Since becoming a US Senator in 2010, Chris Coons has been dedicated to working across the aisle to get things done for the people of Delaware. Chris has been recognized for his commitment to bipartisanship as he has been able to work both Republicans and Democrats to address key issues regarding Delaware and the country. Chris serves on the Senate Appropriations, Foreign Relations, Judiciary, Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and Ethics committees, as well as co-founded and lead many important caucuses about issues that matter most to his constituents. Before entering the Senate, Chris served as New Council County President, New Castle County Executive, and has worked with several non-profit organizations including the Council for the Homeless and the "I Have a Dream" Foundation. Raised in Hockessin, Chris now lives in Wilmington with his wife, Annie, and their three children, Michael, Jack and Margaret. He holds degrees in chemistry and political science from Amherst College, and graduate degrees in law and divinity from Yale University.