100 Most Influential People in Healthcare - 2022

Becerra brings more than two decades of legislative experience to his role as the 25th HHS secretary, tasked with carrying out President Joe Biden’s pledge to expand access to affordable healthcare in the U.S. As a vocal advocate for increased equity in healthcare, he has been a longtime proponent of strengthening and preserving the Affordable Care Act. Under his guidance, HHS has prioritized spending on public health and mental health, including the use of telehealth. His background includes 12 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, where he served on the powerful Ways and Means Committee before being appointed California attorney general in 2017.