Representative Andrea Seastrand

Andrea Heidi Seastrand (née Ciszek; born August 5, 1941) is an American politician and former one-term Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, serving from 1995 to 1997. During her tenure in Congress, she represented a California district and participated actively in the legislative process at a time of significant political change in the United States, contributing to debates and votes that shaped federal policy in the mid-1990s.

Seastrand was born on August 5, 1941, and later married, taking the surname Seastrand. Details of her early life and upbringing, including her place of birth and family background, are not widely documented in public sources, but her subsequent public career reflects a longstanding engagement with civic and political affairs. Before entering national office, she developed ties to California and became involved in Republican politics, building the experience and local connections that would eventually support her bid for Congress.

By the early 1990s, Seastrand had established herself within the Republican Party in California, aligning with the party’s positions on limited government, fiscal conservatism, and a strong national defense. Her political activity and reputation as a committed party member helped position her as a viable candidate for federal office. She campaigned on representing the interests of her constituents and bringing their concerns to the national stage, emphasizing responsiveness to local needs and participation in the broader democratic process.

Seastrand was elected to the United States House of Representatives as a Republican and served one term from January 3, 1995, to January 3, 1997. Her service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history, coinciding with the Republican takeover of the House in the 1994 elections and the ensuing legislative agenda often associated with the “Contract with America.” As a member of the House of Representatives, Andrea Seastrand participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of her constituents in California, contributing to committee work, floor debates, and votes on key issues of the day.

During her term, Seastrand worked within the Republican majority to advance policies consistent with her party’s priorities, including efforts to reduce federal spending, reform aspects of the federal government, and address regulatory and economic issues affecting her district and the state of California. She took part in the legislative deliberations that characterized the often-contentious relationship between the Republican-controlled Congress and the Democratic administration of President Bill Clinton, helping to shape the contours of national policy during that period.

After serving her single term, Seastrand left Congress in January 1997. Although she did not return to the House, her time in office marked her as part of the notable freshman class of the mid-1990s that helped redefine the balance of power in Washington. In the years following her congressional service, she remained identified with Republican politics and public affairs in California, drawing on her experience as a former member of Congress and her understanding of the legislative process.