Laura Gillen is an American politician and attorney currently serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 4th congressional district, beginning in 2025. Affiliated with the Democratic Party, Gillen previously held the position of town supervisor in Hempstead, New York. Her congressional district encompasses central and southern Nassau County, a suburban region located on Long Island. Her career reflects a trajectory in public service, transitioning from local governance to national representation.
On July 10, 1969, Laura Anne Gillen was born.
In 1991, Laura Gillen earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science and government from Georgetown University.
In 2000, Laura Gillen earned a Juris Doctor from New York University School of Law.
In 2005, Laura Gillen began practicing commercial litigation at Westerman Ball Ederer Miller Zucker & Sharfstein.
During her 2017 campaign, Gillen criticized Santino's treatment of board members and his proposal restricting outside income.
In 2017, Laura Gillen was elected as the Hempstead Town Supervisor, becoming the first Democrat in 100 years to hold the position.
In May 2018, Gillen released a five-year capital plan including rehabilitation projects and $160 million in highway spending.
In 2022, Laura Gillen lost the general election to Anthony D'Esposito in the race for New York's 4th congressional district.
In 2024, Laura Gillen defeated Anthony D'Esposito in the general election, flipping the seat.
On March 6, 2025, Gillen joined nine other Democrats and all Republicans in Congress to censure Al Green.
In 2025, Gillen voted for the Laken Riley Act, joining all Republicans and 45 other House Democrats.
In 2025, Laura Gillen began serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 4th congressional district.
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