{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where party = \"Democrat\", state = \"OH\" and year = 2021 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-covid-19-new-biden-administration-measures", "Kaptur Statement on Covid-19, New Biden Administration Measures", "2021-12-21", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement on the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, and the new federal measures President Joe Biden announced to protect Americans.\n\n\u201cThe new steps the Biden Administration is taking to combat the spread of this deadly virus will save lives, and protect our communities,\u201d said Rep. Kaptur. \u201cNo one has been spared by the devastation unleashed by Covid-19, and we all yearn for the dawn of a new day. But as we grapple with the heart-wrenching loss of nearly 30,000 of our neighbors across Ohio, now is not the time to let our guard down. With the Omicron variant surging, the health and safety of our loved ones, friends, and frontline healthcare heroes depends on the actions that each one of us takes right now. Our best weapons in this fight are the vaccines that medical science has gifted us. In order to emerge from this pandemic, we all must do our part and get vaccinated \u2013 and boosted \u2013 as quickly as possible.\u201d\n\nThe new federal measures President Biden announced include:\n\nMore free testing: the federal government is purchasing 500 million at-home, rapid Covid-19 tests which will be available for free through online ordering and home delivery to anyone who wants them \u2013 beginning in January 2022.\n\nMore support for hospitals: the Department of Defense is readying 1,000 military medical professionals that can be deployed to Covid-burdened hospitals across the country. Additionally, the Federal Emergency Management Agency is activating planning teams to work with each state to assess hospital needs ahead of winter surges, and expand hospital bed capacity and ambulance availability \u2013 with the federal government paying for all of it.\n\nMore critical supplies: the federal government is pre-positioning hundreds of millions of N-95 masks, billions of gloves, tens of millions of gowns, and over 100,000 ventilators through the Strategic National Stockpile to be shipped to states as soon as they are needed.\n\nMore information on the measures President Biden announced can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-472k-grants-university-toledo-medical-research", "Kaptur Announces $472K in Grants for University of Toledo Medical Research Projects", "2021-12-20", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded $472,186 in grants to the University of Toledo\u2019s Health Science Campus for new research projects focused on mental health and cancer.\n\nThe U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) grant funding will be split between two projects led by University of Toledo (UT) researchers:\n\n$255,500 for mental health research led by Dr. James Burkett.\n\n$216,686 for cancer research led by Dr. Dayanidhi Raman.\n\n\u201cThe University of Toledo\u2019s talented scientists and medical professionals work around the clock to advance the innovative research that may one day solve our most challenging health problems,\u201d said Rep. Kaptur. \u201cFederal research dollars play a critical role in unlocking the medical breakthroughs of tomorrow, and I will continue fighting so that our region\u2019s scientists and institutions receive the funding they need to carry on their vital mission.\u201d\n\nMore information on the HHS grants and UT research projects can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-nearly-600k-grant-support-survivors-human-trafficking", "Kaptur Announces Nearly $600K Grant to Support Survivors of Human Trafficking", "2021-12-20", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced the Department of Justice has awarded a $598,719 grant to Advocating Opportunity in Toledo to strengthen the organization\u2019s support services for survivors of human trafficking.\n\nAdvocating Opportunity provides holistic, trauma-responsive legal and support services to survivors of sex and labor trafficking throughout the Lucas County area. Since the onset of Covid-19, Advocating Opportunity has seen a surge in demand for its services, while simultaneously experiencing a reduction in resources due to the pandemic.\n\nThe Department of Justice grant will support Advocating Opportunity\u2019s work to establish safe and stable housing environments for survivors of human trafficking, and deliver long-term care that helps guide their physical and emotional recovery.\n\n\u201cEven in the midst of this pandemic, Advocating Opportunity continued to provide the life-changing care that survivors of human trafficking need,\u201d said Rep. Kaptur. \u201cRecovery from trauma is a process that requires our community to rally together to lift up and support our neighbors in need. The federal government will continue serving as a partner in this crucial work.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to support and assist human trafficking victims in Ohio with direct housing assistance from the Department of Justice,\u201d said Advocating Opportunity Executive Director Megan Mattimoe. \u201cSafe, permanent housing is the most critical piece for survivors and the key to reducing vulnerability to human trafficking across the board. We could not be more thrilled to be able to help our clients on this part of their journey.\u201d\n\nMore information on Advocating Opportunity can be found here. More information on the Department of Justice grant can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-brown-announces-242-million-support-water-infrastructure-replace-lead", "Rep. Brown Announces $242 Million to Support Water Infrastructure, Replace Lead Pipes and Service Lines Across Ohio", "2021-12-17", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Representative Shontel M. Brown (OH-11) announced that the State of Ohio has received $241,554,000 in federal fundingto strengthen drinking and wastewater systems, including the replacement of lead service lines and pipes. This funding was authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, signed into law by President Biden on November 15. Rep. Brown supported House passage of the bill on November 5.\n\n\u201cAccess to safe, reliable drinking water is a basic human right, not a privilege. Thanks to the leadership of President Biden, Ohio will receive $242 million in 2022 alone from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to upgrade water infrastructure and remove dangerous lead pipes across the state,\u201d said Rep. Brown. \u201cI was proud to support the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which is already delivering results for Northeast Ohioans and ensuring our children grow up healthy and strong. This funding is just the beginning of the historic and long overdue investments that will be coming to our communities and our state.\u201d\n\nThe Bipartisan Infrastructure Law included $50 billion for the Environmental Protection Agency to improve water infrastructure. This funding, awarded through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency\u2019s State Revolving Fund Programs, is the first round of a five-year investment authorized by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-22m-northwest-ohio-airports-infrastructure-bill", "Kaptur Announces $2.2M for Northwest Ohio Airports from Infrastructure Bill", "2021-12-16", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced the Federal Aviation Administration is awarding $2,241,440 in funding from the Airport Infrastructure Grants program to six Northwest Ohio airports. The funding is being made available as a result of President Biden\u2019s Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which was signed into law in November. Rep. Kaptur and House Democrats strongly supported the bill, while 94 percent of House Republicans opposed it.\n\nThe funding from the Airport Infrastructure Grants program will allow Northwest Ohio airports to address a wide array of short and long-term infrastructure needs \u2013 including improvements to runways, taxiways, terminals, and airport-transit connections, as well as new safety and sustainability projects.\n\n\u201cPresident Biden\u2019s jobs and infrastructure bill is already delivering for Northwest Ohio,\u201d said Rep. Kaptur. \u201cBy investing in our airports, we are laying a strong foundation for our region\u2019s economic growth. While Republicans in Congress vote against critical funding for jobs and infrastructure, I will continue working to bring these dollars home to Ohio.\u201d\n\nBreakdown of Airport Infrastructure Grants program funding for Northwest Ohio\n\nToledo Express Airport: $1,506,440\n\nErie-Ottawa International Airport: $295,000\n\nPut-in-Bay Airport: $110,000\n\nMiddle Bass Island Airport: $110,000\n\nNorth Bass Island Airport: $110,000\n\nKelleys Island Land Field Airport: $110,000\n\nMore information on the Airport Infrastructure Grants program can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-brown-kaptur-announce-27-million-federal-award-cleveland-state-university", "Reps. Brown, Kaptur Announce $2.7 Million Federal Award to Cleveland State University", "2021-12-16", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Representatives Shontel M. Brown (OH-11) and Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced that Cleveland State University has been awarded more than $2.7 million in federal funding to develop and implement research innovation to improve academic, social, and civic competencies for high-needs students. The funding was awarded through a competitive grant application to the Department of Educations\u2019 Education Innovation and Research program.\n\n\u201cI am proud to announce Cleveland State University has received $2.7 million in funding to improve academic and social outcomes for Ohio students facing significant challenges, such as poverty, homelessness, disabilities, and racism,\u201d said Rep. Brown. \u201cThis investment will allow Cleveland State to expand its existing efforts to research and design strategies and resources that will benefit students, their families, and our communities. By strengthening the partnership between Cleveland State University and local high schools, the School-Based Youth Participatory Action Research project will develop initiatives that educators can deploy throughout Northeast Ohio and across the country.\u201d\n\n\u201cTo truly engage and inspire all of our students, we must recognize and address the structural barriers that too often hold many of them back,\u201d said Rep. Kaptur. \u201cBy investing in Cleveland State University\u2019s innovative approaches to teaching and learning, we can better meet students where they are, stimulate their unique passions and interests, and guide them toward a path of long-term wellness and success.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Center for Urban Education at Cleveland State University and the Educational Service Centers of Cuyahoga and Franklin Counties have partnered with hundreds of high school students and dozens of teachers across more than 30 schools the past several years to engage young people in culturally relevant action research,\u201d said Adam Voight, Associate Professor and Director of the Center for Urban Education at Cleveland State University. \u201cWe look forward to the opportunity this grant affords to expand that work, including bringing it into schools and systematically researching it, in order to promote positive outcomes for students and their school communities. What we learn will hopefully serve as a resource for other educators around the country.\u201d\n\nCleveland State University will utilize the funds to advance its \u201cSchool-Based Youth Participatory Action Research\u201d project, aimed at developing evidence-based solutions to problems of student underachievement and disengagement, particularly among high-needs students. Over five project years, Cleveland State will develop an evidence-based, field-initiated student-led action research innovation and implement the innovation in 30 high schools in Ohio.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-winner-annual-student-congressional-app-challenge", "Kaptur Announces Winner of Annual Student Congressional App Challenge", "2021-12-10", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement announcing Alonso Pacheco of St. Francis De Sales School in Toledo as the winner of the Ohio 9th Congressional District\u2019s third annual student Congressional App Challenge.\n\nThe annual student Congressional App Challenge (CAC) \u2013 sponsored by the House \u2013 is a competition designed to increase middle and high school students\u2019 appreciation of computer science and STEM disciplines. Each year, CAC allows students in every Congressional district to compete with their peers by creating and exhibiting software apps.\n\nAfter a thorough review of apps submitted by students from across Ohio\u2019s 9th Congressional District, a panel of judges nominated by Rep. Kaptur selected Alonso Pacheco, a sophomore at St. Francis De Sales, as the winner of this year\u2019s competition. Alonso\u2019s app, RX Buddy, allows users to keep track of their prescription medications, and reminds them when they need to be taken. Alonso was supported in his submission by his teacher, Mike Blochowski.\n\n\u201cAlonso\u2019s RX Buddy is a wonderful tool that can help everyone from young adults to seniors better manage their prescription medications,\u201d said Rep. Kaptur. \u201cThe next generation of America\u2019s technological leaders are growing and learning right here in Ohio. Developing these vital skillsets is a top priority \u2013 and the Congressional App Challenge provides a unique opportunity to inspire our students\u2019 passions and imaginations.\u201d\n\nThis year\u2019s judges were computer science professionals and scholars from across the district, including Max Herzog from the Cleveland Water Alliance, Dr. Kevin Xu from the University of Toledo, and Michael Zellers and Kelly Zelesnik from Lorain County Community College.\n\nCAC winners from across the country will participate in a reception hosted in Washington, D.C, and their apps will be featured in the U.S. Capitol Building throughout 2022.\n\nMore information on the Congressional App Challenge can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-80th-anniversary-attack-pearl-harbor", "Kaptur Statement on the 80th Anniversary of the Attack on Pearl Harbor", "2021-12-07", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement on the 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor.\n\n\u201cToday \u2013 on the 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor \u2013 we honor the memories of the more than 2,400 American heroes who lost their lives on that harrowing day, and recognize the enormous courage of those who ran headfirst into the fire and chaos to defend our homeland.\n\n\u201cIn the years that followed, 16 million brave Americans were called into service to protect our nation, and liberate the globe from the onslaught of tyranny.\n\n\u201cWe all have a responsibility to cherish the enduring gifts of freedom, liberty, and peace bestowed on us by America's Greatest Generation. Their sacrifice must never \u2013 and will never \u2013 be forgotten.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-passing-bob-dole", "Kaptur Statement on Passing of Bob Dole", "2021-12-05", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement on the passing of Bob Dole.\n\n\u201cThe passing of Senator Bob Dole is a deep loss for our nation,\u201d said Rep. Kaptur. \u201cFrom his heroism on the battlefields of Italy during World War II, to his leadership in the halls of Congress where he worked to uplift those with disabilities, ensure food security for millions, and honor our service members \u2013 Bob Dole possessed true courage, and an unrelenting passion to move our country forward. My heart goes out to his wife Elizabeth and the entire family during this difficult time. We lift them up in prayer that they may find peace in his memory.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-reminds-ohioans-sign-medicare-healthcare-marketplace-deadline", "Kaptur Reminds Ohioans to Sign Up for Medicare, Healthcare Marketplace by Deadline", "2021-12-03", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following video reminding Ohioans to sign up for Medicare and the Healthcare Marketplace during the Open Enrollment periods, which end this month.\n\nFor most people, the Medicare and Healthcare Marketplace Open Enrollment periods are the only opportunities each year to sign up for healthcare coverage, or make changes to existing plans. For healthcare coverage to be effective on January 1, 2022 \u2013 applications must be completed for Medicare by December 7, and for the Healthcare Marketplace by December 15.\n\nTo sign up, make changes, or find information on Medicare and the Healthcare Marketplace:\n\nVisit Medicare.gov, or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)\n\nVisit Healthcare.gov, or call 1-800-318-2596\n\nIn the video below \u2013 which is available for use by members of the media and the public \u2013 Rep. Kaptur encourages Ohioans to take advantage of this important opportunity.\n\nImage\n\n###\n\nFor more information, contact Chris Dalton at chris.dalton@mail.house.gov or (202) 897-7438.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-vote-fund-government-prevent-republican-shutdown", "Kaptur Statement on Vote to Fund Government, Prevent Republican Shutdown", "2021-12-02", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, released the following statement on the House passage of H.R. 6119 \u2013 the Further Extending Government Funding Act \u2013 which fully funds the federal government and ensures it remains open through February 18, 2022. In a 221-212 vote, every single Democrat supported keeping the federal government open, while every single Republican \u2013 except one \u2013 voted to shut it down. The legislation will now be taken up by the Senate for its consideration.\n\n\u201cCongress has a responsibility to fund the federal government, and avoid a catastrophic shutdown. Democrats have worked in good faith to find common ground that allows us to meet our national obligations, and deliver essential services to the American people. Unfortunately, Republicans have decided that throwing up roadblocks \u2013 and engaging in an endless array of political games \u2013 are more important than doing their jobs.\n\n\u201cThe people harmed most by this continued obstruction are the hardworking families, seniors, and veterans that I represent. Our Great Lakes region deserves so much better. The American people deserve so much better. We must come together to govern this nation.\n\n\u201cAs Chair of the Energy and Water Appropriations Subcommittee, I worked with our Members in a bipartisan way to craft a funding bill that invests in our seaways and ports, strengthens our energy infrastructure, and creates good-paying jobs.\n\n\u201cThe people\u2019s business must be conducted \u2013 not held hostage. For the sake of our nation, Republicans must start working in a constructive manner.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-brown-mcbath-and-sen-merkley-introduce-legislation-reduce-class-sizes", "Reps. Brown, McBath and Sen. Merkley Introduce Legislation to Reduce Class Sizes in Schools", "2021-12-02", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Representatives Shontel M. Brown (OH-11) and Lucy McBath (GA-06) introduced the Smaller Class Sizes for Students and Educators Act, legislation addressing overcrowded public-school classrooms. U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced companion legislation in the Senate.\n\nStudents achieve better academic results when they have more individualized attention from instructors, especially in kindergarten through third grade, yet class sizes have continued to grow. That problem was exacerbated during the COVID-19 pandemic, as school districts transitioned to virtual learning, limiting in-person instruction and causing additional burden for hardworking teachers.\n\n\u201cEvery child in America deserves the best education we can provide, yet chronic underinvestment in public schools has led to swelling class sizes in school districts in Ohio and across the country,\u201d said Rep. Brown. \u201cWe know that smaller class sizes help our students succeed. As we emerge from the pandemic, we must ensure teachers have the support they need to do their jobs effectively and students receive the individualized attention they deserve. I am proud to join Congresswoman McBath and Senator Merkley in introducing this legislation that invests in reducing class sizes, especially in the low-income districts most in need.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe role that teachers and educators play is critical in our children\u2019s lives, and we must support our teachers so that students can receive an education that will set them up for future success. That includes more one-on-one time with their teachers, more tailored instruction opportunities, and more investment in developing the meaningful connection to instill a deep love of learning,\u201d said Rep. McBath. \u201cI thank Senator Merkley and Congresswoman Brown for their work and support on this important piece of legislation. It is efforts like these that will help us provide a brighter future for every American child.\u201d\n\n\u201cI attended Oregon public schools as a child, and I remember having around 20 children in my first grade class. When I dropped my son off for his first day of school, his class had 34 children, and I wondered how his teacher could organize and teach such a large group,\u201d said Senator Merkley. \u201cToday, after a year and a half in which our students have been mostly in virtual school rooms, students have faced more challenges than ever, and too often they are unable to access the attention they need to excel in the classroom and recover from the learning losses of COVID-19. As the wealthiest nation on earth, we must ensure our children are able to succeed in academics, and that can\u2019t happen in overstuffed classrooms. We can afford to do better, and it\u2019s time to invest in the high-quality public education every American student deserves.\u201d\n\nThe Smaller Class Sizes for Students and Educators Act would:\n\nEstablish a $2 billion competitive grant program for school districts to reduce class sizes in K-3 grades to not more than 18 students per class;\n\nEnable school districts to apply for grant funding to reduce class sizes, which the Secretary of Education will award based on the schools with the greatest need;\n\nEnsure that grant funding is used to recruit, hire, and train qualified teachers in K-3 grades; and\n\nPrioritize schools that serve the highest percentage of students from families with incomes below the poverty line, and then schools with the highest average class sizes in K-3 grades.\n\nThis bill is supported by the American Federation of Teachers, First Focus Campaign for Children, and the National Education Association.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-leads-congressional-letter-support-cleveland-chicago-rail", "Kaptur Leads Congressional Letter in Support of Cleveland-Chicago Rail Corridor", "2021-12-01", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement regarding a bipartisan, bicameral letter she led to the Federal Railroad Administration alongside ten Members of Congress in support of the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency\u2019s application for a federal grant to study the Cleveland to Chicago rail corridor.\n\nOn Tuesday, November 23, Rep. Kaptur sent a letter to the Federal Railroad Administration expressing her strong support for an application submitted by the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) for a $2.56 million grant that would be used to fund a comprehensive analysis by NOACA of the Cleveland to Chicago rail corridor.\n\nThe corridor, which runs through Cleveland, Elyria, Sandusky, Toledo, Bryan, Waterloo, Elkhart, South Bend, Gary, and Chicago, is a critical linchpin of the nation\u2019s transportation network, connecting the industrial Midwest to America\u2019s coasts and international shipping lanes.\n\nNOACA\u2019s study would identify investments that would be needed to improve passenger and freight rail travel, and reduce congestion along one of the nation\u2019s busiest corridors.\n\n\u201cThe Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to revitalize our dilapidated infrastructure \u2013 and rebuilding our nation\u2019s rail corridors will be a top priority,\u201d said Rep. Kaptur. \u201cThrough the visionary leadership of the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency, we hope to take the next step that will empower us to better connect our ports and manufacturers to markets, bring together the economic hubs of the Midwest, and drive new investments and job growth throughout the region.\u201d\n\n\u201cNOACA is thrilled to have this opportunity to submit the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements grant to improve the AMTRAK multi-modal transportation system within the Cleveland-Toledo-Chicago corridor,\u201d said NOACA Executive Director and CEO Grace Gallucci. \u201cI am optimistic about the collaboration with our state representatives, Metropolitan Planning Organizations, and Department of Transportation agencies representing our Great Lakes region.\u201d\n\nRep. Kaptur\u2019s full letter can be found here. Signing on to the letter were Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Rob Portman (R-OH), and Representatives Shontel Brown (D-OH), Anthony Gonzalez (R-OH), David Joyce (R-OH), Frank Mrvan (D-IN), Danny Davis (D-IL), Robin Kelly (D-IL), Marie Newman (D-IL), and Bobby Rush (D-IL).\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-nord-stream-2-sanctions", "Kaptur Statement on Nord Stream 2 Sanctions", "2021-12-01", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, released the following statement on Nord Stream 2 sanctions and the ongoing debate regarding the Fiscal Year 2022 National Defense Authorization Act.\n\n\u201cEnergy security assures Liberty\u2019s security at home and abroad. As co-chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, I have joined a bipartisan group of Members in strongly condemning Russia\u2019s subversive objective of increasing Europe\u2019s energy dependency through construction of its dirty gas Nord Stream 2 pipeline across free nations.\n\n\u201cRecent Russian gas manipulation amounts to an outright blackmailing of Europe during an energy crisis in order to complete this malign influence project. Moreover, Russian buildup of nearly 90,000 troops on NATO\u2019s eastern flank greatly heightens tensions between the free world and the subjugated. The Kremlin\u2019s illegal war on Ukraine has already caused the deaths of 14,000 people and the displacement of millions more.\n\n\u201cThroughout successive Administrations over the decades, the Congress has always served as the backbone of support for Liberty in Central and Eastern Europe. That is why the Congress has voted three times now \u2013 on an overwhelmingly bipartisan basis \u2013 to place sanctions on Nord Stream 2.\n\n\u201cIn the most recent FY22 NDAA, the House once again took the lead in unanimously passing further sanctions to prevent the operationalization of the pipeline. While I am deeply concerned with Republicans\u2019 efforts to hold up key nominations, the Congress must not waver in its bipartisan support for Central and Eastern Europe\u2019s energy security during this time of alarming Russian aggression. I urge final inclusion of mandatory Nord Stream 2 sanctions with an appropriate bipartisan Congressional waiver review process parallel to CAATSA.\u201d\n\n###\n\nFor more information, contact Chris Dalton at chris.dalton@mail.house.gov or (202) 897-7438.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-shontel-brown-appointed-serve-house-agriculture-and-oversight", "Congresswoman Shontel Brown Appointed to Serve on House Agriculture and Oversight and Reform Committees", "2021-12-01", "2021", "2021-12", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "For Immediate Release:\n\nDecember 1, 2021\n\nWASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Shontel M. Brown (OH-11) was appointed to serve on the House Agriculture Committee and the House Committee on Oversight and Reform after her nomination from the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee was approved by the full Democratic Caucus.\n\n\u201cI am honored to be appointed to serve on committees that provide an opportunity to advance accountability and justice in government and use my voice to fight for working families in Northeast Ohio,\u201d said Rep. Brown. \u201cOn the Agriculture Committee, I look forward to building upon the legacy of my friend and predecessor, HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge, by improving access to food for families and people in need. I am proud to continue in the tradition, stretching back to Shirley Chisholm, of Black women representing urban districts who have served on this Committee, as Speaker Pelosi acknowledged in introducing my appointment.\n\n\u201cMeanwhile, serving on the Committee on Oversight and Reform means that I can work to ensure that our government is working for all people, especially minority Americans and those communities that have long been pushed aside or left behind by our country. I am excited to put my background to work to deliver results for the people.\u201d\n\nThe Committee on Oversight and Reform is the main investigative committee in the U.S. House of Representatives. It has authority to investigate the subjects within the Committee\u2019s legislative jurisdiction as well as \"any matter\" within the jurisdiction of the other standing House Committees. The Agriculture Committee oversees USDA and has jurisdiction over all aspects of agriculture, forestry, nutrition, water conservation, and other agriculture-related fields.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:37:48Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/hanukkah-begins-congresswoman-shontel-brown-calls-action-address-rising-threat", "As Hanukkah Begins, Congresswoman Shontel Brown Calls for Action to Address the Rising Threat of Antisemitism", "2021-11-29", "2021", "2021-11", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "For Immediate Release:\n\nNovember 29, 2021\n\nWASHINGTON \u2013 Following the beginning of Hanukkah Sunday evening, Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) called for action to address modern forms of antisemitism and the rising threat it poses to our communities and society.\n\nAccording to the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), hate crimes rose steadily in 2020. Specifically, the FBI\u2019s hate crime data indicated that nearly 55 percent of all religious-motivated crimes targeted Jews, who comprise approximately two percent of American adults.\n\n\u201cAs our Jewish friends and neighbors in Northeast Ohio and across the country gather to celebrate the Festival of Lights this Hanukkah, we must all do our part to combat the disturbing rise of antisemitism in America,\u201d said Rep. Brown. \u201cInitiatives like \u2018Shine A Light\u2019 dedicated to illuminating the dangerous uptick in antisemitism and informing people of the actions they can take to respond to it are critical to addressing this clear and growing threat. This week, and every week, let us stand together in rejecting antisemitism in all its forms and wherever it arises. Now is the time to make clear that hatred, discrimination, and darkness have no place here.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:30:49Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-22m-pandemic-response-funding-rural-healthcare", "Kaptur Announces $22M in Pandemic Response Funding for Rural Healthcare Providers", "2021-11-23", "2021", "2021-11", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded $22,069,581.41 in additional Covid-19 response funding to Northern Ohio healthcare providers that serve rural communities, including the University of Toledo Medical Center, Unison Behavioral Health, Firelands Regional Medical Center, Nord Center, Hospice of the Western Reserve, and more. The funding \u2013 made possible by President Joe Biden\u2019s American Rescue Plan \u2013 will support providers as they work to recover from the long-term impacts of the pandemic. Rep. Kaptur joined with nearly every House Democrat in supporting the American Rescue Plan, while Republicans unanimously opposed it.\n\n\u201cThroughout the pandemic, our hospitals, doctors, and nurses provided extraordinary levels of care under the most difficult of circumstances \u2013 making sure no one was left behind,\u201d said Rep. Kaptur. \u201cRural healthcare providers have always faced unique challenges, which were only exacerbated by Covid-19. President Biden\u2019s American Rescue Plan is delivering the resources our providers need to recover, and strengthening them for the future needs of our region.\u201d\n\nBreakdown of American Rescue Plan rural healthcare provider funding by city\n\nCleveland: $1,210,070.15\n\nLorain: $1,705,475.78\n\nOregon: $73,370.19\n\nParma: $372,331.96\n\nPort Clinton: $249,881.08\n\nSandusky: $10,242,280.61\n\nToledo: $8,161,290.57\n\nVermilion: $54,881.02\n\nMore information on the American Rescue Plan\u2019s funding for rural providers can be found here. The list of all Ohio providers receiving American Rescue Plan funding can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:30:49Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/chair-beatty-instrumental-to-passage-of-biden-s-build-back-better-act", "Chair Beatty Instrumental to Passage of Biden\u2019s Build Back Better Act", "2021-11-19", "2021", "2021-11", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2014 U.S. Congresswoman and Congressional Black Caucus Chair Joyce Beatty (OH-03) issued the following statement following House passage of President Biden's historic Build Back Better Act:\n\n\"Today, thanks to the tireless work of Democrats from across the ideological spectrum, we have delivered President Biden's Build Back Better Agenda, just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday. I was proud to play an important role in negotiations that helped to pave the way for this moment,\" said Beatty. \"By empowering families with tax credits, child care, and universal pre-K, the Build Back Better Act delivers once-in-a-generation action to lower the everyday costs that burden working families \u2013 from health care to child care \u2013 while also fighting inflation. This is what it means to deliver For The People.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:30:49Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-applauds-president-bidens-replacement-usps-board-members", "Kaptur Applauds President Biden\u2019s Replacement of USPS Board Members", "2021-11-19", "2021", "2021-11", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement applauding President Joe Biden for his decision to nominate two new members to the U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors, replacing board chair Ron Bloom and board member John Barger.\n\n\u201cAs one of the leading voices in Congress to end the assault on the United States Postal Service, I applaud President Biden for nominating new leaders that will fight to restore and protect USPS for the future,\u201d said Rep. Kaptur. \u201cThe years long effort to dismantle USPS from within must come to an end. Emboldened by an uninspired board, Postmaster Louis DeJoy has taken a wrecking ball to the Postal Service, and demoralized the hardworking men and women who have persevered through it all. Postal Service management\u2019s disastrous decisions, backward policies, and failure to equip postal workers with proper state of the art equipment have led to Northern Ohio being one of the worst regions in the nation for on-time delivery. We in Ohio are hopeful that new leadership at USPS will help reverse course, and ensure our region receives the service it deserves.\u201d\n\nMore information on Rep. Kaptur\u2019s efforts to combat Postal Service management\u2019s assault on USPS can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:30:49Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-house-passage-build-back-better-act", "Kaptur Statement on House Passage of Build Back Better Act", "2021-11-19", "2021", "2021-11", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement after the House passed President Joe Biden\u2019s Build Back Better Act. The House-passed legislation \u2013 which includes Rep. Kaptur\u2019s Great Lakes heavy icebreaker, and the Community Restoration and Revitalization Fund modeled after her Restoring Communities Left Behind Act \u2013 now moves to the Senate for consideration.\n\n\u201cThe Build Back Better Act is one of the most consequential pieces of legislation that has ever made its way through the halls of Congress,\u201d said Rep. Kaptur. \u201cOver the decades, we have watched as the rich get richer only for America\u2019s physical and social infrastructure to suffer death by a thousand cuts. The Build Back Better Act sets America on a new course by lowering the cost of healthcare, child care, and senior care, improving education and infrastructure, and creating good-paying jobs in every sector and community in our nation. By requiring the wealthiest to pay their fair share, we will be able to properly invest in America\u2019s children, workers, families, and seniors \u2013 all without raising taxes on anyone making less than $400,000 a year. The Build Back Better Act will restore the Middle Class that has built up this nation, and guide America to a better future.\u201d\n\nThe Build Back Better Acts incorporates measures championed by Rep. Kaptur, including:\n\n$3 billion for the Community Restoration and Revitalization Fund modeled after Rep. Kaptur\u2019s Restoring Communities Left Behind Act. The Community Restoration and Revitalization Fund provides homeowner rehabilitation assistance, home and community weatherization, improved housing accessibility for seniors and people with disabilities, mortgage refinancing, and property tax relief for chronically under-resourced communities like those in the Great Lakes region.\n\n$350 million for a Great Lakes Heavy Icebreaker to improve the U.S. Coast Guard\u2019s ability to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient navigability of the more than 2,000 miles of shipping lanes throughout the Great Lakes region.\n\nBuild Back Better Act Highlights\n\nAffordable healthcare for workers, families, and seniors: Dramatically lowers premiums in the Affordable Care Act Marketplace; Ensures those with diabetes pay no more than $35 per month for insulin; Creates a $2,000 out-of-pocket cap in Medicare Part D for prescription drugs; Adds hearing coverage in Medicare.\n\nAffordable home care: Invests $150 billion to expand access to high-quality home care for millions of seniors and people with disabilities.\n\nPaid leave: Establishes a 4-week paid parental, family caregiving, and medical leave program.\n\nUniversal preschool: Expands access to free, high-quality preschool for more than 6 million 3 and 4 year olds.\n\nAffordable child care: Saves most families more than half their current spending on child care \u2013 ensuring the vast majority pay no more than 7 percent of their income.\n\nExpanded Child Tax Credit: Cuts taxes for more than 35 million families by extending the Child Tax Credit.\n\nClimate resilience: Invests $555 billion to address and combat the climate crisis through next-generation wind, solar, water, and hydrogen energy technologies, a Civilian Climate Corps, the conservation and restoration of coastal communities, home-weatherization initiatives, and the transition to low and zero-emission vehicles.\n\nHigher education and workforce development: Invests $20 billion in workforce development programs; Raises the maximum Pell grant by $550 for college students.\n\nHousing: Invests $151 billion to build, preserve, and improve affordable housing units for low-income households, seniors, and people with disabilities, provide rental, down payment, and first-generation homebuyer assistance.\n\nAgriculture and rural communities: Invests $48 billion in agricultural research and infrastructure, urban agriculture, and rural communities\u2019 water and energy resources to ensure the global competitiveness of America\u2019s rural communities and agricultural sector.\n\nMore information on the Build Back Better Act can be found here. Ohio-specific facts and figures can be found here.\n\n###\n\nFor more information, contact Chris Dalton at chris.dalton@mail.house.gov or (202) 897-7438.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:30:49Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-shontel-brown-supports-passage-build-back-better-act", "Congresswoman Shontel Brown Supports Passage of the Build Back Better Act", "2021-11-19", "2021", "2021-11", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "For Immediate Release:\n\nNovember 19, 2021\n\nWASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) voted to pass the Build Back Better Act, landmark legislation to cut taxes for families and lower the costs of health care, child-care, education, housing, and more.\n\n\u201cI came to Congress to deliver results for hardworking families who have struggled to make ends meet for far too long,and that is exactly what the Build Back Better Act does,\u201d said Rep. Brown. \u201cI am proud to help pass this historic bill that gives all Americans a fair shot at getting ahead. With provisions to invest in childcare, make college more affordable, lower the costs of health care and prescription drugs, and build more affordable housing, this bill will benefit countless Northeast Ohioans and put money back in their pockets. What\u2019s more, it is fully paid for by making sure large corporations and wealthy Americans pay their fair share.\n\n\u201cThis week, President Biden signed the bipartisan infrastructure bill that invests in roads, bridges, public transit, and broadband. The Build Back Better Act invests in people\u2014families, seniors, children, aspiring college students, and workers who have always been the backbone of our economy. Together with the infrastructure bill, the Build Back Better Act will create millions of good-paying jobs, reduce poverty, and rebuild the middle class.\u201d\n\nFor a section-by-section on the Build Back Better Act, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:30:49Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-president-bidens-signing-infrastructure-investment", "Kaptur Statement on President Biden\u2019s Signing of Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act", "2021-11-15", "2021", "2021-11", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement after joining Congressional colleagues and Ohio leaders at the White House for President Joe Biden's signing of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. President Biden's signing of the bill comes after more than 97 percent of House Democrats voted for the bill, while 94 percent of House Republicans opposed \u2013 including all but one Ohio Republican, Congressman Anthony Gonzalez (OH-16).\n\n\"President Biden's signing of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is a historic win for the American people,\" said Rep. Kaptur. \"From coast to coast \u2013 in every state, district, and territory of our nation \u2013 this bill will deliver significant new resources to restore our nation's crumbling infrastructure and create millions of good-paying jobs over the next decade. The Great Lakes region will be empowered with billions of dollars to rebuild our roads, bridges, and rail lines, revitalize our water infrastructure and airports, and deploy modern broadband connectivity and new carbon-free energy systems. By properly rewarding those who make and build what makes and build America, we will create a fairer, more just, and more prosperous future for our Middle Class workers, families, and communities.\"\n\nThe Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will deliver nearly $14 billion to Ohio, including:\n\n$1 billion for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative\n\n$9.2 billion for highways\n\n$483 million for bridges\n\n$1.2 billion for public transportation\n\n$140 million for electric vehicle chargers\n\n$100 million for high-speed broadband internet\n\n$1.4 billion for clean drinking water infrastructure\n\n$253 million for airports\n\nAdditionally, Ohio will benefit from and can apply for billions of dollars in national funding opportunities, including:\n\n$17 billion for ports and waterways\n\n$3.5 billion for home and community weatherization initiatives\n\n$66 billion for rail\n\n$21 billion for Superfund and brownfield sites\n\nMore information on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:30:49Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-shontel-brown-attends-bipartisan-infrastructure-bill-signing", "Congresswoman Shontel Brown Attends Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Signing at White House", "2021-11-15", "2021", "2021-11", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "For Immediate Release:\n\nNovember 15, 2021\n\nCongresswoman Shontel Brown Attends Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Signing at White House\n\nWASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) joined President Biden for the signing of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act at the White House. The bill, which passed the House of Representatives on Friday, November 5 with Congresswoman Brown\u2019s support, makes historic investments in building and upgrading critical infrastructure, including roads, bridges, public transit, broadband, and drinking water systems.\n\n\u201cI was proud to stand with President Biden today as he signed the largest infrastructure bill in generations into law,\u201d said Rep. Brown. \u201cI came to Congress to deliver results for the people, and that\u2019s exactly what this bill does. On just my second day in office, I was honored to help pass such a historic bill that will immediately benefit the people of Northeast Ohio. In addition to creating good-paying jobs, the bill will help to fill potholes, repair our crumbling bridges, upgrade our public transportation systems, and expand access to high-speed internet. I am thrilled to bring home this historic win for our communities and the great people of my district.\u201d\n\nThe Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act delivers for Ohio by providing:\n\n$9 billion to repair roads and bridges;\n\n$1.2 billion to expand and modernize public transit;\n\n$100 million to expand broadband access;\n\n$1.4 billion to upgrade water infrastructure; and\n\n$253 million for infrastructure development for airports.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:30:49Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-140m-federal-funding-ohio-energy-bill-assistance", "Kaptur Announces $140M in Federal Funding for Ohio Energy Bill Assistance", "2021-11-12", "2021", "2021-11", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement regarding the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services $140,491,616 award for Ohio's Home Energy Assistance Program, which provides eligible Ohio residents financial assistance to offset the cost of home energy bills. This funding was made possible by the House's passage of H.R. 5305 \u2013 the Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act \u2013 in a 254-175 vote on September 30, 2021. Every Democrat voted in support of the legislation, while 175 Republicans voted against.\n\nThe Ohio Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) \u2013 funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program \u2013 allows individuals, families, and seniors with household incomes at or below 175 percent of the federal poverty line to receive a one-time financial benefit that is applied directly to their utility or bulk fuel bills.\n\n\"As we continue to recover from the pandemic, President Biden and Congressional Democrats are working to protect the most vulnerable in our communities,\" said Rep. Kaptur. \"This federal funding will ensure that our families and seniors in need are able to stay healthy and warm in their homes throughout the winter months.\"\n\nResidents who are interested in applying for HEAP assistance can contact their local energy assistance provider:\n\nLucas County\n\nPathway, Inc.\n\n(567) 803-0010\n\nOttawa County\n\nGreat Lakes Community Action Partnership\n\n(567) 432-5046\n\nErie County\n\nCommunity Action Commission of Erie, Huron, and Richland Counties, Inc.\n\n(419) 901-9539\n\nLorain County\n\nLorain County Community Action Agency\n\n(440) 538-6999\n\nCuyahoga County\n\nCHN Housing Partners\n\n(216) 350-8008\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:30:49Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-passage-historic-investments-jobs-infrastructure", "Kaptur Statement on Passage of Historic Investments in Jobs, Infrastructure", "2021-11-06", "2021", "2021-11", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement after the House passed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.\n\n\"The Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is one of the most consequential investments in good-paying jobs in American history,\" said Rep. Kaptur. \"After decades of trickle-down economics and disastrous trade policies, we are finally investing in the workers who make and build what makes and builds America. By rebuilding our roads, bridges, and ports, expanding our transportation systems and broadband internet, and upgrading our water and energy infrastructure, we will unleash our region's full potential, and secure a better future for our workers and families.\"\n\nFunding Highlights\n\n$1 billion for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative\n\n$9.2 billion for Ohio highways\n\n$483 million for Ohio bridges\n\n$1.2 billion for Ohio public transportation\n\n$140 million for Ohio electric vehicle chargers\n\n$100 million for Ohio broadband\n\n$1.4 billion for Ohio water infrastructure\n\n$253 million for Ohio airports\n\nNational funding for which Ohio can apply\n\n$3.5 billion for weatherization\n\n$17 billion for ports\n\nMore information on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act funding can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:30:49Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-shontel-brown-supports-passage-bipartisan-infrastructure-bill", "Congresswoman Shontel Brown Supports Passage of Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill", "2021-11-05", "2021", "2021-11", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "For Immediate Release:\n\nNovember 5, 2021\n\nCongresswoman Shontel Brown Supports Passage of Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill\n\nWASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) supported passage in the House of Representatives of the bipartisan infrastructure bill. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act makes historic investments in building and upgrading critical infrastructure, including roads, bridges, public transit, broadband, and drinking water systems.\n\n\u201cAs a former County Council Member, I know first-hand that America\u2019s infrastructure is in desperate need of repair,\u201d said Rep. Brown. \u201cThat is why I am proud to support the bipartisan infrastructure bill, which will help fix our crumbling roads and bridges, upgrade our public transit systems, and expand access to high-speed internet service. This bill shows that we can come together in Congress and work across the aisle to deliver results for the American people. Today, we are passing legislation that will immediately benefit Northeast Ohio, all while creating good-paying, American jobs.\u201d\n\nAmong its provisions, the package includes:\n\n$110 billion for roads, bridges and major infrastructure projects;\n\n$89.9 billion for public transit;\n\n$65 billion to expand access to reliable, high-speed internet;\n\n$55 billion to deliver clean water to American families, including dedicated funding to replace lead service lines and the dangerous chemical PFAS;\n\n$17 billion for port infrastructure and $25 billion for airports to address repair and maintenance backlogs; and\n\n$7.5 billion to support electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:30:49Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-shontel-brown-sworn-represent-ohios-eleventh-congressional", "Congresswoman Shontel Brown Sworn in to Represent Ohio\u2019s Eleventh Congressional District", "2021-11-04", "2021", "2021-11", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "For Immediate Release:\n\nNovember 4, 2021\n\nWASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) was sworn in as a Member of the House of Representatives for the 117th Congress representing Ohio\u2019s Eleventh Congressional District. The oath of office was administered by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol. Congresswoman Brown was joined in the Capitol by her family and friends, including her mother, Rikki; her father, Tony; her siblings, Nicole and Ray; and her nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.\n\n\u201cI am humbled and honored to have the privilege of serving the people of Ohio\u2019s Eleventh Congressional District in the House of Representatives,\u201d said Rep. Brown. \u201cThroughout my career in public service, I have always put people first, working to support low-income families, ensure justice and equity for all, and strengthen the community that I love and call home. These are the values I will bring with me to Congress every day as I serve the people of Northeast Ohio.\n\n\u201cI stand on the shoulders of my predecessors, leaders who worked tirelessly to ensure our community\u2019s voice was heard in the halls of Congress. I take this responsibility seriously, and I will always put the needs of our district first. We have a lot of work ahead of us as we emerge from the pandemic and work to build an economy that delivers for all people. I can\u2019t wait to roll up my sleeves and get to work with President Biden and my colleagues in Congress to deliver results for the people of Northeast Ohio.\u201d\n\nA native Clevelander, Congresswoman Brown entered public service in 2012 when she was elected as a Warrensville Heights city council member. In 2014, she was elected to represent the 9th district on the Cuyahoga County Council, one of the most diverse in the County, with constituents in the City of Cleveland, as well as inner- and outer-ring suburbs. As a County Council Member, she earned a reputation as a proven and unifying leader, drawing job-creating projects to the district, improving access to affordable health care, and supporting public education.\n\nOhio\u2019s 11th District includes portions of Cuyahoga and Summit Counties in Northeast Ohio.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:30:49Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-177-million-great-lakes-harmful-algal-bloom-research", "Kaptur Announces $1.77 Million for Great Lakes Harmful Algal Bloom Research Projects", "2021-10-27", "2021", "2021-10", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chair of the House Great Lakes Task Force, announced $1,777,440 in federal funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to support five Great Lakes harmful algal bloom (HAB) research projects.\n\nNOAA's National Centers for Coastal Ocean Sciences and Integrated Ocean Observing System Office have awarded funding to initiate one new HAB research project, and continue four existing research projects. These research projects will provide a better understanding of the causes and impacts of HABs, enhance HAB monitoring and response, and improve technologies for preventing, controlling, and mitigating HAB events.\n\n\"Addressing the health, economic, and environmental impacts wrought by Harmful Algal Blooms is essential for the long-term wellbeing of our Great Lakes region, said Rep. Kaptur. \"This mission requires an all of government, community-wide response commensurate with the size and scope of the challenge \u2013 and we are grateful to be able to deliver this federal funding for the benefit of our region.\"\n\n\"Continued support of NOAA and NOAA-funded projects to address the human health impacts of harmful algal blooms is essential for our ability to translate research findings into real-world applications,\" said Dr. Jason Huntley, Associate Professor in the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Sciences. \"We previously found that native freshwater bacteria from Lake Erie can destroy toxins produced during harmful algal blooms. It takes time and grant support to prove that this technology can be safely and cost effectively used for water filtration to protect human health.\"\n\nA breakdown of the NOAA funding awards is below.\n\nContinuing Awards\n\n$715,992 for the University of Toledo to develop and test the use of microcystin degrading bacteria to remove and degrade HAB toxins from drinking water.\n\n$323,191 for the University of Toledo, Bowling Green State University, Ohio State University, University of Michigan Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research, LimnoTech, Inc., and MBio Diagnostics, Inc. to create portable cyanotoxin detection technology for use by citizen scientists and decision makers.\n\n$200k for the Great Lakes Observing System to upgrade existing instrumentation in the Great Lakes to improve telemetry and HAB data integration.\n\n$303,503 for Bowling Green State University, State University of New York, and MBio Diagnostics to enhance existing technology for rapid, portable, multiplexed detection of harmful algal toxins in the Great Lakes.\n\nNew Award\n\n$234,754 for the University of Michigan Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research, Louisiana State University, and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute to enhance the capabilities of the 3rd generation Environmental Sample Processor for HAB toxin detection through integration with an Autonomous Surface Vehicle.\n\nMore information on the awards can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:24:51Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-accepting-applications-us-service-academies", "Kaptur Accepting Applications for U.S. Service Academies", "2021-10-26", "2021", "2021-10", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement encouraging high school seniors across Ohio's 9th Congressional District to submit an application to be considered for nomination to attend one of the U.S. Service Academies.\n\nEach year, Rep. Kaptur nominates a select number of high school seniors to attend the nation's prestigious Service Academies. This year, students who are interested in attending the Military Academy in West Point, NY, the Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, the Air Force Academy in Coloradio Springs, CO, or the Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, NY, must complete an application and submit materials to Rep. Kaptur's office by Monday, November 1, 2021 at 12:00pm EST. After submission, applicants will be notified if they are eligible to advance in the process.\n\nThe Services Academies provide young people a world-class, tuition-free education that will prepare them for service in defense of the nation. While attending a Service Academy is a rewarding experience \u2013 the decision to enroll should be considered carefully. Over the course of nearly four years, students will live in a highly controlled, fully immersive environment in which their physical and mental capabilities will be rigorously tested.\n\nUpon graduating from the Military, Naval, or Air Force Academies, students receive a military commission and are required to serve five years on active duty and three years in the reserves. Graduates of the Merchant Marine Academy must obtain employment in the private or public maritime sector for five years, or serve eight years in the reserves.\n\n\"The Services Academies provide a phenomenal opportunity for young people to receive a world-class education, and begin a rewarding career in service to our nation,\" said Rep. Kaptur. \"We are incredibly proud of the students we have nominated in the past, and look forward to supporting our region's next generation of leaders.\"\n\nThe application for nomination, as well as more information on the process, can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:24:51Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-passing-colin-powell", "Kaptur Statement on the Passing of Colin Powell", "2021-10-18", "2021", "2021-10", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement on the passing of Colin Powell.\n\n\"Throughout his decades of military and diplomatic service, General Colin Powell was an insightful, humble leader who offered critical guidance to our nation during her most trying times. We join with all Americans in mourning his passing, and express our deepest condolences to his loved ones for their immense loss.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:24:51Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-vote-avoid-catastrophic-debt-default", "Kaptur Statement on Vote to Avoid Catastrophic Debt Default", "2021-10-12", "2021", "2021-10", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement after the House voted to raise the nation's debt ceiling and avoid a catastrophic default. Today's passage of the debt ceiling increase does not authorize additional spending. Instead, it ensures that the U.S. Department of the Treasury can pay for spending that was already authorized \u2013 97 percent of which was incurred prior to President Biden taking office. Every Democrat voted to raise the debt ceiling to cover this spending, while Republicans were unanimous in their opposition.\n\n\"After racking up trillions of dollars in debt and giving away tax cuts to the wealthiest few - Republicans have decided they do not want to pay their bills and are willing to derail the nation's economy in the process. Not only would they delay Social Security payments to our seniors, they would also withhold pay from our servicemembers. This is unconscionable. As Democrats work to deliver historic investments in Middle Class jobs and the infrastructure improvements our communities need, we invite our Republican colleagues to end their theatrics and get to work on behalf of the American people.\"\n\n###\n\nFor more information, contact Chris Dalton at chris.dalton@mail.house.gov or (202) 897-7438.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:24:51Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-meeting-greenbelt-place-owner-residents", "Kaptur Statement on Meeting with Greenbelt Place Owner, Residents", "2021-10-08", "2021", "2021-10", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement after convening a meeting at her Maritime Building office with the owner of the Greenbelt Place Apartments, residents of the complex, and local officials.\n\nOn September 28, Rep. Kaptur sent a letter to Rene Campos, managing partner of Eureka Holdings, requesting he visit Toledo to discuss the conditions in which residents are living.\n\nOn October 8, Mr. Campos met with Rep. Kaptur, Lucas County Commissioner Pete Gerken, Toledo City Council Member Vanice Williams, Toledo Department of Neighborhoods Director Rosalyn Clemens, Toledo Police Chief George Krall, a representative of Senator Sherrod Brown's office, and residents of the Greenbelt Place Apartments.\n\n\"The immediate inspection we requested from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has been completed \u2013 resulting in a failing grade of 36 out of 100 for Greenbelt Place,\" said Rep. Kaptur. \"Eureka Holdings now has a responsibility to bring the complex up to a passing grade of 80 or higher \u2013 within a period of time prescribed by HUD \u2013 or face serious consequences from the federal government. From the beginning, our top priority has been to protect the wellbeing of every resident of Greenbelt Place. After significant work from our partners at HUD, the City of Toledo, and Lucas County, we are beginning to see a path forward for the residents and neighbors in North Toledo. After listening today to those whose lives have been disrupted, Mr. Campos committed to rectifying the serious documented issues that plague the property, and to partner with us to bring about tangible, systemic improvements to the operation and maintenance of the complex. While there is much work to be done, and a community-wide response will be necessary, we will not stop until every resident is able to live in the comfort and safety they deserve.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:24:51Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressional-ukraine-caucus-statement-naftogaz-corporate-governance", "Congressional Ukraine Caucus Statement on Naftogaz Corporate Governance", "2021-10-05", "2021", "2021-10", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, the Congressional Ukraine Caucus Co-Chairs Representatives Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Mike Quigley (D-IL), and Andy Harris (R-MD) released the following statement related to the filling of independent supervisory board seats at Naftogaz.\n\n\"The Congressional Ukraine Caucus is closely monitoring the open competition to fill the independent supervisory board seats at Naftogaz consistent with standards set by the international community. Robust corporate governance and transparency are key to ensuring Ukraine's energy security and independence. As Ukraine works to strengthen its integration within the community of democracies and the free world, we urge the country's leadership to continue to demonstrate its commitment to the necessary reforms.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:24:51Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-25-million-grant-replace-maumee-bay-state-park", "Kaptur Announces $2.5 Million Grant to Replace Maumee Bay State Park Boardwalk Trail", "2021-10-05", "2021", "2021-10", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced a $2,516,500 National Park Service grant award to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) for the replacement of the Maumee Bay State Park boardwalk trail in Lucas County. The 2.4-mile ADA accessible trail traverses the wetlands of Maumee Bay State Park, and is open to the public year-round. The grant will provide 50 percent of the funding for ODNR's costs related to the design, engineering, permitting, and construction of a .7-mile section of the trail.\n\n\"The sights and sounds along the boardwalk trail are a treasure right here in our own backyard,\" said Rep. Kaptur. \"This collaboration between our federal and state partners will ensure that lovers of hiking and wildlife will be able to enjoy the peace and serenity this trail affords for years to come.\"\n\nMore information on the National Park Service grant can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:24:51Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-vote-prevent-government-shutdown-fund-emergency", "Kaptur Statement on Vote to Prevent Government Shutdown, Fund Emergency Programs", "2021-09-30", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement after the House passed legislation to fund the federal government through December 3, and deliver $28.6 billion in emergency relief to communities working to rebuild from the devastation unleashed by recent natural disasters. Every Democrat voted in support of the legislation, while 175 Republicans voted against.\n\n\"In the conversations I have had recently with hardworking families, seniors, and veterans, not a single person has said they want their parks to shut down, the EPA to stop inspecting drinking water, or the VA to delay benefits and services. Regardless of those who seek to obstruct, Congressional Democrats and President Biden will continue to work on behalf of the American people, and ensure our federal government remains open and operational.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/chair-beatty-convenes-hearing-to-discuss-justice-involved-economic-barriers", "Chair Beatty Convenes Hearing to Discuss Justice-Involved Economic Barriers", "2021-09-28", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC\u2014The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Diversity and Inclusion, chaired by U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), held a hearing today entitled, \"Access Denied: Eliminating Barriers and Increasing Economic Opportunity for Justice-Involved Individuals.\" The Subcommittee hearing examined the impact of economic barriers on justice-involved individuals, as well as opportunities to increase economic access for justice-involved individuals.\n\n\"The United States has the largest population of incarcerated persons in the world with 2.1 million Americans in prison. Another 78 million Americans holding a criminal record, with a third of American Adults having been arrested in their lifetime,\" Beatty said. \"Justice-involved individuals are our neighbors, friends, and family members, but even though we are a nation of second chances, many justice-involved individuals continue to face insurmountable barriers to employment and financial inclusion.\" She added, \"Through introducing the Fair Hiring in Banking Act, I am working to build pathways to give those who are seeking a second chance an opportunity for greater economic opportunity and a brighter future.\"\n\nAn archived recording of the hearing can be accessed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Tdyo3W4fMw", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-calls-out-state-owner-meet-greenbelt-place-residents", "Kaptur Calls for Out-of-State Owner to Meet with Greenbelt Place Residents", "2021-09-28", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) sent a letter to the president of Austin, TX-based Eureka Holdings \u2013 owner of the Greenbelt Place Apartments complex \u2013 requesting he meet on site with residents, local stakeholders, and her office to see first-hand the conditions in which residents are living.\n\n\"While the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the City of Toledo undertake separate, parallel investigations and inspections of the complex, we ask that you make yourself available for an in-person meeting at Greenbelt Place with residents, local stakeholders, and my office during the week of Monday, October 4, 2021,\" wrote Rep. Kaptur.\n\n\"[O]ur top priority must be to ensure that the residents of Greenbelt Place receive the care and respect they deserve,\" she continued.\n\nThe full letter can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-unison-health-announce-36-million-grant-local-mental-health", "Kaptur, Unison Health Announce $3.6 Million Grant for Local Mental Health Initiatives", "2021-09-28", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) and Toledo-based Unison Health announced that the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, had awarded Unison Health a $3.6 million grant to expand the availability of mental health services in Lucas County.\n\nThe $3.6 million grant will support the development of two programs in Lucas County managed by Unison Health \u2013 one with Toledo Public Schools to provide behavioral health services to students in kindergarten through eighth grade, and another with the Lucas County Sheriff's Office to provide clinical services and medication management to incarcerated individuals.\n\nAs a long-time advocate for increasing federal support for comprehensive mental health services, Rep. Kaptur's office works with providers like Unison Health to secure SAMHSA grants that help establish these programs.\n\n\"Time and again, we have witnessed how critical it is to invest in life-changing mental health programs that help establish a solid foundation for long-term wellbeing,\" said Rep. Kaptur. \"We are grateful to be able to deliver the federal resources that ensure students, returning citizens, and members of the wider community receive the attention, care, and support they need to thrive.\"\n\n\"Congresswoman Kaptur continues to be an outstanding advocate for mental health treatment and services in Northwest Ohio,\" said Unison Health CEO Jeff De Lay. \"I want to thank her for her support of Unison Health's SAMHSA grant award of $3.6 million. These funds will improve access to treatment and prevention services for children in Toledo Public Schools, as well as individuals in the Lucas County Jail. This is a perfect example of working together to improve the overall health of our community.\"\n\nMore information on the $3.6 million SAMHSA grant can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-applauds-house-passage-nord-stream-2-sanctions", "Kaptur Applauds House Passage of Nord Stream 2 Sanctions", "2021-09-24", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, released the following statement after the House passed the Fiscal Year 2022 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) which includes an amendment she co-led with Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX) requiring mandatory sanctions on the Nord Stream 2 pipeline project. The NDAA also increased funding for the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative to $300 million and the Baltic Security Initiative to $175 million. The NDAA will now be taken up by the Senate for its consideration.\n\n\"Those united behind the cause of liberty in Ukraine are deeply concerned about the Kremlin's ongoing weaponization of energy to undermine European security. We are pleased the House has voted once again to fully sanction the Nord Stream 2 pipeline project. The Congress will continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with our allies in Central and Eastern Europe through the Three Seas Initiative to strengthen their energy diversity and resilience. We look forward to working with our Senate colleagues to enact this legislation and further our efforts to curtail Russia's campaign of malign influence in the region.\"\n\nMore information on the Nord Stream 2 amendment can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-passes-beatty-legislation-to-improve-housing-services-for-survivors-of-human-trafficking", "House Passes Beatty Legislation to Improve Housing Services for Survivors of Human Trafficking", "2021-09-23", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Trafficking Survivors Housing Act of 2021, a piece of legislation authored by U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03).\n\n\"Every year, the State Department estimates that nearly 25 million people are victims of human trafficking, the vast majority of whom are women and girls,\" Beatty said. \"Housing discrimination is often the number one concern of survivors, and all too often forces them to stay with their abusers. This harmful practice must be stopped, and I am proud to see my Congressional colleagues joining me to stand up for survivors. Now I call on all Senators to do the same: support the Trafficking Survivors Housing Act, because one victim is one too many.\"\n\nCurrently, there is a severe shortage of affordable housing nationally and, due to funding limitations, federal rental assistance reaches just 25 percent of eligible households. In fact, the U.S. Federal Strategic Action Plan on Services for Victims of Human Trafficking reported that \"sustainable housing is a significant issue in achieving long-term recovery and self-sufficiency for human trafficking survivors.\"\n\nPassed as part of an en bloc amendment, the legislation now moves to the Senate where it will await further action. If enacted, the Trafficking Survivors Housing Act would require the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) to commission a study and report in partnership with federal agencies, survivors, and the organizations that serve them on the availability and accessibility of homelessness and housing services for survivors of trafficking. The study would specifically:\n\nreview the effectiveness of current policy and procedures and report on their impact around the ability to provide sustainable, affordable, and safe housing options for survivors of trafficking, including families of minor victims and youth in foster care;\n\nbuild on trauma-informed and evidence-based frameworks to assess the capacity of mainstream housing services to meet the distinct and specialized needs of both labor and sex trafficking survivors, including survivors with disability-related needs; and\n\nidentify barriers to and best practices for meeting the housing and service needs of survivors of trafficking.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-60-house-members-call-30-billion-investment-civilian-climate", "Kaptur, 60+ House Members Call for $30 Billion Investment in Civilian Climate Corps", "2021-09-23", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement after leading a letter with Representatives Bobby Rush (D-IL), Joe Neguse (D-CO), Judy Chu (D-CA), and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) to Speaker Nancy Pelosi calling for the inclusion of $30 billion within the Build Back Better agenda to create a Civilian Climate Corps (CCC). The CCC, if enacted, would support conservation and climate resilience efforts while creating good-paying jobs in Great Lakes communities and beyond.\n\nAs Congress works to advance the infrastructure and reconciliation bills as part of the Build Back Better agenda, several CCC proposals have been introduced which would create Middle Class jobs focused on weatherizing homes, installing solar infrastructure, mitigating coastal erosion, preventing fires and flooding, constructing and maintaining public trails, and more.\n\nOn September 10, Rep. Kaptur introduced her 21st Century Civilian Conservation and Climate Corps Act \u2013 legislation she has sponsored in every Congress since the financial crisis of 2008. Unlike other CCC proposals, Rep. Kaptur's would require a whole of government approach for a Corps program involving the U.S. Departments of Labor, Interior, Agriculture, Transportation, Energy, Housing and Urban Development, and Commerce, as well as the National Guard Bureau, Army Corps of Engineers, Environmental Protection Agency, and state and local governments.\n\n\"From the West and Great Plains, to the Coasts and Great Lakes, we are witnessing the wreckage brought about by a changing climate whose ferocity knows no bounds,\" said Rep. Kaptur. \"Our success in tackling this challenge will require bold, innovative strategies commensurate with the scope of the threats we face. Fully funding a Civilian Climate Corps will help to create the good-paying jobs necessary to conserve our environment, and set us on a path toward a brighter, more sustainable future.\"\n\nThe House and Senate are currently considering the various CCC proposals for possible inclusion in the Build Back Better legislation.\n\nThe letter led by Reps. Kaptur, Rush, Neguse, Chu, and Ocasio-Cortez \u2013 and signed by more than 60 Members of Congress \u2013 can be found here. Rep. Kaptur's 21st Century Civilian Conservation and Climate Corps bill can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-vote-keep-federal-government-open", "Kaptur Statement on Vote to Keep the Federal Government Open", "2021-09-22", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement after voting late last night in support of H.R. 5304, legislation which will avert a shutdown of the federal government, deliver critical emergency relief to communities impacted by recent natural disasters, and prevent a catastrophic default on the nation's debt. Every House Democrat voted for the measure, while Republicans were unanimous in their opposition. The legislation will now be taken up by the Senate for its consideration.\n\n\"Ensuring the full operation of the United States federal government in the midst of a worldwide pandemic should not be a partisan issue. This legislation is critical to keeping Social Security offices open, providing the lifesaving care our veterans need, and continuing our nation's response to Covid-19. While we advance the Build Back Better agenda, we implore our Republican colleagues to work in good faith \u2013 not throw up partisan roadblocks designed to halt America's progress and harm those we have sworn an oath to serve.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-beatty-issues-statement-on-haitian-migrants", "Rep. Beatty Issues Statement on Haitian Migrants", "2021-09-20", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014Today, U.S. Congresswoman and Congressional Black Caucus Chair Joyce Beatty (OH-03) issued the following statement on the influx of Haitian migrants:\n\n\"I want to express my concern regarding reports of an urgent humanitarian crisis for tens of thousands of displaced Haitians at our Southern border. I want to be clear that we are a nation of humanity and rule of law. My heart aches for the people of Haiti, who are currently experiencing unimaginable political and economic upheaval. As we address the current surge of Haitian people, it is critical that we approach the situation focused on fairness and the safety of all involved. I will continue to fight to see that refugees are welcome in America, regardless of race or country of origin.\"\n\nBeatty continued, \"I have contacted Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas to request that he immediately travel to the border to assess the situation and ensure that humanitarian assistance, including lavatory facilities, food, and water, is being provided to those being processed, especially children. I have further requested that he provide a comprehensive briefing to the Congressional Black Caucus on the status of Haitian migrants and on whether alternatives exist for their relocation.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-beatty-issues-statement-on-haitian-migrants-0", "Rep. Beatty Issues Statement on Haitian Migrants", "2021-09-20", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014Today, U.S. Congresswoman and Congressional Black Caucus Chair Joyce Beatty (OH-03) issued the following statement on the influx of Haitian migrants:\n\n\"I want to express my concern regarding reports of an urgent humanitarian crisis for tens of thousands of displaced Haitians at our Southern border. I want to be clear that we are a nation of humanity and rule of law. My heart aches for the people of Haiti, who are currently experiencing unimaginable political and economic upheaval. As we address the current surge of Haitian people, it is critical that we approach the situation focused on fairness and the safety of all involved. I will continue to fight to see that refugees are welcome in America, regardless of race or country of origin.\"\n\nBeatty continued, \"I have contacted Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas to request that he immediately travel to the border to assess the situation and ensure that humanitarian assistance, including lavatory facilities, food, and water, is being provided to those being processed, especially children. I have further requested that he provide a comprehensive briefing to the Congressional Black Caucus on the status of Haitian migrants and on whether alternatives exist for their relocation.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-beatty-introduces-legislation-to-establish-national-rosa-parks-day", "Rep. Beatty Introduces Legislation to Establish National Rosa Parks Day", "2021-09-16", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014In coordination with Reps. Jim Cooper (TN-05) and Terri Sewell (AL-07), U.S. Congresswoman and Congressional Black Caucus Chair Joyce Beatty (OH-03) introduced legislation to establish Rosa Parks Day as a Federal Holiday.\n\n\"Through her willingness to sit, Rosa Parks stood up for what she believed in,\" Beatty said. \"As a state legislator, I was proud to lead the push to make the Buckeye State the first state to officially recognize Rosa Parks Day. It's now time for us to come together as a nation to honor this American hero through a new national holiday.\"\n\nIn 2005, Beatty, then-Member of the Ohio General Assembly, spearheaded legislation to designate December 1st as \"Rosa Parks Day\" in the State of Ohio\u2014making the Buckeye State the first in the nation to formally recognize the Civil Rights icon. Ohio's annual Rosa Park tribute has engaged thousands of children and community leaders across the state to celebrate Mrs. Parks' legacy and example.\n\n\"Rosa Parks is a hero to countless Americans and to me,\" Beatty said. \"Her life and actions on that historic December day more than 50 years ago have inspired people across the country and around the world to stand up against discrimination and work peacefully to create a more just and fair society.\" Beatty continued, \"I was honored to have led the charge in the State of Ohio to recognize Rosa Parks, and I'm proud to push to get her the national recognition she deserves.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-59-million-federal-grant-toledo-senior-housing-project", "Kaptur Announces $5.9 Million Federal Grant for Toledo Senior Housing Project", "2021-09-16", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement after participating in a press conference with Toledo-area leaders where she announced the U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) had awarded a $5,898,509 grant to the Collingwood Green senior housing project to support the creation of 30 units of housing for low-income seniors. In May, Rep. Kaptur sent a letter to HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge supporting the project's application for federal funding.\n\nThe project \u2013 a partnership between National Church Residences and Lucas Metropolitan Housing \u2013 will utilize the nearly $5.9 million federal grant for the Collingwood Green site located at Nebraska Avenue and Division Street near Downtown Toledo.\n\nThe funding for this project comes from HUD's Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program, an initiative aimed at ensuring very low-income seniors are provided safe, supportive housing where assistance with cleaning, cooking, and transportation are available for residents. Rep. Kaptur has long advocated for Congress to increase funding for the program.\n\n\"Our seniors have spent their lives building up and providing for the next generations \u2013 and we owe it to them that they are provided the dignity, care, and respect they deserve,\" said Rep. Kaptur. \"This remarkable partnership between National Church Residences, Lucas Metropolitan Housing, and the federal government is indicative of the community-wide dedication to lifting up our aging residents. We appreciate the tireless efforts undertaken by all to advance this project, and bring us one step closer to housing our neighbors in need.\"\n\n\"At Lucas Metropolitan Housing, we are translating vision into reality \u2013 to create and maintain sustainable, affordable housing opportunities, provide pathways to a better quality of life, and empower vibrant communities,\" said Lucas Metropolitan Housing President and CEO, and Lucas Housing Services Corporation President Joaquin Cintron Vega. \"This award supports our vision to expand the supply of affordable housing with supportive services. In this case, to provide options for the elderly that will allow them to live independently but in an environment that provides additional support activities. I am very grateful for the support of Congresswoman Kaptur and our partnership with National Church Residences. Their guidance, direction, and effective work in coordination with our Lucas Metropolitan Housing team and the Lucas Housing Services Corporation opened the door for this fantastic opportunity.\"\n\n\"National Church Residences values partnerships above all else,\" said National Church Residences Executive Vice President Michelle Norris. \"This opportunity was only made possible due to the combined efforts of Congresswoman Kaptur's office, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and Lucas County Metropolitan Housing. We're grateful for their work and we're excited to grow our portfolio in Toledo through the HUD Section 202 program. This award allows National Church Residences to further our mission of providing affordable housing and supportive services to seniors in this area.\"\n\nThe letter Rep. Kaptur sent to Secretary Fudge supporting the project can be found here. More information on HUD's Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-beatty-celebrates-hispanic-heritage-month", "Rep. Beatty Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month", "2021-09-15", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014 Today, U.S. Congresswoman and Congressional Black Caucus Chair Joyce Beatty (OH-03) marked the start of National Hispanic Heritage Month, an annual initiative celebrating the rich contributions Hispanic Americans have made and continue to make on American history, culture, and heritage.\n\n\"Hispanic Heritage Month gives everyone the opportunity to celebrate the rich culture and vibrant diversity of America's Latino communities and recognize the immense impact they make every day on our nation,\" Beatty said. \"It is also an opportunity to reflect on the challenges that many Hispanic Americans continue to face every day. Through President Biden's transformative Build Back Better vision and the House-passed American Dream and Promise Act, we can expand support for underserved communities and create a path to legal status for DREAMers and their families. America is a nation of immigrants and I am proud to work with the Congressional Hispanic Caucus to continue the fight for equality, opportunity, and justice for all of my constituents.\"\n\nTo learn more about Hispanic Heritage Month, visit the official Hispanic Heritage Month website and the Smithsonian Latino Center's website, and be sure to join the conversation online by using #HispanicHeritageMonth.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-secures-350m-great-lakes-heavy-icebreaker-reconciliation", "Kaptur Secures $350M for Great Lakes Heavy Icebreaker in Reconciliation Proposal", "2021-09-15", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chair of the bipartisan House Great Lakes Task Force, released the following statement after the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed a nearly $60 billion reconciliation bill that included her request for $350 million in funding for a state-of-the-art Great Lakes heavy icebreaker for the U.S. Coast Guard. The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee's bill will now be taken up by the full House for its consideration as part of President Biden's $3.5 trillion reconciliation proposal.\n\nIn July, Rep. Kaptur led a letter to Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy requesting the funding necessary for the acquisition, design, and construction of a heavy icebreaker for the Great Lakes. If passed as part of the full reconciliation bill, the addition of a new heavy icebreaker will double the Coast Guard's capacity to clear Great Lakes shipping lanes of ice. Currently, the Coast Guard's Great Lakes District commands only one heavy icebreaker \u2013 the USCGC Mackinaw \u2013 for its service area of all the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence Seaway.\n\n\"Our nation's defensive capabilities, manufacturing industries, and economic vitality depend on the ability of vessels to reliably, safely, and efficiently navigate the more than 2,000 miles of shipping lanes of the Great Lakes region,\" said Rep. Kaptur. \"This substantial new federal investment will support the hundreds of thousands of jobs that rely upon these waterways, and ensure our communities are able to continue serving as America's industrial workhorses. We thank Committee Chairman Peter DeFazio for his leadership to address the needs of the Great Lakes, and look forward to working with our House and Senate colleagues to urge passage of this critical priority.\"\n\nThe House Great Lakes Task Force letter signed by Co-Chairs Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Rep. David Joyce (R-OH), and Rep. Bill Huizenga (R-MI) can be found here. Information on the $350 million in funding in the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee's bill can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/first-day-small-business-week-kaptur-applauds-american-rescue-plans-34", "On First Day of Small Business Week, Kaptur Applauds American Rescue Plan\u2019s $34 Million Lifeline for Northern Ohio Restaurants", "2021-09-13", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, on the first day of National Small Business Week, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement on the success of the U.S. Small Business Administration's Restaurant Revitalization Fund in supporting Northern Ohio businesses harmed by the Covid-19 pandemic. The American Rescue Plan \u2013 passed by Congressional Democrats without any Republican support \u2013 established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund to provide direct funding to businesses to assist with expenses related to payroll, utilities, rent, and more. To date, 125 businesses in Ohio's 9th Congressional District have received $34,819,506.82 in pandemic-response grants.\n\n\"In the midst of the worst pandemic in over a century, our beloved local restaurants, and thousands of cooks, servers, and drivers, were dealt an almost insurmountable blow. Thanks to President Biden and the American Rescue Plan, we are delivering the resources needed to help these businesses recover, and ensure our workers receive the paychecks they have earned.\"\n\nBreakdown of Restaurant Revitalization Fund grants by city\n\nAvon Lake: $145,517.00\n\nBay Village: $769,646.32\n\nBrook Park: $191,492.00\n\nBrooklyn: $1,087,597.00\n\nCleveland: $12,351,687.06\n\nKelleys Island $123,913.68\n\nLakewood: $5,563,407.65\n\nLorain: $18,713.35\n\nOregon: $1,018,651.24\n\nParma: $745,369.00\n\nPort Clinton: $73,378.50\n\nPut-in-Bay: $1,319,592.00\n\nRocky River: $866,292.00\n\nToledo: $10,527,346.32\n\nVermilion: $16,903.70\n\nMore information on the Restaurant Revitalization Fund can be found here. The full list of Restaurant Revitalization Fund grants for Ohio's 9th Congressional District can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-20th-anniversary-911", "Kaptur Statement on the 20th Anniversary of 9/11", "2021-09-11", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement on the 20th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks.\n\n\"Twenty years after the enemies of democracy and freedom unleashed terror on our homeland, the horror we feel today is as clear and traumatizing as it was that Tuesday morning.\n\n\"The lives of nearly 3,000 of our fellow Americans were brutally cut short, leaving husbands and wives, parents and children, and friends and neighbors to bear an unimaginable loss, and mourn a future that would never come to pass.\n\n\"In the hours, days, and weeks that followed, countless Americans of all stripes and creeds answered the call to serve our nation in one of her darkest hours \u2013 from firefighters, police officers, nurses, and doctors \u2013 to the patriotic men and women who joined our armed forces to bring justice to the perpetrators.\n\n\"On this solemn day, we honor the memory of those we lost, lift up in prayer the loved ones left behind, and express our deep gratitude to those heroes and heroines \u2013 known and unknown \u2013 whose service to country before self has ensured the blessings of abiding Liberty in our land.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-joyce-beatty-remembers-victims-and-survivors-twenty-years-after-the-september-11th-terrorist-attacks", "Rep. Joyce Beatty Remembers Victims and Survivors Twenty Years After the September 11th Terrorist Attacks", "2021-09-10", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014 Tomorrow, September 11, 2021, marks the 20th anniversary of one of the darkest days in our nation's history. Rep. Joyce Beatty (OH-03) joins Americans in coming together to honor and pay tribute to the more than 2,900 innocent people who lost their lives and over 6,000 who were injured as a result of coordinated terrorist attacks in New York City and the Pentagon and the crash of United 93 outside Shanksville, Pennsylvania. In recognition and remembrance of 9/11, Beatty issued the following statement:\n\n\"Two decades after our nation suffered a terrible blow, I join with the constituents of Ohio's Third Congressional District and all Americans in honoring the victims, survivors, families, service members, veterans, allies, and countless Americans whose lives have been forever changed by the 9/11 terror attacks. Our promise to \u2018Never Forget' continues, as does our commitment to working together in solidarity to protect our nation, our values, and each other.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-president-bidens-commitment-ukraine", "Kaptur Statement on President Biden\u2019s Commitment to Ukraine", "2021-09-07", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, released the following statement on President Biden's announcement of an additional $60 million in security assistance, and $45 million in humanitarian assistance for Ukraine.\n\n\"The pursuit of a secure, prosperous, and sovereign Ukraine enjoys bipartisan, determined support from the United States Congress. While the complex mission of addressing corruption, bolstering democratic protections, and establishing energy independence faces myriad challenges, the announcement of additional security and humanitarian assistance demonstrates President Biden's commitment to strengthening the United States relationship with one of our closest allies and friends. We welcome this news, and look forward to partnering with President Zelenskyy to achieve Ukraine's accession to the European Union and NATO, and bring it into alliance with the democratic republics of the free world.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-congressional-ukraine-caucus-statement-meeting-president", "Kaptur, Congressional Ukraine Caucus Statement on Meeting with President Zelenskyy", "2021-09-01", "2021", "2021-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, the Congressional Ukraine Caucus (CUC) Co-Chairs Representative Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), Representative Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Representative Mike Quigley (D-IL), and Representative Andy Harris (R-MD) released the following statement after CUC members and allies met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. During President Zelenskyy's first visit to the United States, the Congressional Ukraine Caucus committed its support for strengthening the U.S.-Ukraine relationship, combating Russia's ongoing brutal aggression and occupation of Ukrainian territories, countering corruption, and safeguarding Ukrainian and transatlantic energy security in light of the threat posed by the Nord Stream 2 pipeline.\n\n\"We wish to thank President Zelenskyy and his delegation for today's meeting on his first official visit to the United States.\n\n\"Ukraine is at the scrimmage line for liberty on the European Continent. Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic aspirations - free from Russian malign influence - are a noble and righteous cause. From providing security assistance that guarantees its defensive capabilities, to collaborating to rout the scourge of corruption, diversify its energy portfolio, and uplift its economy and its people - Ukraine has no greater friend than the United States House of Representatives.\n\n\"As it has done for nearly 25 years, the bipartisan Congressional Ukraine Caucus will remain a steadfast ally of these freedom-loving people, and looks forward to partnering with President Zelenskyy, civil society, and all Ukrainians to advance the solutions that ensure Ukraine's well-being for all the generations to come.\"\n\nThose attending today's meeting with President Zelenskyy and his delegation include CUC Co-Chair Representative Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), Representative Victoria Spartz (R-IN), Representative Jamie Raskin (D-MD), Representative Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), Representative John Garamendi (D-CA), Representative Brad Sherman (D-CA), Representative Andy Levin (D-MI), and Representative Doug Lamborn (R-CO).\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:17:01Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-loss-navy-corpsman-max-soviak", "Kaptur Statement on the Loss of Navy Corpsman Max Soviak", "2021-08-27", "2021", "2021-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement on the loss of Navy Corpsman Max Soviak in the terror attack on Kabul Airport.\n\n\"Our nation mourns the loss of Navy Corpsman Max Soviak, whose uncommon courage in the face of unfathomable danger ensured the safe passage of countless civilians. We will never be able to repay the debt we owe him, but we will be forever grateful for his willingness to serve when America needed him most. Our hearts go out to his family during this time, and we lift them up in prayer that they may find comfort in his memory.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:11:17Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-loss-american-forces-afghanistan", "Kaptur Statement on the Loss of American Forces in Afghanistan", "2021-08-26", "2021", "2021-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement on the loss of American forces in Afghanistan.\n\n\"In the midst of unimaginable chaos, the U.S. military has been engaged in a heroic effort to swiftly evacuate as many people as possible amidst growing unrest in Afghanistan. The loss of American forces today is a tragedy beyond belief. These brave service members made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our citizens and allies. Our hearts go out to their families and loved ones, and we pray for the safety of those still on the ground.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:11:17Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-beatty-votes-to-pass-john-r-lewis-voting-rights-advancement-act-hr-4-to-restore-the-vote-for-all-americans", "Rep. Beatty Votes to Pass John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, H.R. 4, to Restore the Vote for All Americans", "2021-08-24", "2021", "2021-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Congresswoman and Congressional Black Caucus Chair Joyce Beatty (OH-03) joined 219 of her House colleagues in voting to pass H.R. 4, the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. This critical legislation would restore key protections of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (VRA) which were gutted by the Supreme Court in the 2013 Shelby County v. Holder decision and more recently in the 2021 Brnovich v. DNC decision.\n\nBeatty presided over debate on the bill, which aims to protect voters from discrimination by restoring and strengthening the protections of the VRA. The passage of H.R. 4 comes amid the most coordinated state-level effort to restrict the right to vote in generations and follows a months-long investigation by the House Committee on Administration and House Committee on the Judiciary into the status of voting rights in America.\n\n\"Over half a century after the enactment of the Voting Rights Act, access to the ballot box is under unprecedented threat,\" said Rep. Beatty. \"Since last November, we have seen hundreds of voter suppression laws spring up in state legislatures across America, threatening to silence the most vulnerable and underrepresented communities.\"\n\nBeatty continued, \"As a Black woman, it was an honor and a duty to join my colleagues in passing the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021. The right to vote is the very foundation of our democracy. Generations of brave, patriotic Americans have fought, marched, and shed blood to safeguard and expand that right. In introducing this legislation, House Democrats are honoring our promises \u2018for the people' to safeguard the right to vote for generations to come.\"\n\nRep. Beatty speaks on the House Floor in support of H.R. 4\n\nFor decades, the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (VRA) ensured equal access to the ballot box for Black and minority voters by requiring states and localities with a history of voter discrimination\u2014as determined in Section 5\u2014to obtain pre-clearance from the Department of Justice before making changes to their voting laws. However, in its infamous 2013 decision in Shelby County v. Holder, the Supreme Court's conservative majority struck down Section 4, arguing that voter discrimination was an issue of the past and that the formula used to determine which states and localities were subject to preclearance was outdated.\n\nOn July 1, 2021, in its decision in Brnovich v. DNC, the Supreme Court struck another devastating blow to the VRA, upholding Arizona's voting laws targeting Latino and other minority voters and making it more difficult for parties to challenge racially discriminatory voting laws under Section 2.\n\nBeginning in April, the House Committee on Administration Subcommittee on Elections held a series of investigatory hearings and collected numerous reports and documents regarding the status of voting rights in America. The hearings culminated in a report which the Committee released on Friday, August 6, detailing modern-day efforts to restrict the right to vote. Meanwhile, the House Committee on the Judiciary also held hearings on the need to protect the right to vote.\n\nInformed by these findings, the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act would restore protections of the VRA gutted by the Supreme Court. It would once again prohibit states and localities with a recent history of voter discrimination from restricting the right to vote by including an updated formula for determining which states and localities are subject to federal oversight. It would also amend Section 2 of the VRA to eliminate the heightened standard for challenging voter discrimination that the Supreme Court created in its decision in Brnovich v. DNC.\n\nThe passage of H.R. 4 comes amid the most coordinated state-level effort to restrict the right to vote in generations. Driven by the Big Lie, 18 states have enacted at least 30 new restrictive, anti-voter laws just this year.\n\nA previous version of H.R. 4 passed in the House of Representatives during the 116th Congress by a vote of 228-187, but stalled in the Republican-controlled Senate. Last year, the bill was renamed the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to honor the legacy of civil rights icon and former Congressman John Robert Lewis who passed away on July 17, 2020.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:11:17Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-passage-john-lewis-voting-rights-act", "Kaptur Statement on the Passage of the John Lewis Voting Rights Act", "2021-08-24", "2021", "2021-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement after the House passed the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021.\n\n\"The right to vote is our most sacred - and most important - civic responsibility. The John Lewis Voting Rights Act ensures that all Americans, regardless of party or background, have free, equal, and fair access to the ballot box, and have a say in their government. Today is a good day for justice, and a good day for the American tradition of choosing our political leaders.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:11:17Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-beatty-honors-the-memory-of-richard-trumka", "Rep. Beatty Honors the Memory of Richard Trumka", "2021-08-05", "2021", "2021-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH \u2013 Following the death of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) issued the following statement:\n\n\"I am devastated to hear of the passing of my long time friend Richard Trumka, a giant in the labor movement and an unrelenting ally in the fight for workers' rights. Rest In Peace, Richard.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:11:17Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/5million-in-beatty-backed-community-funding-requests-get-greenlight", "$5+Million in Beatty-Backed Community Funding Requests Get Greenlight", "2021-07-20", "2021", "2021-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014The House Committee on Appropriations released the list of approved Member Community Funding Projects last week. Included in the list were all of U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty's (OH-03) requests for Ohio Third Congressional District-based projects.\n\n\"I am committed to delivering real results for hardworking Central Ohioans, families, and small businesses\u2014and that begins with high-quality, affordable healthcare, a superior education no matter where you live, and increased access to the support services and assistance to thrive,\" Beatty said. \"It is certainly refreshing to know that, under the leadership of Congressional Democrats and the Biden-Harris Administration, we are making the much-needed investments in important projects like these to guarantee that every American can build back better.\"\n\nOf note, the House Committee of Appropriations has approved the spending bills, but they must be voted on by the full U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate. Additionally, Beatty recently secured $25 million for Phase 4 of the $1.3 billion Columbus Crossroads project, after spearheading a letter urging the White House to greenlight the plan for an Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) grant. Moreover, earlier this month, the House passed the Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America (INVEST in America) Act, H.R. 3684. The comprehensive transportation and infrastructure package contains over $19 million for Central Ohio requests supported by Beatty", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:03:51Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-backed-expanded-child-tax-credit-hitting-bank-accounts", "Beatty-Backed Expanded Child Tax Credit Hitting Bank Accounts", "2021-07-15", "2021", "2021-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) visited Brightside Academy Ohio yesterday evening to speak with families in Ohio's Third Congressional District about advance monthly payments of the Child Tax Credit (CTC) (of up to $300 per child) beginning today (July 15th) through December. The remaining tax credit is contingent on filing a 2021 tax return. The enhanced CTC was a major component of the American Rescue Plan, P.L. 117-2, a piece of legislation Beatty helped pass in Congress.\n\n\"The expanded Child Tax Credit is all about setting Central Ohio children up for success and putting more money in the pockets of hardworking parents to pay for childcare or put gas in the car, so that they can go to work and help fuel our economy\u2014while also building better lives for their families,\" Beatty said. \"Tomorrow, countless families will wake up to the welcome news that they received a monthly payment, but it is imperative individuals file a 2021 tax return\u2014no matter their circumstances\u2014to ensure that they obtain the full financial support they are entitled to under the American Rescue Plan.\"\n\nAccording to data compiled by Co-Equal, a stunning 91.3 percent of children in the district will benefit economically from the enhanced CTC. Moreover, 53,000 households will see an average total benefit of $3,300.\n\nMore information on the CTC, including frequently asked questions, is below:\n\nHow much are CTC advance monthly payments?\n\nThe American Rescue Plan expanded the CTC to up to $3,600 per child under five-years-old and $3,000 for children between the ages of 6 and 17. The measure also authorized advance monthly payments of the CTC through December 2021. Families will get their remaining expanded CTC when they file their 2021 tax return.\n\nWho qualifies for CTC advance monthly payments?\n\nTaxpayers will qualify for the full credit if their income is below $75,000 for single filers, $112,000 for head of household, or $150,000 for joint filers. To be eligible, children must: have a Social Security number, reside with the individual claiming them for at least half of the year, and be under 18-years-old as of December 31, 2021. Biological children, adopted children, stepchildren, half-siblings, foster children, grandchildren, nieces or nephews, and certain other relatives are eligible. In addition, the adult filing taxes must possess a Social Security Number or an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:03:51Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/cbc-chair-beatty-to-headline-national-voting-rights-march", "CBC Chair Beatty to Headline National Voting Rights March", "2021-07-15", "2021", "2021-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013Today, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Chair of the powerful Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), will join an all-star group of civil rights champions, advocates, and allies for \"Speak Out: Call to Action Day on Capitol Hill.\" The event is in response to numerous voter restriction laws being passed in states across the country, as well as Senate Republicans' refusal to engage meaningfully in drafting federal legislation to ensure that every American has equal access and opportunity to vote. Immediately following the program, Beatty will march alongside attendees to the Hart Senate Office Building to demand change. In anticipation of taking the stage, Beatty said:\n\n\"Fifty-six years after the passage of the Voting Rights Act, Americans' right to vote is still under attack as state legislatures work overtime to dilute our power. So, as Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus\u2014but more importantly as a Black woman\u2014I join with the chorus of individuals demanding justice, change, and the guarantee that my vote counts just like everybody else's vote counts. This is Our Power, Our Message.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:03:51Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/getting-in-good-trouble-defending-voting-rights", "Getting in Good Trouble, Defending Voting Rights", "2021-07-15", "2021", "2021-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Chair of the powerful Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), was arrested today for leading a peaceful demonstration in the Hart Senate Office Building to raise awareness on the ongoing attacks in state legislatures across the country on Americans' right to vote. In response, Beatty issued the following statement:\n\n\"I stand in solidarity with Black women and allies across the country in defense of our constitutional right to vote. We have come too far and fought too hard to see everything systematically dismantled and restricted by those who wish to silence us. Be assured that this is just the beginning. This is Our Power, Our Message.\"\n\n# ##", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:03:51Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-katko-keep-pushing-for-tubman-on-the-twenty", "Beatty, Katko Keep Pushing for Tubman on the Twenty", "2021-07-07", "2021", "2021-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Chair of the powerful Congressional Black Caucus, and U.S. Congressman John Katko (NY-24) sent a letter today to Secretary Janet Yellen calling on the U.S. Department of Treasury to provide an updated timeline for the reveal and circulation of all Federal Reserve notes currently undergoing the redesign process. Included among the list of proposed notes, is the much-anticipated, long-awaited new $20 bill featuring the portrait of famous abolitionist Harriet Tubman.\n\n\"Harriet Tubman's legacy as a champion for freedom and equality has made her a pivotal figure in American history and served as an inspiration to millions. As a conductor on the Underground Railroad and a supporter of the women's suffrage movement, Tubman played a critical role in some of the most significant efforts in our country's history to ensure the basic rights of all Americans,\" the bipartisan duo's letter reads in part. \"With this history in mind, memorializing Harriet Tubman on the $20 note continues to act as a fitting tribute to her life and legacy, and an important step in recognizing her contributions to our nation.\"\n\nThe Beatty-Katko letter is a follow-up to the Biden-Harris Administration's response during a January 25th press conference that the White House was \"exploring ways to speed up that effort.\" However, since then, there has been no official update. A full copy of the letter can be accessed on Beatty's website.\n\nOf note, Beatty has fought throughout her time in Congress to secure a woman on our nation's currency. In June 2015, she introduced the original Woman on the Twenty Act, directing the Secretary of Treasury to create a citizens' panel to recommend a woman to be placed on a $20 bill. That same year, she spoke from the House floor in support of putting Harriet Tubman on the new $20. The following April, Beatty wrote a letter to former Secretary Lew, calling on the Department to fast track the new note and have it in circulation by 2020. Then, in 2017, Beatty wrote Mnuchin, urging him to recommit to the redesign of the twenty-dollar bill featuring Harriet Tubman. In 2019, Beatty also led a press conference, joined by a group of more than 30 Members of Congress, on the steps of the U.S. Department of Treasury to demand the change. This Congress, she took her actions a step further, authoring an updated version of the Woman on the Twenty Act to prohibit any new $20s from being printed without an image of Tubman.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:03:51Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-boldly-secures-25-million-for-columbus-crossroads", "Beatty Boldly Secures $25 Million for Columbus Crossroads", "2021-07-01", "2021", "2021-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) announced today that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is awarding the City of Columbus $25 million for Phase 4 of the Columbus Crossroads project. Prior to DOT's notice, Beatty spearheaded a letter urging the Biden-Harris Administration to greenlight the plan for an Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) grant.\n\n\"After years of work, I am happy to have helped secure $25 million for Columbus Crossroads,\" Beatty said. \"This transformational project will help further revitalize the downtown Columbus area, spur greater investment in surrounding communities, and restore connections to the Southside. Talk about a win-win for my constituents and our vibrant economy.\"\n\nThe funding agreement coincides with the U.S. House of Representatives' passage of the Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America (INVEST in America) Act, H.R. 3684. Included in the comprehensive transportation and infrastructure package is over $19 million for Central Ohio requests supported by Beatty.\n\n\"Today's exciting news could not come at a more appropriate time given passage of the INVEST in America Act,\" Beatty noted. \"Congressional Democrats and President Biden are committed to ensuring that we can all build back better, and as the Representative of Ohio's Third Congressional District I will continue to do all I can to fight for the people, projects and priorities that make us strong.\"\n\nThe $1.3 billion Columbus Crossroads project calls for: reconstructing nearly one mile of eastbound and westbound I-70 and northbound I-71 through the I-70/I-71/SR 315 West Interchange; adding an additional through lane for both eastbound and westbound traffic in the I-70/71 overlap; replacing three functionally obsolete bridges over I-70/I-71 at High Street, Third Street and Fourth Street; as well as reconnecting downtown Columbus and the neighborhoods immediately south through urban avenue improvements, bridge enhancements, and bridge caps on the High Street and Third Street bridges.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T20:03:51Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/houses-passes-beatty-backed-removehate-bill", "Houses Passes Beatty Backed #RemoveHate Bill", "2021-06-30", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Chair of the powerful Congressional Black Caucus, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (MD-05), House Majority Whip James Clyburn (SC-06), U.S. Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-13),U.S. Congresswoman Karen Bass (CA-37), and U.S. Congressman G.K. Butterfield (NC-01) applauded the passage of H.R. 3005, legislation to remove the bust of former Chief Justice Roger Brooke Taney from the U.S. Capitol building and replace it with a bust of former Associate Justice Thurgood Marshall. If enacted, the bill would also remove from public display in the Capitol complex statues or busts that are symbols of slavery and segregation, including those of individuals who served voluntarily in the Confederate States of America.\n\n\"Hate has no place in society, let alone the Halls of Congress, and I am proud that my House colleagues reaffirmed that fundamental principle today,\" Beatty said. \"Let's celebrate the best and brightest\u2014and I can't think of a better person that embodies the very best of America than Justice Thurgood Marshall. In that spirit, I call on the Senate to quickly pass our bill and relegate Chief Justice Roger Brooke Taney and people like him to the dustbin of history.\" Beatty added, \"As Chair of the powerful Congressional Black Caucus, I am honored to lead the \u2018Conscience of Congress' as we continue our work to build a brighter tomorrow for all people, and that begins by addressing our country's systemic barriers that have negatively impacted the lives and livelihoods of generations of Black Americans\u2014because we can't change the future if we can't acknowledge the past first.\"\n\n\"The House took a stand against injustice and sent a message to the American people that symbols of slavery, segregation, and sedition are not welcome in the halls of Congress,\" Hoyer noted. \"I am pleased to see our bill to remove hate pass in the House. Even though we cannot change our history, we can work to affirm the ideals that our country was built on: justice and equality for all. Symbols of slavery and segregation denigrate our Capitol and have no place here. Individuals who worked to enshrine or perpetuate the bondage of African Americans, or prevent them from achieving full and equal rights, are not worthy of being honored in our country.\"\n\n\"I hope the Senate takes up our legislation without delay to remove the bust of former Chief Justice Roger Brook Taney and replace it with someone who lived up to America's founding principles, Justice Thurgood Marshall,\" Hoyer continued. \"A strong civil rights champion, it is appropriate that we honor and learn from Justice Marshall's tremendous contributions to our country. While we work to advance polices that address longstanding inequalities and injustices, we must also make sure our Capitol reflects the best of America and pays tribute to those who fought to make our Union more perfect.\"\n\n\"I often think of the Hall of Congress as America's classroom, and, we ought to teach, and honor, in this hall that which makes our country great. We are not a racist country, however, too often, we have tolerated racism,\" Clyburn mentioned. \"What we must do now is follow George Santayana's admonition and learn the lessons of history, so we aren't doomed to repeat our past mistakes. I urge the Senate to pass this legislation to show the American people we are doing all we can to get beyond the principles of racism and inequality of our past. Congress has a responsibility to relegate these statues to the dustbin of our nation's history.\"\n\n\"Painful symbols of racism and white supremacy have no place in our society and certainly should not be enshrined in the U.S. Capitol,\" Lee exclaimed. \"It is past time for Congress to stop glorifying those who committed treason against the United States in a concerted effort to uphold slavery and systemic racism. I'm proud to join Leader Hoyer, Majority Whip Clyburn, Chairwoman Beatty, along with Reps. Bass, Butterfield and Thompson in this effort to remove Confederate statues from the U.S. Capitol and continue working to dismantle bigotry and racism.\"\n\n\"The people's house can never truly be for the people if it is lined with tributes to those who sought to continue the enslavement of Black people in this country,\" Bass remarked. \"My ancestors built this building. Imagine how they would feel knowing that more than a hundred years after slavery was abolished in this country, we still payed homage to the very people that betrayed this country in order to keep my ancestors enslaved. We must confront our past when we ask who we should honor here. Should we honor traitors or should we honor patriots? I believe we should honor service\u2014not segregation and not sedition. I'm proud to stand with my colleagues in passing this important piece of legislation.\"\n\n\"A nation cannot rewrite its history, but we can and should be intentional of who we honor and what we celebrate. The United States of America has a dark history of slavery, segregation and systemic racism, but our present should reflect our progress and not our shameful past,\" Butterfield declared. \"The dome of the U.S. Capitol is adorned with the Statue of Freedom for all to see, while the halls within still house statues honoring segregationists, proponents of slavery and white supremacists. I am proud to join Congressman Steny Hoyer, Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Majority Whip James Clyburn, CBC Chairwoman Joyce Beatty, Chairman Bennie Thompson, and all of my colleagues who voted in favor of this legislation to dismantle these symbols of racism. While our nation continues to heal the wounds of the past, we made a clear and unequivocal statement today that there is no room in the People's House for those who have perpetuated hate and division in the United States of America.\"\n\nPrior to the vote, Beatty was appointed Speaker Pro Tempore during debate of H.R. 3005, and she also released a short video urging her House colleagues to support the bill.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/chair-beatty-holds-financial-firms-feet-to-fire-on-floyd-pledges", "Chair Beatty Holds Financial Firms\u2019 Feet to Fire on Floyd Pledges", "2021-06-29", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Diversity and Inclusion, chaired by U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), conducted a hearing today entitled, \"The Legacy of George Floyd: An Examination of Financial Services Industry Commitments to Economic and Racial Justice.\" The Subcommittee's hearing focused on the extent to which banks, publicly traded companies, executives, and various stakeholders in the financial services industry have made good on their promises to Black communities and businesses, as well as steps these institutions have taken to achieve sustainable racial equity within their organizations.\n\n\"Following George Floyd's murder, Americans of all races were united and took to the streets to demand justice and an end to systemic racism that permeates many of our institutions and corporations,\" Beatty said to open the hearing. \"The voices of the many resonated in boardrooms and C-Suites as corporate leaders used the moment to empathize with the frustrations of protestors, their employees and even stakeholders. In response, leading financial institutions pledged to serve as allies and apply their power, influence, and resources to support the fight for social justice, and to invest in economic opportunities for Black communities that have been redlined and shut out.\" She continued, \"Today, I urge my colleagues to join me in calling upon corporations to live up to their commitments and implement sustainable practices that will permanently address the economic inequities that divide our nation.\"\n\nThe Subcommittee's hearing comes on the heels of analysis by Creative Investment Research that found that American companies pledged $50 billion, including $33 billion from financial firms, toward racial equity after Floyd's murder, but to date only $250 million has been spent or committed to a specific initiative.\n\n\"While pledges and platitudes that affirm values are important, we stand at a crossroads that demands tangible and transparent action,\" Beatty added. \"Transparency and accountability must be at the heart of the financial industry's promises, and I call upon them to fully embrace the spirit of my transformative piece of legislation: the Diversity and Inclusion Data and Accountability Transparency Act.\"\n\nRecent research by the Government Accountability Office on diversity performance trends in senior leadership roles, from 2007 to 2015, found that the hiring and promotion of African Americans declined and the rate for women remained unchanged. To address that poor performance, Congress authored Section 342 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203). Section 342 requires financial regulators to create diversity standards for their regulated entities, including the collection of diversity data. Yet, an overwhelming majority of entities have declined to participate in the annual diversity self-assessment requests. Similarly, many public companies generally have not shared metrics of diversity performance, leaving shareholders and the general public uninformed about the risks associated with investing in a company.\n\nBeatty's bill, also known as D&I DATA, would amend Section 342 of Dodd-Frank to mandate regulated entities disclose their diversity data, enhancing transparency, accountability, and creating a more inclusive economy for all Americans.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congresswoman-beatty-highlights-5-million-for-oh-03", "Congresswoman Beatty Highlights $5+ Million for OH-03", "2021-06-29", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced recently that the Franklin County Department of Health was awarded a $3,999,169 grant to improve COVID-19 related health outcomes among communities of color. In addition, HHS gave the Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital $1,252,161 to further the award-winning healthcare facility's research and treatment for children and families impacted by mental health conditions. In response, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) issued the following statement:\n\n\"All Americans need to understand the importance of getting vaccinated, know best practices to avoid contracting and transmitting COVID-19, and be empowered to better manage their own health. Similarly, it is crucial that Central Ohio children and their parents can access mental health services so that they can continue to live life to the fullest. As Representative of Ohio's Third Congressional District, these federal funds will help do exactly that by ensuring more of my constituents can achieve better health today, tomorrow, and for years to come.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congresswoman-beatty-to-preside-over-own-bill-to-removehate-from-capitol", "Congresswoman Beatty to Preside Over Own Bill to #RemoveHate from Capitol", "2021-06-29", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) will serve as Speaker Pro Tempore when the U.S. House of Representatives debates H.R. 3005, legislation to remove the bust of former Chief Justice Roger Brooke Taney from the U.S. Capitol building and replace it with a bust of former Associate Justice Thurgood Marshall. If enacted, the bill would also remove from public display in the Capitol complex statues or busts that are symbols of slavery and segregation, including those of individuals who served voluntarily in the Confederate States of America. Ahead of wielding the gavel, Beatty issued the following statement:\n\n\"Hate has no place in society, let alone the Halls of Congress. As Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, I am honored to lead the \u2018Conscience of Congress' as we continue our work to \u2018form a more perfect Union' for all Americans, and I can't think of a better person who dedicated his life to that principle than Justice Thurgood Marshall. I call on all my colleagues\u2014Democratic and Republican\u2014to support this measure and guarantee that the People's House reflects the very best of America.\"\n\nOf note, Roger B. Taney was the chief justice who wrote the Supreme Court's Dred Scott v. Sandford decision that denied citizenship and constitutional protections for all African Americans. Thurgood Marshall was a noted lawyer and civil rights advocate who successfully argued several cases before the Supreme Court, including Brown v. Board of Education. He would later become the first African American Supreme Court Justice in 1967.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-backed-bill-putting-more-money-in-central-ohio-families-pockets", "Beatty-Backed Bill Putting More Money in Central Ohio Families\u2019 Pockets", "2021-06-24", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) visited Brightside Academy Ohio today to ensure more families in Ohio's Third Congressional District are aware of upcoming advance monthly payments of the Child Tax Credit (CTC) (of up to $300 per child) beginning on July 15th through December. The remaining tax credit is contingent on filing a 2021 tax return. The enhanced CTC was a major component of the American Rescue Plan, P.L. 117-2, a piece of legislation Beatty helped pass in Congress.\n\n\"The expanded Child Tax Credit will help set America's children up for success and put more money in the pockets of hardworking parents to pay for childcare or put gas in the car, so that they can go to work and help fuel our economy while building better lives for their families,\" Beatty said. \"In three weeks' time, countless families will begin to receive monthly payments, but it is imperative that families file a 2021 tax return\u2014no matter their circumstances\u2014to make sure they receive the full financial support they are entitled to under the American Rescue Plan.\"\n\nAccording to data compiled by Co-Equal, a stunning 91.3 percent of children in the district will benefit economically from the enhanced CTC. Moreover, 53,000 households will see an average total benefit of $3,300.\n\nMore information on the CTC, including frequently asked questions, is below:\n\nHow much are CTC advance monthly payments?\n\nThe American Rescue Plan expanded the CTC to up to $3,600 per child under five-years-old and $3,000 for children between the ages of 6 and 17. The measure also authorized advance monthly payments of the CTC through December 2021. Families will get their remaining expanded CTC when they file their 2021 tax return.\n\nWho qualifies for CTC advance monthly payments?\n\nTaxpayers will qualify for the full credit if their income is below $75,000 for single filers, $112,000 for head of household, or $150,000 for joint filers. To be eligible, children must: have a Social Security number, reside with the individual claiming them for at least half of the year, and be under 18-years-old as of December 31, 2021. Biological children, adopted children, stepchildren, half-siblings, foster children, grandchildren, nieces or nephews, and certain other relatives are eligible. In addition, the adult filing taxes must possess a Social Security Number or an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/biden-bringing-beatty-to-white-house-for-juneteenth-signing-ceremony", "Biden Bringing Beatty to White House for Juneteenth Signing Ceremony", "2021-06-17", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Chair of the powerful Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), will join President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and other congressional leaders at the White House today for a signing ceremony of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, S. 475, a piece of legislation to establish a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.\n\n\"Black history is American history, and I am proud to stand alongside President Biden and my fellow congressional colleagues in reaffirming that sacred principle,\" Beatty said ahead of her visit to the White House. \"While we rightfully celebrate this momentous moment today, the Congressional Black Caucus recognizes that the work to build a brighter tomorrow for Black Americans is far from over.\" She continued, \"'Our Power, Our Message' remains the same: equity, equality, and justice for all people.\"\n\nEarlier in the day, Beatty was on hand to witness the bill's engrossment, flanked by CBC members and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Photos from the event can be accessed on Beatty's Flickr.\n\nJuneteenth was established on June 19, 1865, more than two years after the issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation, when Union soldiers\u2014led by General Gordon Granger\u2014arrived in Galveston, Texas with the news that the Civil War was over and all previously enslaved people were free.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/cbc-chair-beatty-joyous-juneteenth-rightfully-recognized-as-national-holiday", "CBC Chair Beatty Joyous Juneteenth Rightfully Recognized as National Holiday", "2021-06-16", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014Today, the U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, S. 475, a piece of legislation to establish a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Following the historic vote, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, issued the following statement:\n\n\"Black history is American history, and I am proud that Congress is following the lead of the Congressional Black Caucus in reaffirming that sacred principle\u2014because we can't change the future if we can't acknowledge the past. The truth is that our nation is still reeling from racial disparities, unequal treatment, and social injustices that are long-standing vestiges of slavery in America. That is why the Conscience of Congress will continue to fight and lead the congressional charge to break down barriers, ensure justice for all, and address systemic discrimination faced by Black Americans. This is Our Power, Our Message.\"\n\nOn June 19, 1865, more than two years after the issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation, Union soldiers\u2014led by General Gordon Granger\u2014arrived in Galveston, Texas with the news that the Civil War was over and all previously enslaved people were free. This occasion is now observed as \"Juneteenth\"\n\nPrior to the historic vote, Beatty called on her colleagues to support the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. An archived recording of Beatty's full speech can be viewed on YouTube.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/critical-tax-credit-covering-cost-of-paid-leave-for-small-businesses-extended", "Critical Tax Credit Covering Cost of Paid Leave for Small Businesses Extended", "2021-06-16", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) is highlighting the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) recent announcement that the Paid Leave Tax Credit to help local small businesses cover the costs of providing paid sick and family leave for workers is extended through September. The extension was made possible by the American Rescue Plan, P.L. 117-2, a comprehensive COVID-19 relief bill Beatty helped pass in Congress.\n\n\"Small businesses in Ohio's Third Congressional District and beyond were hit especially hard by the COVID-19 Pandemic, forcing many employees to take time off of work because of health-related issues,\" Beatty noted. \"The Paid Leave Tax Credit will help our community crush the virus and also grow our economy by keeping paychecks in pockets, businesses open, and workers safe.\"\n\nAs a result of the American Rescue Plan, employers with fewer than 500 employees can receive up to $17,110 per employee to provide up to 10 days of paid sick leave and up to 12 weeks of paid family leave (from April 1 through September 30, 2021). Moreover, certain self-employed individuals are entitled to similar credits, as are schools, public hospitals, and other state and local government employers.\n\nRoughly six million businesses and over 30 million workers are eligible for the Paid Leave Tax Credit. In addition to using leave to care for family members or themselves, workers can utilize the tax credit to get their COVID vaccinations and to recover from any temporary side effects. Research has shown that states where employees gained access to paid sick leave through this tax credit experienced a slow-down in the spread of COVID.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressional-coalition-introduces-bipartisan-bill-to-improve-housing-services-for-survivors-of-human-trafficking", "Congressional Coalition Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Improve Housing Services for Survivors of Human Trafficking", "2021-06-15", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014 Today, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), joined by U.S. Senators Sherrod Brown (OH), Roy Blunt (MO), and Dick Durbin (IL), as well as U.S. Congresswoman Ann Wagner (MO-02), introduced the Trafficking Survivors Housing Act of 2021.\n\n\"Every year, the State Department estimates that nearly 25 million people are victims of human trafficking, the vast majority of whom are women and girls,\" Beatty said. \"This harmful practice must be stopped, so I am joining forces with Senator Brown, Congresswoman Wagner, and fellow congressional colleagues to stand up for victims. I call on all Senators and Members of Congress to do the same: support the Trafficking Survivors Housing Act because one victim is one too many.\"\n\n\"To fight back against human trafficking, we have to address the affordable housing crisis,\" Brown added. \"This bill will focus on improving housing and homeless services for trafficking survivors to help them rebuild their lives \u2013 as well as confront the housing issues that make people vulnerable to this heinous crime in the first place. We must do more to ensure survivors \u2013 young people in foster care, families of child victims, and individuals at risk of trafficking \u2013 have access to safe housing that meets their needs. I look forward to working with Senators Blunt and Durbin and Representatives Joyce Beatty and Ann Wagner to pass this bipartisan bill.\"\n\n\"We can help survivors of human trafficking rebuild their lives by making sure they have access to safe, affordable housing,\" Blunt said. \"This bill will help us find solutions on how we can improve housing services and reduce homelessness, which will help protect survivors and address a root cause of this inexcusable crime. All of our colleagues should support this bipartisan, bicameral bill that will help ensure trafficking survivors have access to affordable housing and the safe, stable foundation it provides.\"\n\n\"In addressing the human trafficking crisis, we must ensure that survivors have adequate support to rebuild their lives. A safe, stable home is fundamental to recovery,\" Durbin noted. \"I'm committed to supporting the survivors of this global scourge, and with this, we can collect the necessary data to create a survivor-centered approach that will offer the necessary resources, including housing, to help people move forward and prevent vulnerable populations from falling victim to trafficking.\"\n\n\"Victims of human trafficking often have unstable housing situations and can be at risk of homelessness. This legislation will support survivors at an incredibly vulnerable time in their lives and help ensure they have appropriate and safe housing during their recovery. We have a responsibility to help those in need, especially trafficking survivors who are looking to rebuild their lives and find justice,\" Wagner explained.\n\n\"We're glad to see Senator Sherrod Brown and Representative Joyce Beatty leading on this issue once again, especially since Ohio ranks among the 10 worst states for human trafficking. This bill focuses on a critical vulnerability. The lack of a safe, affordable place to live is a big reason why so many young people and immigrants fall victim to sex and labor traffickers and have great difficulty escaping from it. Housing, with supportive services, is key for getting survivors to safety and protecting potential victims from these heinous crimes. It is past time for the federal government to develop a multi-agency coordinated approach to addressing this exploitation,\" Bill Faith, Executive Director, Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio (COHHIO), said.\n\n\"The vulnerability caused by homelessness, or the risk of it, is too often a factor in human trafficking. Stable housing is needed to protect people from trafficking, and to help them recover from it. This important bill would examine what different federal agencies can and should do to eliminate the link between homelessness and trafficking,\" Nan Roman, President and CEO, National Alliance to End Homelessness, mentioned.\n\n\"Shared Hope International supports the Trafficking Survivors Housing Act and thanks Senator Brown, Senator Blunt and Senator Durbin, along with Congresswoman Beatty and Congresswoman Wagner, for introducing this critical legislation. Access to safe and supportive housing for trafficking survivors is essential to breaking the cycle of vulnerability and exploitation that survivors so often experience. And yet, service providers and survivors themselves report that the lack of safe and stable housing for those who have experienced trafficking is becoming a crisis in many areas of the country. Additionally, housing can be a lifeline to vulnerable individuals who are at risk of trafficking, potentially preventing victimization from occurring. By directing a study of housing availability, accessibility and appropriateness, this bill will help identify the barriers that must be addressed to meet the housing needs of trafficking survivors and those at risk of trafficking,\" Linda Smith (U.S. Congress 1994-98), President and Founder, Shared Hope International, shared.\n\nCurrently, there is a severe shortage of affordable housing nationally and, due to funding limitations, federal rental assistance reaches just 25 percent of eligible households. In fact, the U.S. Federal Strategic Action Plan on Services for Victims of Human Trafficking reported that \"sustainable housing is a significant issue in achieving long-term recovery and self-sufficiency for human trafficking survivors.\"\n\nIf enacted, the Trafficking Survivors Housing Act would require the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) to commission a study and report in partnership with federal agencies, survivors, and the organizations that serve them on the availability and accessibility of homelessness and housing services for survivors of trafficking. The study would specifically:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-passes-beatty-bipartisan-bill-honoring-harlem-hellfighters", "House Passes Beatty Bipartisan Bill Honoring Harlem Hellfighters", "2021-06-15", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014The U.S. House of Representatives today passed the Harlem Hellfighters Congressional Gold Medal Act,H.R. 3642, legislation introduced by Chair of the powerful Congressional Black Caucus U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), U.S. Congressman Tom Suozzi (NY-03), and U.S. Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the 369th Infantry Regiment, commonly known as the \u2018Harlem Hellfighters.' The bill received the overwhelming bipartisan support of over 300 cosponsors.\n\n\"The Harlem Hellfighters risked life and limb in defense of an America that discriminated against them,\" Beatty said. \"Yet, the Hellfighters helped liberate Western Europe and secure victory for the Allied Forces.\" She added, \"More than 100 years after these brave men fought so valiantly, I am proud that my congressional colleagues have taken the long-overdue, critically important first step to honor the Harlem Hellfighters for their exemplary service on behalf of a very grateful nation.\"\n\nDuring World War I (WWI), the Harlem Hellfighters were not permitted to fight alongside their fellow White soldiers in the United States Army. Instead, they were assigned to the French Army who issued their weapons and helmets. Despite racism and outright oppression, the Harlem Hellfighters defended U.S. interests and our country, going on to become the most active WWI regiment.\n\nPrior to the historic vote, Beatty addressed the nation from the House Floor to urge her colleagues to support H.R. 3642. Also, of note, Beatty is the author of Black History is American History Act, H.R. 1394, a bill that would mandate the inclusion of Black history as a required component of the American History and Civics Academies' competitive grants administered by the U.S. Department of Education, incentivizing schools and educators to teach Black history like that of the Harlem Hellfighters in classrooms across the country.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-highlights-2-million-central-ohio-head-start-grant", "Beatty Highlights $2+ Million Central Ohio Head Start Grant", "2021-06-10", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) announced today that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded a $2,737,592 grant to the Child Development Council of Franklin County to fund Head Start and Early Head Start programs in Ohio's Third Congressional District. Funding was made available through the American Rescue Plan, P.L. 117-2, a piece of legislation Beatty helped pass in Congress.\n\n\"I am working hard to ensure that every child can obtain a high-quality education now and after the pandemic,\" Beatty said. \"As a strong supporter of comprehensive early childhood education, I promise to continue to advocate for Head Start so that even more Central Ohio students have the opportunity to succeed in and outside the classroom.\"\n\nHead Start and Early Head Start programs promote school readiness of children ages birth to five from low-income families by supporting the development of the whole child.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/19-million-in-beatty-backed-district-projects-move-forward", "$19+ Million in Beatty Backed District Projects Move Forward", "2021-06-09", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014The House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure released the list of approved Member Designated Projects this week. Included among the over 1,000 local projects advanced by the Committee, were all of U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty's (OH-03) requests for Ohio Third Congressional District-based proposals.\n\n\"I am committed to delivering real results, and these worthwhile Central Ohio transportation projects will do exactly that,\" Beatty said. \"As Congress continues to craft legislation to help hardworking Americans, small businesses, and our economy build back better, I will strongly advocate for my constituents, our community, and the priorities and projects that make us strong.\"\n\nPlease note: a final transportation surface bill is still being drafted and must be passed by the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-announces-another-33-million-in-covid-19-funding-for-columbus", "Beatty Announces Another $3.3+ Million in COVID-19 Funding for Columbus", "2021-06-03", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) this week announced that the City of Columbus will receive a $3,396,978 grant to address racial health disparities related to COVID-19 as well as to improve outreach in communities hardest hit by the pandemic. Funding was made available through the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2020, P.L. 116-260, a piece of legislation supported by U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03).\n\n\"Right now, the sad reality is that Black Americans are being hospitalized at nearly three times the rate from COVID-19 as compared to their white counterparts, not to mention that they are almost twice as likely to die. The statistics are just as bad for the Latinx community and Asian Americans,\" Beatty said. \"I have heard from countless constituents about the all-too common heartache, life-changing impact, and systemic barriers facing their families because of the ongoing public health crisis. As Representative of Ohio's Third Congressional District and Chair of the powerful Congressional Black Caucus, I refuse to stand idly by as more of our family members, friends, and neighbors die.\" She continued, \"That is why I was insistent on securing billions of dollars to provide much-needed support and dedicated resources to the people and communities that need it the most, and I promise to keep working with my congressional colleagues to improve the lives, livelihoods, and future of all Americans.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-bills-boost-efforts-around-stroke-awareness-research-and-prevention", "Beatty Bills Boost Efforts Around Stroke Awareness, Research, and Prevention", "2021-06-02", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014To close out National Stroke Awareness Month, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03)\u2014a stroke survivor\u2014reintroduced two pieces of legislation aimed at increasing stroke awareness: (1) H. Res. 446, which would recognize May as Stroke Awareness Month; and (2) the Return to Work Awareness Act, a bill to improve the resources and accommodations available to help stroke survivors and individuals affected by other serious health occurrences get back in the workforce.\n\n\"As a stroke survivor who was told that they may never walk again, I know firsthand the magnitude this disease has physically, psychologically, and emotionally on individuals and families,\" Beatty said. \"Stroke impacts hundreds of thousands of American families each year, so not only do we need to increase awareness, but we must also ensure that strokes and risk-factors are appropriately researched and funded.\" She added, \"The time is now because stroke can strike anyone at any time.\"\n\nCurrently, stroke affects 800,000 Americans and is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. In an effort to reduce these sobering statistics, Beatty has consistently led a letter to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education requesting billions in federal funds each year for the National Institute of Neurological Disorders (NINDS). Housed in the National Institutes of Health, NINDS supports groundbreaking research to improve the understanding of the nervous system and harness that knowledge to reduce the effects of neurological disorders, such as stroke.\n\nOf note, during the 115th Congress, Beatty was the lead Democratic sponsor of the Furthering Access to Stroke Telemedicine (FAST) Act. The bill was later signed into law as part of a broader spending package and helps stroke victims gain access to fast, high quality stroke care.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-brown-and-wyden-request-investigation-into-events-leading-up-to-the-death-of-ma-khia-bryant", "Beatty, Brown, and Wyden Request Investigation Into Events Leading Up to the Death of Ma\u2019Khia Bryant", "2021-06-01", "2021", "2021-06", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014 U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (OH), and U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (OR) are requesting an investigation into the events prior to the tragic death of 16-year-old Ma'Khia Bryant on behalf of her parents Paula Bryant and Myron Hammonds.\n\nBefore she was tragically shot to death by a police officer responding to a domestic dispute call, Bryant spent two years moving between at least five different foster care homes. State-level data show that Ohio children are placed in the foster care system at a rate 10 percent higher than the national average. Despite research indicating that kinship care is beneficial to children's health, well-being, and cultural identity, the State of Ohio provides far less financial support to a child who is placed with a kinship caregiver than it gives to a child placed in a licensed foster care setting.\n\n\"The federal government has an obligation to protect the civil rights of all individuals, especially those children, young people, and parents involved in federally-funded child welfare systems,\" wrote the lawmakers. \"When a child dies in foster care, the system has failed.\" They continued, \"It failed Ma'Khia Bryant, who lived in her foster family home for about two months before a police officer shot and killed her in front of that home on April 20, 2021.\"\n\nA copy of the letter is available on Beatty's website.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:57:00Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congresswoman-beatty-celebrates-2021-congressional-art-competition-winners", "Congresswoman Beatty Celebrates 2021 Congressional Art Competition Winners", "2021-05-27", "2021", "2021-05", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014Earlier this month, at a virtual community event hosted by U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), the winner representing Ohio's Third Congressional District for the 2021 Congressional Art Competition was revealed before friends and family on Zoom.\n\n\"I am excited to announce the 2021 Congressional Art Competition grand prize winner from Ohio's Third Congressional District, and I look forward to seeing the winning piece hang among all the art from every state in the United States Capitol,\" Beatty said. \"I also want to congratulate the Competition's second, third, Links, and Viewers' Choice winners, as well as the many talented Central Ohio high school students who submitted artwork this year.\" She added, \"Finally, I want to recognize the dedicated teachers, parents, and judges who make the Congressional Art Competition an unbelievable success year in and year out.\"\n\nThe 2021 Congressional Art Competition winners from Ohio's Third Congressional District are:\n\n1st Place: Nysahna Keppler, Columbus Alternative High School, \"Flower Girl\"\n\n2nd Place: Natalia Sandoval Castro, Franklin Heights High School, \"Bright Eyes\"\n\n3rd Place: Claudio Estrada Martinez, Franklin Heights High School, \"Fall into Yourself\"\n\nViewers' Choice Award (based on Facebook likes): Katie Kersell, Grove City High School, \"Free as a Bird\"\n\nThe Links, Inc., Columbus Chapter Winner: Shelley Taylor, Franklin Heights High School, \"Just Out of Reach\"\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:49:40Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-announces-more-federal-funds-from-american-rescue-plan-for-ohio-s-third-congressional-district", "Beatty Announces More Federal Funds from American Rescue Plan for Ohio\u2019s Third Congressional District", "2021-05-26", "2021", "2021-05", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014The White House recently unveiled guidance on the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, established by Congressional Democrats' American Rescue Plan, P.L. 117-02, which allocates $350 billion in emergency funding for state, local, territorial and tribal governments to manage the financial fallout caused by COVID-19. Included in the American Rescue Plan is over $442 million in federal relief for Ohio's Third Congressional District.\n\n\"Congressional Democrats and the Biden-Harris Administration are committed to protecting the lives and livelihoods of American workers, families, and small businesses,\" U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) said. \"That is why we worked hard to secure desperately-needed assistance for state, county, and local governments\u2014in addition to direct relief for all of our constituents.\" She added, \"These funds will save jobs, prevent layoffs, and keep services operational in Ohio's Third Congressional District and across the country, not to mention help our economy recover from crisis and build back better.\"\n\nSpecifically, the American Rescue Plan provides:\n\n$255,764,417 to Franklin County\n\n$187,030,138 to the City of Columbus\n\nTo date, more than $674 million in direct COVID-19 relief has been awarded to government entities in Ohio's Third Congressional District.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:49:40Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congresswoman-beatty-heralds-huge-188-million-for-central-ohio-colleges-universities-and-students", "Congresswoman Beatty Heralds Huge $188 Million+ for Central Ohio Colleges, Universities, and Students", "2021-05-13", "2021", "2021-05", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014Today, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) announced $188,346,384 in emergency funding for colleges, universities, and students in Ohio's Third Congressional District. Funding was made available through the American Rescue Plan (P.L. 117-02), a comprehensive COVID-19 relief package strongly supported by Beatty, and will be used to help local institutions of higher education weather the financial fallout from the COVID-19 Pandemic. In addition, at least half of all funds will be distributed in the form of emergency cash assistance grants to students who are experiencing food insecurity, homelessness, and other financial difficulties.\n\n\"As the Representative of Ohio's Third Congressional District, and a former college administrator, I know firsthand the tremendous impact Central Ohio colleges and universities have on our community,\" Beatty said. \"That is why I was insistent that the American Rescue Plan include a historic investment to secure the future for these valued institutions of higher education and, at the same time, provide struggling students with immediate relief so that they can complete their education ultimately.\" She added, \"I am proud that Congressional Democrats were able to deliver this critical support, and I applaud the Biden-Harris Administration for its relentless focus on crushing COVID-19 and to Build Back Better.\"\n\nColleges and universities receiving American Rescue Plan funds in Ohio's Third Congressional District include:\n\nThe Ohio State University: $115,371,387\n\nColumbus State Community College: $50,740,267\n\nCapital University: $6,569,930\n\nFranklin University: $5,163,675\n\nOhio Dominican University: $3,482,029\n\nColumbus College of Art and Design: $3,166,112\n\nMount Carmel College of Nursing: $1,891,797\n\nValor Christian College: $876,597\n\nAdult and Community Education at Hudson: $679,409\n\nEastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools: $405,181\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:49:40Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-encourages-eligible-central-ohio-families-to-claim-expanded-child-tax-credit", "Beatty Encourages Eligible Central Ohio Families to Claim Expanded Child Tax Credit", "2021-05-12", "2021", "2021-05", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) is urging families in Ohio's Third Congressional District to file their taxes before the upcoming May 17th deadline to ensure they get the accurate amount in new advance monthly Child Tax Credit (CTC) payments. As a result of the American Rescue Plan (P.L. 117-2), a comprehensive COVID-19 relief package strongly supported by Beatty, Central Ohio families could get monthly payments of up to $300 per child beginning as soon as July. However, eligible families must file a 2020 tax return\u2014even if they do not have earnings to report or do not normally file.\n\n\"The expanded Child Tax Credit will help set America's children up for success and put more money in the pockets of hardworking parents sooner to pay for childcare or put gas in the car, so that they can go to work and help fuel our economy while building better lives for their families,\" Beatty said. \"It is imperative that eligible taxpayers file a 2020 tax return before May 17th\u2014no matter their circumstances\u2014to make sure they receive the financial support they are entitled to under the American Rescue Plan.\"\n\nAccording to data compiled by Co-Equal, a stunning 91.3 percent of children in the district will benefit economically from the expanded and improved CTC. Moreover, 53,000 households could see an average total benefit of $3,300.\n\nIn Ohio's Third Congressional District, eligible taxpayers and families can prepare and file their taxes for free at IRS-operated Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites. To find the nearest location, visit https://irs.treasury.gov/freetaxprep/.\n\nMore information on the CTC, including frequently asked questions, is below:\n\nHow much are CTC advance monthly payments?\n\nThe American Rescue Plan expanded the CTC to up to $3,600 per child under five-years-old and $3,000 for children between the ages of 6 and 17. The measure also authorized advance monthly payments of the CTC through December 2021. Families will get their remaining expanded CTC when they file their 2021 tax return.\n\nWho qualifies for CTC advance monthly payments?\n\nTaxpayers will qualify for the full credit if their income is below $75,000 for single filers, $112,000 for head of household, or $150,000 for joint filers. To be eligible, children must: have a Social Security number, reside with the individual claiming them for at least half of the year, and be under 18-years-old as of December 31, 2021. Biological children, adopted children, stepchildren, half-siblings, foster children, grandchildren, nieces or nephews, and certain other relatives are eligible. In addition, the adult filing taxes must possess a Social Security Number or an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:49:40Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-leads-national-get-out-the-vaccine-initiative", "Beatty Leads National \u201cGet Out the Vaccine\u201d Initiative", "2021-05-03", "2021", "2021-05", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Chair of the powerful Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), is spearheading the nationwide effort to ensure that more Americans receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Billed as \"Get Out the Vaccine,\" or GOTV, and running from May 1, 2021 through May 8, 2021, the weeklong, public awareness, education, and outreach program is occurring in congressional districts across the country.\n\n\"I am determined to save more of my constituents' lives,\" Beatty said during the official GOTV kickoff press conference in front of the Columbus Urban League. \"Whether you walk-up or drive-up, we want to make sure you vax-up\" She concluded, \"We must come together as Black, Brown, and White Americans to do our part and get the shot.\"\n\nIn addition to the Columbus Urban League drive-up vax-up, New Salem Baptist Church served as a pop-up vaccination site. Both facilities were open for appointments and walk-ups Saturday, May 1st, and Sunday, May 2nd.\n\nContinuing her push to get out the vaccine, Beatty held her GOTV Telephone Town Hall on Monday, May 3, 2021. Broadcast live from the Celeste Center, the City of Columbus' mobile vaccine facility, constituents of Ohio's Third Congressional District were invited to participate, and the special event was streamed on Beatty's Facebook page. During the telephone town hall, Beatty and a panel of leading Central Ohio medical experts fielded questions on vaccine availability, safety, and efficacy, as well as additional resources and support services for workers, families, and small businesses, and whole host of related topics. Panelists included: Dr. Joshua Joseph, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, The Ohio State University; Dr. Reversa Joseph, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology, The Ohio State University; and Dr. Mysheika Roberts, Health Commissioner, Columbus Public Health.\n\n\"Today is all about education and awareness and making a difference in our community,\" Beatty noted at the beginning of the telephone town hall. \"Black Americans have disproportionately been impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic, and it is now more important than ever to continue to get out the vaccine.\" She added, \"That is why I am proud to be joined by some of the best, brightest, and most brilliant medical minds to answer questions and make sure we are all equipped with the information to put our health and safety first.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:49:40Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/ohio-democrats-demand-department-of-justice-reopen-civil-rights-investigation-into-shooting-death-of-tamir-rice", "Ohio Democrats Demand Department of Justice Reopen Civil Rights Investigation Into Shooting Death of Tamir Rice", "2021-04-23", "2021", "2021-04", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), alongside U.S. Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), U.S. Congressman Tim Ryan (OH-13), and U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (OH), penned a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland today urging the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to immediately reopen its civil rights investigation into Tamir Rice's death.\n\nOn November 22, 2014, Rice was playing in a park in Cleveland, Ohio, when someone called the police on him, an experience all too familiar for Black Americans. Officers arrived on the scene to find Rice playing with a toy gun by himself in the middle of a park. Within moments, an officer fired upon Rice, striking and killing the 12-year-old boy. Standing by himself in the middle of a park, Rice did not pose an imminent threat of bodily harm.\n\n\"Tamir Rice should be alive today,\" the lawmakers wrote in their letter. \"The DOJ's investigation into the officer that killed Tamir was not completed by the end of President Obama's term, and the Trump Administration abruptly closed the investigation in 2020, providing very little insight or information about the process. Justice delayed is justice denied, and accountability for Tamir Rice's death has been delayed for more than six years.\"\n\nThe lawmakers' full letter to DOJ can be viewed on Beatty's website.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:42:19Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-passes-beatty-s-bipartisan-affordable-housing-bill", "House Passes Beatty\u2019s Bipartisan Affordable Housing Bill", "2021-04-21", "2021", "2021-04", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014The U.S. House of Representatives yesterday passed U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty's (OH-03) signature, bipartisan, affordable housing bill, the Housing Financial Literacy Act, H.R. 1395. If enacted, the piece of legislation would give first-time homebuyers who complete a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)-certified counseling course a discount on their Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage insurance premium of 25 basis points (or 0.25 percent). This translates into a cost savings for first-time homebuyers of $250 for every $100,000 financed through a FHA mortgage loan. Following the vote, Beatty said:\n\n\"Whether you are managing your credit, creating a budget, saving for retirement, or purchasing a home, understanding the basic principles of planning, saving, and investing for the future are vitally important. Studies show that pre-purchase housing counseling empowers first-time homebuyers to make more informed financial decisions that ultimately benefit their family's financial future, the neighborhood, and entire economy. I call on Democratic and Republican Senators to back this common-sense, bipartisan bill to help more of our constituents realize the dream of homeownership in a financially responsible way.\"\n\nThe Housing Financial Literacy Act is awaiting further consideration by the U.S. Senate.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:42:19Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-statement-on-derek-chauvin-murder-conviction", "Beatty Statement on Derek Chauvin Murder Conviction", "2021-04-20", "2021", "2021-04", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Chair of the powerful Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), issued the following statement after former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin was convicted for the murder of George Floyd:\n\n\"Justice has prevailed, but that's not always the case. So, while I am relieved that Derek Chauvin has been found guilty of murdering George Floyd, I will continue to say the names and fight for all those who have died or been injured senselessly by law enforcement. Breonna Taylor, Daunte Wright, Adam Toledo, Andre Hill, Casey Goodson, Jr., Tamir Rice, and George Floyd should be alive, and no verdict will bring them back or undo the unimaginable heartache and loss their family, friends, and our communities have had to endure. However, I am hopeful that today will be the catalyst to turn agony into action because the American people are demanding transparency, accountability, and equal justice. Congress should listen too, and pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:42:19Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-on-columbus-police-shooting-of-ma-khia-bryant", "Statement on Columbus Police Shooting of Ma'khia Bryant", "2021-04-20", "2021", "2021-04", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) issued the following statement after reports of the death of Ma'khia Bryant from a Columbus Police officer:\n\n'I am at a total loss of words over the tragic killing of 16-year-old Ma'khia Bryant by the Columbus Police. My prayers are with her family and friends. Our community is hurting, has experienced too much heartbreak, and deserves better.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:42:19Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/paycheck-fairness-act-passes-house", "Paycheck Fairness Act Passes House", "2021-04-15", "2021", "2021-04", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2014The U.S. House of Representatives today passed the Paycheck Fairness Act, H.R. 7. If enacted, the Paycheck Fairness Act would strengthen the Equal Pay Act of 1963 and guarantee that women can challenge pay discrimination and hold employers accountable. Immediately following the vote, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) said:\n\n\"As an original cosponsor of the Paycheck Fairness Act, I am proud to join with my Democratic colleagues who agree that it is long past time to close the ever-persistent pay gap between men and women. It is truly beyond comprehension that a woman still earns only 82 cents for every dollar a man makes for the same work. This historic bill will rectify this societal wrong, guaranteeing equal pay for equal work and ensuring expanded economic opportunity for hardworking American women and men.\"\n\nThe Paycheck Fairness Act awaits further consideration in the U.S. Senate. Also, of note, if the current trend continues, it will take more than 100 years to close the gender pay gap.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:42:19Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-bill-builds-back-better-by-investing-in-affordable-housing", "Beatty Bill Builds Back Better by Investing in Affordable Housing", "2021-04-14", "2021", "2021-04", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014The House Financial Services Committee held a hearing today, entitled \"Build Back Better: Investing in Equitable and Affordable Housing Infrastructure,\" to discuss the importance of federal funding for affordable housing in the American Jobs Plan, a once-in-a-century infrastructure and transportation investment package. During the hearing, Beatty's Generating Resources and Opportunities Within (GROW) Affordable Housing Act was among several legislative proposals examined by Committee members.\n\n\"Affordable housing is a critical issue for hardworking families in every congressional district across the country,\" Beatty said. \"I have heard from my constituents every day\u2014before and during the pandemic\u2014about their concerns with the rising price of rent and costs of owning a home, not to mention the lack of affordable housing units.\" She continued, \"That is why I am focused on making federal funding for affordable housing a congressional priority and will continue working to provide greater opportunities for all Central Ohioans to build back better and live their American Dream.\"\n\nIf enacted, the GROW Affordable Housing Act would multiply existing funding for the National Housing Trust Fund (HTF) and Capital Magnet Fund (CMF) by fivefold. Created in 2008, HTF is the first new federal housing resource since 1974. HTF funds are used to help build, preserve, rehabilitate, and operate housing affordable to low-income individuals. By law, at least 75 percent of HTF dollars used to support rental housing must serve extremely low income (ELI) households earning no more than 30 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI) or the federal poverty limit. The CMF supports financing for the preservation, rehabilitation, development, or purchase of affordable housing for low-income communities, as well as related economic development and community service facilities such as day care centers, workforce development centers, and healthcare clinics.\n\nOf note, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac last year allocated nearly $1 billion to HTF and CMF. Under the GROW Affordable Housing Act, it is estimated that federal funding would have been $5 billion.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:42:19Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-outlines-ohio-s-outstanding-infrastructure-needs", "Beatty Outlines Ohio\u2019s Outstanding Infrastructure Needs", "2021-04-14", "2021", "2021-04", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) is highlighting a new fact sheet from the White House that illustrates the immediate infrastructure needs across the State of Ohio. The document details the number of bridges and miles of road rated in \u2018poor condition,' the tens of billions of dollars required for affordable housing, public transportation and water infrastructure, as well as the percentage of households without access to broadband, and more. These eye-opening statistics underscore the importance of the American Jobs Plan, a once-in-a-century investment package that will create millions of good paying jobs, guarantee America can out-compete every other country in the world, and lay the foundation for broad, bold economic growth for decades to come.\n\n\"To unlock Ohio's full potential, we must build up the systems and structures that support our economy,\" Beatty said. \"The American Jobs Plan provides the roadmap, making historic investments in our roads and bridges, affordable housing, childcare, manufacturing sector, veterans' healthcare, and public transportation network.\" She added, \"Now is the time to act boldly\u2014we can't go backward\u2014so I look forward to working with my congressional colleagues to pass the American Jobs Plan and make a down payment on an even brighter future.\"\n\nAccording to the Biden-Harris Administration's fact sheet, the State of Ohio received a C- grade on American Society of Civil Engineers' Infrastructure Report Card, facing many deficiencies that require immediate attention. In addition, the report found that:\n\n4,925 miles of road and 1,377 bridges are in need of repair.\n\n681,000 Ohioans are paying over 30 percent of their income in rent.\n\n39 percent of Ohio families have few or no childcare options in their communities, preventing parents from joining the workforce.\n\nAn average low-income family in Ohio currently pays nearly 10 percent of their income toward energy bills because their home has not been sufficiently weatherized.\n\n6.2 percent of Ohio households are without access to broadband.\n\nOhio needs $13.4 billion in modernization costs to ensure safe drinking water.\n\nThe full fact sheet can be accessed on Beatty's website.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:42:19Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-bill-backing-brings-86-million-to-john-glenn-columbus-international-airport", "Beatty Bill Backing Brings $8.6+ Million to John Glenn Columbus International Airport", "2021-04-12", "2021", "2021-04", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) recently announced that the John Glenn Columbus International Airport will receive $8,619,383 for the prevention of, preparation, and response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic. Funding was made available through the Coronavirus Relief and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2020, P.L. 116-260, a piece of legislation supported by U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03).\n\n\"Many of my constituents rely on the John Glenn Columbus International Airport not just for travel but also work,\" Beatty said. \"Ensuring the airport remains fully operational during and after COVID-19 is vitally important.\" She continued, \"That is why I worked hard to make sure that every relief package signed into law includes dedicated resources for our nation's airports because we can't get our economy flying again if planes remain grounded.\"\n\n\"We appreciate Congresswoman Beatty's continued support of our airports during this crisis,\" Joseph R. Nardone, President & CEO for the Columbus Regional Airport Authority, said. \"With revenues and air traffic down to record lows over the past year, this emergency assistance enables our essential public service to remain operational and safe, with new enhancements to protect our travelers and our employees.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:42:19Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/more-stimulus-checks-hitting-more-central-ohio-bank-accounts", "More Stimulus Checks Hitting More Central Ohio Bank Accounts", "2021-04-09", "2021", "2021-04", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014With more than 150 million Americans having already received their stimulus payment, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) announced that, beginning this week, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is sending Economic Impact Payments (EIP) of up to $1,400 from the American Rescue Plan, P.L. 117-2, to tens of millions of Social Security recipients and other eligible individuals who have not yet received theirs.\n\n\"Help is here, and I want to make sure all Central Ohio seniors get the money that they so desperately need and deserve,\" Beatty said. \"I was proud to help pass the American Rescue Plan and am doing everything in my power to keep my constituents informed on all the support and resources available to them through this landmark, life-changing piece of legislation.\"\n\nOf note, this latest round of electronic payments applies specifically to those who receive Social Security, survivor or disability (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) benefits and who did not file a 2019 or 2020 tax return or did not use the Non-Filers tool. Most payments will be automatically deposited into banks accounts or loaded onto an individual's Direct Express Card they use to receive Social Security benefits. Those waiting on paper checks or debit cards through the mail should expect to receive their payments in the coming days.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:42:19Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-s-support-secures-19-million-for-central-ohio-community-health-centers-combating-coronavirus", "Beatty\u2019s Support Secures $19+ Million for Central Ohio Community Health Centers Combating Coronavirus", "2021-03-31", "2021", "2021-03", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced this week that several local community health centers will receive $19,095,000 to address the COVID-19 Pandemic. Funding was made available through the American Rescue Plan,P.L. 117-2, a piece of legislation backed by U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03).\n\n\"Community health centers are on the front line of the battle against the coronavirus, providing high-quality healthcare to our most vulnerable Central Ohioans,\" Beatty said. \"During this public health crisis, it is essential that community health centers have the necessary resources and support to continue their life-saving work and help keep all of us safe.\" She added, \"As the Representative of Ohio's Third Congressional District, I remain a strong advocate for our dedicated community health professionals and am in constant awe of their unyielding commitment to the people they serve.\"\n\nFunding breakdown:\n\n$11,098,000 to the Columbus Neighborhood Health Center, Inc.\n\n$3,275,375 to the Lower Lights Christian Health Center, Inc.\n\n$2,178,000 to the Heart of Ohio Family Health Centers\n\n$1,666,875 to the Southeast Community Mental Health Center\n\n$876,750 to the Ohio State University\n\nTo date, community health centers in Ohio's Third Congressional District have received $22,243,830 in federal COVID-19 funding.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:33:37Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/working-with-the-white-house-to-expand-covid-19-vaccine-access", "Working with the White House to Expand COVID-19 Vaccine Access", "2021-03-31", "2021", "2021-03", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014President Joe Biden recently announced a series of executive actions to ensure more people, including Black Americans, get the COVID-19 vaccine. With funding made available through the American Rescue Plan, P.L., 117-2, a law strongly supported by U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), the White House will invest $10 billion to improve access to vaccines and better serve communities of color, rural areas, low-income populations, and other at-risk Americans.\n\nIncluded in Biden's initiative is a proposal spearheaded by Beatty to launch a new program to vaccinate dialysis patients and healthcare professionals working in outpatient dialysis clinics. Through this partnership, the Biden-Harris Administration will provide vaccines directly to dialysis treatment centers so patients who typically go three times a week for treatment are able to get vaccinated at their place of care.\n\nPrior to the White House's announcement, Beatty joined forces with U.S. Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02) and U.S. Congressman Tony Cardenas (CA-29) to send a letter to COVID-19 Coordinator Jeff Zients urging the Administration to prioritize vaccine availability for \"communities that are historically underserved, especially those experiencing kidney failure, who are uniquely vulnerable and disproportionately comprised of minority populations.\" As the congressional trio also noted, \"We know that vaccine hesitancy is prevalent in minority communities, and the relationship dialysis patients have built with their nurses and clinicians within the clinic reduces hesitancy.\"\n\nIn the United States, kidney disease disproportionately affects racial and ethnic minorities, as 34 percent of patients on dialysis are Black and 19 percent are Hispanic. Further, individuals on dialysis who contract COVID-19 often have severe health outcomes and have a 50 percent hospitalization rate and a mortality rate between 20-30 percent from the virus.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:33:37Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressional-duo-demands-diversity-data-disclosure", "Congressional Duo Demands Diversity Data Disclosure", "2021-03-25", "2021", "2021-03", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Chair of the House Financial Services Committee on Diversity and Inclusion, and U.S. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) joined forces this week to introduce the Diversity and Inclusion Data Accountability and Transparency Act (D&I DATA), H.R. 2123. If enacted into law, D&I DATA would amend Section 342 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (Dodd-Frank), P.L. 111-203, to require regulated financial firms with more than 100 employees to disclose diversity data, enhancing transparency, accountability, and creating a more inclusive economy for all Americans.\n\n\"For more than two decades, my House Financial Services colleagues have made persistent calls for leaders in the financial services sector to embrace in \u2018good faith' diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout their businesses,\" Beatty said. \"That's because diversity and inclusion are more than buzzwords. In fact, good diversity and inclusion performance has been proven to unequivocally increase innovation, boost a business' bottom line, and lower regulatory risk.\" She noted, \"However, a recent government study found, from 2007 to 2015, that the hiring and promotion of African-Americans declined and the rate for women remained unchanged in senior leadership roles. The financial services industry continues to talk the talk, but it's time to walk the walk and put words into action.\"\n\n\"Companies that commit to focusing on diversity and inclusion enhance the quality of their businesses and protect their investors,\" Williams added. \"In such a diverse country that is America, we need to see increases in the number of women and people of color in leadership roles, especially in the financial sector. That's why I am proud to join Congresswoman Beatty in introducing this legislation to ensure companies are tracking their diversity efforts and selecting qualified candidates from all backgrounds. Not only is it good for business but it's the right thing to do.\"\n\nSection 342 of Dodd-Frank requires financial regulators to create diversity standards for their regulated entities, including the collection of diversity data. Yet, an overwhelming majority of entities have declined to participate in the annual diversity self-assessment requests. Similarly, many public companies generally have not shared metrics of diversity performance, leaving shareholders and the general public uninformed about the risks associated with investing in a company.\n\nIntroduction of D&I DATA comes on the heels of a House Financial Services Diversity and Inclusion Subcommittee hearing convened by Beatty last week that focused on the importance of diversity and inclusion performance data for investors, policymakers and stakeholders, and the need to mandate disclosure to the Offices of Minority and Women Inclusion (OMWIs). At that same hearing, Beatty and House Financial Services Committee Chairwoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) made national headlines, announcing that they were sending a letter requesting diversity data from the 31 biggest financial industries who collectively manage more than $47 trillion in assets.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:33:37Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/ohio-congressional-democrats-fight-to-provide-maximum-relief-for-townships", "Ohio Congressional Democrats Fight to Provide Maximum Relief for Townships", "2021-03-25", "2021", "2021-03", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014 U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) recently joined with U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (OH), U.S. Congressman Tim Ryan (OH-13), and U.S. Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) in pressing Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to ensure townships in Ohio and across the country are eligible for direct relief through the American Rescue Plan (ARP), P.L. 117-2.\n\nUnder the law, passed by House and Senate Democrats and signed into law by President Biden on March 11, 2021, Secretary Yellen has the discretion to determine the extent to which townships and other non-entitlement units of government are eligible for direct assistance. This discretion has led to some confusion and concern among local towns and townships about their eligibility for direct support.\n\n\"After a long, trying year, it is critical we provide this urgent relief to our local governments who are on the front lines serving our communities each and every day,\" the congressional quartet wrote. \"As you begin issuing guidance and implementing ARP, we urge you to ensure towns and townships across the country are made eligible for direct relief to the fullest extent possible.\"\n\nIn Ohio, state law authorizes townships to operate under a basic form of government and to perform a wide variety of functions such as road maintenance, police and fire protection, emergency medical services, solid waste disposal, zoning, cemetery management, and much more. All total, the 1,308 townships in Ohio are directly responsible for maintaining 41,000 miles of roads and streets as well as managing more than 2,400 cemeteries.\n\nARP includes $362 billion for the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund to ensure first responders, frontline health workers, teachers, and other providers of vital services remain safely on the job as states, local governments, and territories continue to roll out vaccines and rebuild their local economies. Under the law, use of the funding is flexible and the timeframe extends through 2024.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:33:37Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/central-ohioans-can-now-track-their-stimulus-through-irs-get-my-payment-website", "Central Ohioans Can Now Track Their Stimulus Through IRS \u201cGet My Payment\u201d Website", "2021-03-24", "2021", "2021-03", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "March 24, 2021\n\nCOLUMBUS, OH\u2014As 100 million Americans begin to receive their stimulus payments, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) is urging constituents of Ohio's Third Congressional District to use the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) \"Get My Payment\" tool to check the status of their stimulus check from the American Rescue Plan, P.L. 117-2.\n\n\"The American Rescue Plan is all about meeting the magnitude of the moment for my constituents,\" Beatty said. \"Lives are on the line, and this historic package will put desperately needed dollars into families' pockets.\" She added, \"The Biden-Harris Administration and Congressional Democrats pledged direct relief to the people and small businesses who need it most, and this landmark, life-changing piece of legislation makes good on that promise.\"\n\nCheck the Status of Your Economic Impact Payment (EIP): go online and get the latest update of your payment using the \"Get My Payment\" online portal at: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment.\n\nWhat to Expect: some Ohioans may have already received an EIP if their 2019 or 2020 taxes have been processed or they used the \"non-filer portal\" for previous payments and provided their bank account information to the IRS. Recipients of other federal government programs like Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Railroad Retirement Board, or Veterans Affairs benefits should expect to receive payment automatically as well. For Ohioans awaiting a paper check or debit card, some checks have been mailed, but most will get their paper checks or debit cards in the coming weeks.\n\nHow Many Ohioans Qualify for EIP: according to the White House, more than 7.4 million adults and 2.8 million children in Ohio are eligible to receive payments of up to $1,400 per person through the American Rescue Plan. That means 89 percent of all adults and 87 percent of all children in the Buckeye State qualify.\n\nWho is Eligible for Payments: the American Rescue Plan includes EIPs of up to $1,400.\n\nIndividuals earning up to $75,000 annually, heads of household earning up to $112,500 annually, and couples earning up to $150,000 annually will receive the full $1,400 per person (including dependents).\n\nChecks begin to phase out above the aforementioned income thresholds, with payments stopping for individuals earning $80,000 in annual income, heads of household at $120,000, and married couples at $160,000.\n\nThis time around, adult dependents\u2014such as college students and adults with disabilities\u2014qualify for an EIP.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:33:37Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congresswoman-beatty-spotlights-26-million-for-central-ohio", "Congresswoman Beatty Spotlights $26+ Million for Central Ohio", "2021-03-23", "2021", "2021-03", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH\u2014U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) announced this week that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Commerce have awarded $26,754,181 in federal funding for a local economic development project as well as a variety of education programs and healthcare initiatives across Ohio's Third Congressional District. Reacting to the exciting news, Beatty said:\n\n\"I am fighting every day in Central Ohio and the Halls of Congress to make sure that my constituents\u2014regardless of where they live\u2014can obtain the education and healthcare they need and deserve. As the Representative of Ohio's Third Congressional District, I strongly support federal investment in groundbreaking medical and scientific research, early childhood education, and the economy to build back better today and lay the groundwork for an even brighter tomorrow.\"\n\nEntities receiving funds include:\n\n$12,985,905 for the Child Development Council of Franklin County to fund Head Start and Early Head Start programs. *\n\n$5,935,070 for the YMCA of Central Ohio to fund Head Start and Early Head Start programs.*\n\n$3,219,212 for the Columbus Neighborhood Health Center, Inc. to continue to provide high-quality, affordable healthcare to individuals in the surrounding community.\n\n$1,067,508 for The Ohio State University to fund Early Head Start programs.*\n\n$1,009,334 for Heart of Ohio Family Health Centers to continue to provide high-quality, affordable healthcare to individuals in the surrounding community.\n\n$675,584 for the Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital to advance cutting-edge heart and vascular disease research.\n\n$642,072 for the Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital to study the immune correlates of protection against hepacivirus.\n\n$594,733 for The Ohio State University to boost research around listeriolysin.\n\n$400,000 for the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission to assist the region with recovery efforts from the pandemic and help build resiliency from future economic disruptions.\n\n$224,763 for The Ohio State University to evaluate hepatitis E virus ribavirin resistance.\n\n* Head Start and Early Head Start programs promote school readiness of children ages birth to five from low-income families by supporting the development of the whole child.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:33:37Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/chair-beatty-demands-diversity-data-disclosure", "Chair Beatty Demands Diversity Data Disclosure", "2021-03-19", "2021", "2021-03", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Diversity and Inclusion, chaired by U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), conducted a hearing yesterday entitled, \"By the Numbers: How Diversity Data Can Measure Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.\" The Subcommittee's hearing focused on the importance of diversity and inclusion performance data for investors, policymakers and stakeholders, and explored the need to mandate disclosure to the Offices of Minority and Women Inclusion (OMWIs).\n\n\"For more than two decades my colleagues on the Financial Services Committee have offered a persistent call for leaders in the financial services sector to embrace in \u2018good faith' diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout their businesses,\" Beatty said to open the hearing. \"Good diversity and inclusion performance has been proven to unequivocally increase innovation and profitably, while lowering regulatory risk.\" She continued, \"Nevertheless, analysis by the Government Accountability Office of diversity performance trends in senior leadership roles from 2007 to 2015 found that the hiring and promotion of African-Americans declined and the rate for women remained unchanged. To address that poor performance and achieve greater accountability, Chairwoman Maxine Waters led the enactment of Section 342 of Dodd-Frank.\"\n\nSection 342 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010 (Dodd-Frank), P.L. 111-203, requires financial regulators to create diversity standards for their regulated entities, including the collection of diversity data. Yet, an overwhelming majority of entities have declined to participate in the annual diversity self-assessment requests. Similarly, many public companies generally have not shared metrics of diversity performance, leaving shareholders and the general public uninformed about the risks associated with investing in a company.\n\n\"Congress' intent was crystal clear: under Section 342, OMWIs were to conduct oversight around D&I performance. However, on average, more than 80 percent of regulated entities have failed to share any metrics with their primary regulator,\" Beatty added. \"By any measure, the voluntary self-assessment has failed to meet the spirit and intent of the statute. So, I am introducing the Diversity Data Accountability Act, and joining Chairwoman Waters to send diversity data surveys to America's largest investment management firms.\" She noted, \"As everyone knows, in the financial services sector\u2014what gets measured, gets done.\"\n\nIf enacted, the Diversity Data Accountability Act would amend Section 342 of Dodd-Frank to mandate regulated entities disclose their diversity data, enhancing transparency, accountability, and creating a more inclusive economy for all Americans. 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