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Orlando Ramos

State HouseDemocrat

MA-MA HD-9th Hampden State House

Puerto Rican

About

Orlando Ramos is a Massachusetts State Representative for the 9th Hampden District, encompassing neighborhoods of Indian Orchard, East Springfield, Liberty Heights, and parts of Boston Road and Pine Point. Born and raised in Springfield, he served four terms on the Springfield City Council, including as Vice President (2015) and President (2017), before his election to the House in 2020.

Family & Heritage

Born and raised in Springfield, Massachusetts. Puerto Rican heritage.

Political Career

Before Politics

Intern in office of Governor Deval Patrick; Springfield City Council (four terms), Vice President (2015), President (2017)

Education

A.A., Springfield Technical Community College; B.A. Public Policy, UMass Amherst; M.P.A., Westfield State University

Key Issues & Priorities

*Facial recognition regulation
*Economic development
*Infrastructure
*Education
*Public safety

Notable Legislation

Puerto Rico Trade Commission Legislation