Bill Pascrell is an American politician who has served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives since 1997. He represents New Jersey's 9th congressional district, which includes parts of Bergen County and Passaic County. Pascrell is a member of the Democratic Party and has been involved in various legislative efforts, particularly in areas such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure. Before his time in Congress, Pascrell served as the mayor of Paterson, New Jersey from 1990 to 1996. He has a background in education, having worked as a teacher and school administrator. Throughout his career, Pascrell has focused on issues affecting his constituents and has been an advocate for social justice and economic development.