Sharon MacDonell

Sharon MacDonell (born April 9, 1962)

Early life and education MacDonell was in Bethpage, New York. MacDonell grew up in Michigan and graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts in history. MacDonell then worked for several automotive and broadcasting firms as a journalist, marketing professional, and video producer. In 2024, MacDonell successfully ran for reelection, defeating the Republican candidate Dave Kniffen.

Committee assignments

2023-2024 Energy, Communications and Technology Families, Children and Seniors Higher Education Transportation, Mobility and Infrastructure (Majority Vice Chair) Health Policy subcommittee on Behavioral Health

2025-2026

Oversight Oversight subcommittee on Public Health and Food Security (Minority Vice Chair) Oversight subcommittee on the Child Welfare System

Electoral history