U.S. House · MA-09 · Democratic candidate · 2026

Bill Keating

Democratic candidate for Massachusetts's 9th Congressional District

Former Norfolk County district attorney focused on coastal conservation, clean energy, small-business innovation, school funding and senior benefits.

DistrictMA-09

OfficeCongress

ElectionNov. 3, 2026

Policy priorities

Where Bill stands.

Official position

Supports investment in renewable solar and wind energy to reduce fossil-fuel dependence and help municipalities lower costs

Official position

Supports conservation and coastal restoration investments to protect communities and natural resources from a changing climate

Official position

Supports background checks before all gun purchases and safety technologies such as personalized weapons and trigger locks

Official position

Supports fully funding IDEA, sustaining Head Start and expanding Pell Grants for students who need financial aid

Official position

Supports merit-based Small Business Innovation Research funding to help local companies develop products and create jobs

Official position

Supports expanded Social Security benefits funded by higher-income contributions and stronger heating assistance for older adults

Record and background

Since 2011
Experience
U.S. representative
Represents southeastern Massachusetts in Congress.
1985–1998
Experience
Massachusetts state senator
Served in the Massachusetts Senate.
1977–1984
Experience
Massachusetts state representative
Served in the Massachusetts House of Representatives.

Accomplishment
Helped found child advocacy center
Helped establish Norfolk Advocates for Children to bring services and support together for children facing abuse.
Experience
Norfolk County district attorney
Served as Norfolk County’s district attorney before entering Congress.
Experience
Postal letter carrier
Worked as a letter carrier while paying his way through college.

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