Hudson, Richard

Richard Hudson is a Republican representing North Carolina's 9th congressional district, a seat he has held since 2013. Before his election to Congress, Hudson spent years in the political and private sectors, serving as a district director for former Congressman Robin Hayes and working on the staffs of several other Republican representatives. He also managed high-profile gubernatorial campaigns and founded the Cabarrus Marketing Group, a small business consulting firm he led until entering public office. His district encompasses a significant portion of the southern Piedmont region, including areas from Concord to Spring Lake.

In the House of Representatives, Hudson is a prominent member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, where he serves as the Chair of the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology. His legislative work frequently focuses on healthcare, telecommunications, and veterans' affairs. He has sponsored various pieces of legislation, including the Increasing Access to Biosimilars Act and the Love Lives On Act, which aim to improve medical affordability and support for military families. Additionally, he has been involved in the reauthorization of the Congressional Award Program and workforce development initiatives through the WORKER Act.