"Pennsylvanians have always had my back, and I will always have theirs."
A Pennsylvania Native,
John grew up in York.
He attended Albright College, where he played college football. He also worked for UPS alongside the Teamsters. John has dedicated his life to fighting for Pennsylvania’s forgotten communities that have been left behind.
In 2005, while John was teaching GED classes, he was encouraged by his students to run for mayor of Braddock. In his 13 years as mayor, John worked to rebuild his community, creating jobs, stopping gun violence, getting youth engaged, and bringing creative urban policy solutions to Braddock. In 2018, John was elected as Pennsylvania’s Lt. Governor, and transformed the position into a bully pulpit, advocating for marijuana legalization, economic justice, equal protection for the LGBTQ+ community, and criminal justice reform.
John was elected the junior Senator from Pennsylvania in November 2022 and was sworn-in on January 3rd, 2023.
John and Gisele live with their children, Karl, Gracie, and August in a restored car dealership in Braddock with the family dogs, Levi and Artie.
Committee Assignments
Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry
As a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Senator Fetterman is a fierce advocate for protecting and expanding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and pushing for universal free school lunch. He is dedicated to addressing food insecurity head-on, fighting for a Farm Bill that supports small farmers and rural communities, and ensuring that Pennsylvania’s agricultural sector thrives.
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
In his role on the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, Senator Fetterman will advocate for investments that prioritize Pennsylvania’s workforce and industrial heritage. From supporting critical infrastructure projects to advancing innovation, he will ensure Pennsylvania’s communities receive the recognition and resources they deserve.
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Serving on the U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, including as Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Border Management, Federal Workforce, and Regulatory Affairs, Senator Fetterman will prioritize keeping Americans safe, with a focus on border security, cybersecurity, and robust oversight of the Department of Homeland Security. He is committed to holding the federal government accountable to ensure it works efficiently and effectively for Pennsylvanians.
Senator Fetterman is also a new member of the U.S. Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe, also known as the U.S. Helsinki Commission, and is a proud continuing member of the U.S. Senate Mental Health Caucus.
