Amy Roma

Amy Roma earned a bachelor's degree from Saint Anselm College in 2000, a law degree from Suffolk University Law School in 2003, and a graduate degree from the University of Virginia, Darden School of Business in 2024. Her career experience includes working as an attorney.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I’m a national security and energy lawyer, a mom, and a problem solver. For over 20 years, I’ve worked at the intersection of law, government, and innovation—helping deliver clean energy projects, protect critical infrastructure, and navigate some of the toughest challenges our country faces. I’ve stepped up when systems failed—leading emergency responses, coordinating complex operations, and standing up for families under threat. I’m running for Congress because I believe in getting things done, especially when the stakes are high and business as usual isn’t working. I’m not a career politician, but I know how government works—and how to make it work better for the people it’s meant to serve.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I’ll be a legal firewall against Trump’s agenda: With 20 years of experience in agency and national security law, I know exactly how our government works—and how it’s being dismantled. I’ll fight to protect civil servants, stop executive overreach, and defend the rule of law.I get results when others can’t: Whether it was delivering PPE during COVID, evacuating allies from Afghanistan, or protecting families at the border, I’ve stepped in during crises to get things done. That’s the kind of leadership I’ll bring to Congress.I’ll rebuild trust in government and deliver a stronger future: From clean energy and infrastructure to public safety and economic resilience, I’ll fight for practical, forward-looking solutions that actually improve people’s lives—and prove that government can still work for the people.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I’m personally passionate about protecting democracy, strengthening our clean energy future, and restoring trust in government. I’m also deeply committed to supporting working families by protecting programs like Medicare and Medicaid, bringing down housing costs through smarter investment and zoning reform, and expanding access to economic opportunity. That includes making sure the people who keep this country running—especially federal workers and union labor—have the protections, respect, and job security they deserve. Our policies should serve people, not politics, and I’m running to make sure they do.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to my big sister Suzanne, who has Down syndrome and early-onset Alzheimer’s. She’s taught me what resilience, dignity, and unconditional love truly look like. Watching her navigate life with strength and grace—even as she faces enormous challenges—has shaped the way I see the world and the kind of leader I strive to be. Her experience is part of why I fight so hard to protect programs like Medicaid and home- and community-based services. It’s also why I believe government must center people, not politics. Suzanne doesn’t have a voice in Congress, but I do—and I’ll carry her spirit and example with me every step of the way.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Elected officials should lead with integrity, accountability, and a deep sense of public service. They need the courage to make tough decisions, the humility to listen, and the discipline to focus on results—not headlines. In today’s environment, it’s especially important for leaders to defend democratic institutions, reject political extremism, and prioritize solutions over partisanship.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The core responsibility of a member of Congress is to represent their constituents, uphold the Constitution, and deliver meaningful results. That includes writing effective laws, providing rigorous oversight, and ensuring government works for the people it serves.

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

One of our greatest challenges over the next decade is securing a clean, reliable, and affordable energy future. We need to modernize the grid, accelerate deployment of advanced technologies like nuclear and renewables, and ensure the transition is built by skilled union labor—with energy policy that strengthens both our economy and national security.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Yes, compromise is necessary for effective policymaking. Progress happens when leaders find common ground, focus on results, and deliver real solutions for the people they represent, not when everyone digs in or plays politics.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I believe financial transparency and government accountability are essential to a healthy democracy. Taxpayers deserve to know how their money is spent and that their leaders are acting in the public’s interest—not for personal or political gain.