Eugene J. Keogh Award for Distinguished Public Service
Hakeem Jeffries
U.S. Congressman, Democratic Caucus Chair
LAW '97
Hakeem Jeffries Bio
An American lawyer and Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing New York's 8th congressional district in Brooklyn and Queens, Rep. Jeffries has emerged as a tireless advocate for social and economic justice.
He has played key roles in the FIRST STEP Act for criminal justice reform, the Music Modernization Act for updated copyright law, and the Keep America’s Refuges Operational Act.
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Nominations
In addition to the annual call for nominations, nominations are accepted on a rolling basis.