Definition
Gerald Ullrich is a German politician affiliated with the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) who has served as a member of the Bundestag, the federal parliament of Germany, since the 2021 federal election.
Overview
Born on 15 May 1975 in West Germany, Ullrich pursued a career that combined public administration and information‑technology expertise before entering elective politics. In the 2021 election, he was elected to the Bundestag representing the state of Baden‑Württemberg. Within the parliament, he has been assigned to the Committee on Finance and the Committee on Digital Affairs, where he contributes to legislative work on fiscal policy, digital infrastructure, and the regulation of emerging technologies. Ullrich is noted for advocating policies that strengthen Germany’s digital transformation and for supporting measures aimed at fiscal sustainability and social equity.
Etymology / Origin
The given name Gerald derives from Old Germanic elements ger (“spear”) and wald (“rule”), historically meaning “ruler with the spear.” The surname Ullrich (also rendered Ullrich or Ullrik) is a variant of the German name Ulrich, which originates from the Old High German Uodal (“heritage”) and rich (“ruler, powerful”), collectively signifying “prosperous ruler” or “noble heritage.”
Characteristics
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Political affiliation | Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) |
| Parliamentary role | Member of the Bundestag (2021–present) |
| Committee assignments | Finance Committee; Digital Affairs Committee |
| Policy focus | Fiscal policy, digital infrastructure, data protection, innovation financing |
| Professional background | Prior experience in public administration and information‑technology management (specific positions not exhaustively documented) |
| Education | Academic credentials reported to include studies in economics and/or business administration; precise institutions and degrees are not fully verified. |
Related Topics
- Bundestag – The federal legislative body of Germany.
- Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) – One of Germany’s major political parties, traditionally representing centre‑left policies.
- Digital transformation in Germany – Government initiatives and legislative efforts aimed at modernizing the nation’s digital infrastructure.
- German fiscal policy – The set of governmental policies concerning taxation, budgeting, and public finance.
Note: While the core biographical information presented here aligns with publicly available sources, certain specifics of Ullrich’s early career and education lack comprehensive verification and therefore are reported conservatively.