Guide Note
Carolyn Maloney is the U.S. Representative from the 14th district of New York State. She is a member of the House Government Reform Committee, which is conducting hearings on steroid use in Major League Baseball.
Fast Facts
- Born: February 19, 1948 in Greensboro, North Carolina
- Assumed office: January 3, 1993
- Party: Democrat
- Spouse: Clifton Maloney
- Alma mater: Greensboro College
- Previous position held: Member of New York City Council
- Has two daughters
- 14th district known as "silk stocking district"
Political Career
In 1982, Maloney became a Councilmember of the New York City Council. 10 years later, she defeated Bill Green to win a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming the first woman ever representing the 14th district in the process. Maloney has been re-elected six times.
Committees
In addition to the Government Reform Committee, Maloney is a member of the Financial Services Committee and Joint Economic Committee.
