{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where party = \"Democrat\", state = \"OH\" and year = 2026 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-applauds-280000-federal-investment-owens-community-college", "Kaptur Applauds $280,000 Federal Investment in Owens Community College", "2026-09-30", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Perrysburg, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, announced that Owens Community College will receive a $280,000 award through the United States Department of Education. The award will support the college\u2019s TRIO Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) in its mission to help adults and US veterans enroll in and complete postsecondary education.\n\n\"Education is a pathway to higher-paying jobs, stronger careers and a more resilient economy,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cBy supporting non-traditional students in their pursuit of learning we help lay the groundwork for brighter futures and job growth in our region. From application assistance and career counseling to specialized support for veterans, Owens Community College\u2019s EOC meets students where they are on their skills development journey and looks to their future as integral to our region\u2019s success.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are grateful for the continued support in recognizing the impact TRIO has on our region,\u201d said Dr. Dione D. Somerville, president of Owens Community College. \u201cSince 2021, this program has served nearly 2,500 individuals, helping hundreds enroll or re-enroll in college and take real steps toward their education and career goals. Expanding from 850 to 1,000 individuals served each year is not just a number. It represents real people who will now have the guidance and support they need to pursue a better life through education and training. We\u2019re proud to build on five years of work that has already changed thousands of lives, their families, communities and Northwest Ohio.\u201d\n\nTRIO is a Federal program designed to identify and support students from disadvantaged backgrounds, particularly those who are low-income, first-generation college students, individuals with disabilities, or veterans, in accessing higher education. Its Educational Opportunity Centers program specifically aims to increase the number of adults enrolled in postsecondary education. Owens Community College is home to a TRIO EOC that provides free college readiness support to hundreds of Northwest Ohio adults each year.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-10-01T11:23:28Z", "2026-10-01T11:25:15Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-murray-slam-trump-administrations-oil-reserve-release-months-too", "Kaptur, Murray Slam Trump Administration\u2019s Oil Reserve Release as Months Too Late for Families Paying High Energy Costs", "2026-09-30", "2026", "2026-09", "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), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, released the following statement in response to the Department of Energy\u2019s announcement of another release of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.\n\n\u201cFamilies in Washington State, Northwest Ohio, and all across the country are still paying too much at the pump and on their home energy bills \u2014 and this latest release from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve woefully comes months too late to bring those high costs down. The Trump Administration says the deal costs taxpayers nothing, yet it has not set aside the money needed to refill the Reserve for the majority of the barrels owed back, which leaves our country less ready for the next emergency. This is a show put on to distract from the fact that this Administration is responsible for sending gas prices skyrocketing, and working families will keep paying for it in the days, weeks, months, and years to come,\u201d said Kaptur and Murray.\n\nOn September 29, the Department of Energy issued a request for proposals to exchange up to 40 million barrels of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. The exchange is part of a 172-million-barrel release the Trump Administration announced in March. Under an exchange, companies borrow oil from the Reserve and must later return it with extra barrels. Because none of the oil is sold, the exchanges bring in no money to pay for transport and other costs associated with moving it back into the Reserve.", 1, "2026-10-01T11:23:28Z", "2026-10-01T11:25:15Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-announces-241000-for-university-of-akron-vision-research", "Rep. Sykes Announces $241,000 For University of Akron Vision Research", "2026-09-30", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AKRON, OH \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced that the University of Akron has received a $241,455 federal grant from the National Eye Institute, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, to support research into how cells in the retina communicate. The three-year award, which runs from September 15, 2026 through September 14, 2029, is a Research Enhancement Award for a project titled \u201cSynaptic Architecture and Bidirectional Signaling of Retinal Horizontal and Dopaminergic Circuits.\u201d\n\n\u201cNortheast Ohio is home to researchers who are exploring important questions about the human body, and this federal investment will help the University of Akron continue to be a leader in research,\u201d said Congresswoman Sykes. \u201cVision research leads to better ways to understand, prevent, and treat eye disease, and it gives students hands-on experience that prepares them for careers in science and medicine.\u201d\n\n\u201cDr. Renna's project will provide a detailed map of the neural connections that enable visual adaptation and circadian regulation, two processes central to human health and quality of life,\u201d said Suzanne B. Bausch, PhD, Vice President, Research & Business Engagement. \u201cWe are excited to see University of Akron researchers contributing critical knowledge that will enhance our understanding of the visual system while also informing future approaches to retinal disease and dysfunction.\u201d\n\nThe project will examine the structure and signaling of horizontal cells and dopaminergic circuits in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. Horizontal cells help the retina sharpen contrast and adjust to changing light, while dopamine-releasing cells help the eye shift between dim and bright conditions. By studying how these cells signal to one another in both directions, the research aims to improve understanding of how the retina processes visual information and how that process can break down in eye disease. The award will also provide hands-on research training for University of Akron students.", 1, "2026-10-01T11:23:28Z", "2026-10-01T11:25:15Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-secures-additional-investment-northwest-ohio-head-start-programs", "Kaptur Secures Additional Investment in Northwest Ohio Head Start Programs In Lucas and Erie Counties", "2026-09-29", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced that two Northwest Ohio Head Start programs will receive a total of $233,955 in awards to support their efforts in preparing young children and families for school. Toledo Public Schools will receive $70,955, and the Community Action Commission of Erie, Huron, and Richland Counties will receive $163,000. These investments are in addition to a a $5,131,429 award the Northwestern Ohio Community Action Partnership based in Defiance received just last week. These awards were made possible through the United States Department of Health and Human Services\u2019 Administration for Children and Families.\n\n\u201cEquipping our region\u2019s youth and families with the resources they need to succeed in life has ripple effects on our entire community,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cOur Head Start programs are privileged to have countless dedicated and caring adults that invest in our children each day, serving as positive role models and demonstrating that every child can reach their full potential. I am honored to have secured these Federal awards to allow the next generation of children to continue to grow and blossom through Head Start programs, and I will always fight to ensure our communities have the funds they need to make sure our children get ahead.\u201d\n\nHead Start, along with its companion program Early Head Start, helps children under the age of 5 and their families prepare for school. Through learning experiences, health assessments, family support, and early intervention, Head Start serves more than 25,000 young children throughout Ohio.\n\nAs a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, Congresswoman Kaptur is dedicated to ensuring that Head Start programs both here in our region and across the country have the resources they need to provide for youth and their families. When the Trump Administration\u2019s failure to provide funding to Ohio Head Start programs in 2025 forced Toledo-area programs to halt, Kaptur fought for answers until funding was restored.", 1, "2026-09-30T10:57:52Z", "2026-09-30T10:59:04Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/ukraine-caucus-urges-trump-administration-strengthen-russia-sanctions", "Ukraine Caucus Urges Trump Administration To Strengthen Russia Sanctions, Fully Implement Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran\u00a0Act", "2026-09-29", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "\"Two weeks ago, Congress passed the most significant Russia sanctions legislation since 2017. As long as Russia\u2019s full-scale invasion to conquer Ukraine and threaten our European allies continues, the United States must take every step necessary to stop war criminal Vladimir Putin in his tracks. Sanctions relief will embolden Russia and prolong the war.\n\n\"We look forward to the Administration\u2019s first round of new sanctions designations ahead of October 18, the first deadline in the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, and urge the Administration to act swiftly to step up economic pressure on Russia. Peace in Europe can only be achieved through strength.\"", 1, "2026-09-30T10:57:52Z", "2026-09-30T10:59:04Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-brown-mcbath-sen-merkley-introduce-legislation-reduce-class-sizes", "Reps. Brown, McBath, Sen. Merkley Introduce Legislation to Reduce Class Sizes", "2026-09-29", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11), Senator Jeff Merkley (OR) and Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-07) have reintroduced the Smaller Class Sizes for Students and Educators Act. This legislation would provide funding for schools to reduce class sizes and increase individualized attention from instructors\u2014improving the overall school experience for both students and educators.\n\nResearch shows students achieve better academic results with more individualized attention from instructors, especially in kindergarten through third grade. However, the continued strain on our public education system from staff shortages and tighter budgets has meant class sizes have continued to grow.\n\nThe Smaller Class Sizes for Students and Educators Act (H.R. 10631) would establish a $2 billion competitive grant program to help school districts reduce K\u20133 class sizes in low-income public elementary schools to not more than 18 students per class. The grants could be used to recruit, hire, and support qualified teachers; obtain additional space or renovate school buildings; or provide professional development for teachers, among other purposes.\n\nFull text of the bill can be found by clicking here.\n\n\u201cSmaller class sizes can help ensure that every child gets the time and attention they need to succeed. I am proud to join Congresswoman McBath and Senator Merkley in reintroducing the Smaller Class Sizes for Students and Educators Act so that students get the support they need and educators are able to instruct every student. Importantly, this legislation provides school districts with an opportunity for federal funding to make smaller class sizes a reality,\u201d said Congresswoman Shontel Brown.\n\n\u201cEvery student deserves the chance to learn, participate, and get the individual attention they need to thrive,\u201d said Senator Jeff Merkley. \u201cGrowing up as an Oregon public school student, 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. It\u2019s time to make sure our schools have the resources they need to support educators and help every child receive a quality learning experience.\u201d\n\n\u201cSmaller class sizes help personalize education in ways that can fuel a child\u2019s love of learning. When teachers have more opportunities for one-on-one time with their students, they can provide tailored instruction, individualized feedback, and the support each child needs to thrive,\u201d said Congresswoman Lucy McBath. \u201cI am deeply appreciative of Senator Merkley for his continued leadership on this important legislation and his advocacy for students and educators. Investments like these, which strengthen learning environments and support teacher well-being, are essential to improving educational outcomes and ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.\u201d\n\nThe Smaller Class Sizes for Students and Educators Act is cosponsored by U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Dick Durbin (D-IL), and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA).\n\nThe bill is also supported by the American Federation of Teachers, First Focus Campaign for Children, National Education Association, and National Parent Teacher Association.\n\n\u201cParents, students and educators all agree that overcrowded classrooms do not make a successful learning environment. Class size matters because it is directly linked to higher rates of student success: Students are more engaged and teachers can provide the individualized instruction students need and deserve. The Smaller Class Sizes for Students and Educators Act, led by Sen. Jeff Merkley and Reps. Lucy McBath and Shontel Brown, helps all of America\u2019s school districts reduce class size and is a vote of confidence in the future success of our nation\u2019s public schools,\u201d said Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers.\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-30T10:57:52Z", "2026-09-30T10:59:04Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-bicameral-legislation-bolster", "Kaptur, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Bolster Great Lakes Conservation Efforts", "2026-09-28", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05), Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06), Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-04), Congresswoman Haley Stevens (MI-11), Congressman Dave Joyce (OH-14), Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03), and Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) introduced H.R. 10639, the Regional Great Lakes Partnership Act, a bipartisan, bicameral bill to bolster Federal support for Great Lakes research and conservation. This legislation designates the Great Lakes Commission (GLC) as the official Regional Great Lakes Partnership within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration\u2019s (NOAA) Regional Ocean Partnerships Program.\n\nThis designation ensures that the Great Lakes region receives a fair share of program funding, delivering Federal resources to support the GLC\u2019s longstanding work to coordinate Great Lakes research and conservation efforts.\n\n\"As a Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Great Lakes Task Force, I helped introduce this legislation to close a gap in a national program that benefits only coastal ocean states. The bill continues our work together to ensure the Federal Government levels the playing field to commit equivalent, well\u2011deserved resources to our Great Lakes region,\" said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \"The Great Lakes are central and essential to Northwest Ohio\u2019s livelihood and economic wellbeing, and enabling the Great Lakes Commission to participate in this NOAA program will strengthen data sharing, enhance information access, and improve management of our coastal and ecosystem resources. In Lake Erie\u2019s Western Basin, home to the shallowest and southernmost shoreline in the Great Lakes system, we face these challenges in real ways and will continue to lead in advancing research and information exchange for the benefit of our entire region.\"\n\n\u201cAs the largest freshwater system in the world, the Great Lakes are central to Michigan\u2019s economy, identity, and long\u2011term prosperity,\u201d said Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05). \u201cThe bipartisan Regional Great Lakes Partnership Act ensures the region receives its fair share of Federal support, strengthening the research and conservation work needed to protect this indispensable resource. We must equip our partners with the tools necessary to safeguard the waters and communities that rely on a healthy Great Lakes ecosystem.\u201d\n\n\"The Great Lakes and their connected waterways are invaluable resources for Michigan and the United States,\" said Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06). \"As a co-chair of the Congressional Great Lakes Task Force, I am proud to help introduce this bipartisan bill to strengthen Federal support for Great Lakes research and conservation for future generations to enjoy these national treasures.\"\n\n\"As Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Great Lakes Task Force, I have made it my mission to have the Federal Government recognize the Great Lakes as a national priority,\" said Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-04). \"The Regional Great Lakes Partnership Act furthers this objective by enhancing the Great Lakes Commission\u2019s steadfast work to protect and conserve Michigan\u2019s most valuable natural resource.\"\n\n\"Michigan is the Great Lakes state, period. Jobs, recreation, and tourism across the Midwest depend on a healthy and flourishing Great Lakes ecosystem,\" said Congresswoman Haley Stevens (MI-11). \"I\u2019m proud to work alongside my colleagues of both parties to ensure that Michigan receives our fair share of Federal investment that will protect and preserve our Lakes for generations to come.\"\n\n\"The Great Lakes are a critical resource for the economies and communities that surround them,\" said Congressman Dave Joyce (OH-14). \"As Co-Chair of the Congressional Great Lakes Task Force, I am proud to be an original co-sponsor of this bipartisan legislation, which will strengthen Federal partnerships and expand funding opportunities to advance the research, coordination, and conservation efforts needed to protect the Great Lakes \u2014 ensuring they remain a resource our communities can rely on for generations to come.\"\n\n\"As the largest freshwater system in the world, the Great Lakes are one of Michigan\u2019s greatest assets,\" said Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03). \"I\u2019m proud to join my colleagues on both sides of the aisle in supporting the Regional Great Lakes Partnership Act. This commonsense bill will strengthen the research and coordination that keeps the Great Lakes region healthy. Investing in our Great Lakes is investing in our future, and it\u2019s crucial that we conserve this resource for the next generation.\"\n\n\"Protecting the Great Lakes means protecting our water, wildlife, and communities throughout the region,\" said Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07). \"This bipartisan legislation will help bring Federal resources to the table and strengthen the partnerships already working to preserve our state's natural resources. I\u2019m proud to work with colleagues from across the region to ensure our Great Lakes remain healthy for generations to come.\"\n\n\"The Great Lakes Commission is grateful to Rep. Walberg for introducing this important legislation to designate the GLC as a regional partnership for the Great Lakes,\" said GLC Chair Timothy Bruno, Great Lakes Program Coordinator at the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. \"This designation will allow the agency to build on its more than 70 years of regional leadership \u2014 fostering dialogue, building consensus, and advancing coordinated solutions to the Great Lakes\u2019 most pressing challenges \u2014 to ensure the Great Lakes region continues to speak with a strong, unified voice. We look forward to working with our partners to realize the full benefits of this program for the region.\"\n\nBackground\n\nThe Great Lakes Commission (GLC) brings together eight US states and two Canadian provinces to protect the Great Lakes and promote economic growth in the Great Lakes basin. The GLC is composed of the States of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.\n\nNOAA\u2019s Regional Ocean Partnerships (ROPs) coordinate interstate ocean and coastal resource management efforts and create opportunities for increased efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Although NOAA administers four Regional Ocean Partnerships (ROPs) across the Northeast, Mid\u2011Atlantic, Gulf, and West Coast, the Great Lakes currently lack an ROP. Designating the GLC as the region\u2019s ROP will ensure the Great Lakes region receives its fair share of program funding.\n\nCompanion legislation, S. 4573, introduced in the Senate by US Senators Gary Peters (D-MI) and Bernie Moreno (R-OH), has been advanced by the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee.", 1, "2026-09-29T11:07:12Z", "2026-09-29T11:08:49Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-celebrates-800000-award-equip-first-responders-substance-abuse", "Kaptur Celebrates $800,000 Award to Equip First Responders with Substance Abuse Treatment Skills", "2026-09-25", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Sandusky, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced that the Erie County Department of Health has been awarded an $800,000 grant award through the United States Department of Health and Human Services\u2019 Center for Substance Abuse Treatment. The award will support first responders across Erie County will skills and training as they respond to calls related to substance abuse or mental health disorders.\n\n\"First responders are the first ones on the scene for a wide variety of emergencies, including to assist individuals experiencing mental health crises or substance abuse disorders,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cOur community has an ever-increasing need to improve the lives of our neighbors suffering from mental health disorders and substance abuse disorders. Federal support will allow Northwest Ohio\u2019s brave and skilled first responders to better meet the needs of all people who are in need of their expert assistance.\u201d\n\n\u201cOn behalf of our Northwest Region of Ohio, The Erie County Health Department is pleased to accept these grant funds, for the third time,\u201d said Pete Schade, Erie County Health Commissioner. \u201cClearly, we are providing services with this funding that enable lives to be saved and souls to recover from the scourge of addiction. We are poised to provide the needed gaps in recovery that so many covet.\u201d\n\nAs a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, Congresswoman Kaptur works tirelessly to secure vital Federal funding for our Northwest Ohio community. In May of 2026, she announced over $1.8 Million in funding for the Erie County Health Program and in July of 2026 she delivered $250,000 in awards for Drug Free Communities programs to encourage youth to live drug-free lives.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-09-26T09:43:57Z", "2026-09-26T09:44:55Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-secures-major-51-million-investment-defiance-head-start-program", "Kaptur Secures Major $5.1 Million Investment in Defiance Head Start Program", "2026-09-25", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Defiance, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced that the Northwestern Ohio Community Action Commission will receive a $5,131,429 award for renovations of its Defiance Head Start building. The award is funded through the United States Department of Health and Human Services\u2019 Administration for Children and Families.\n\n\u201cSupporting our Head Start programs is critical for preparing the next generation of children to thrive throughout their education,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cOur region\u2019s family services organizations need continuous Federal support in a timely manner to meet the needs of all that they serve. Fighting for answers on behalf of the Northwestern Ohio Community Action Commission ensured that they got the funding necessary to expand their services for many Northwest Ohio families today and in the years to come. I look forward to seeing the future of this Head Start facility, as well as the futures of all the children who come through its doors.\u201d\n\n\u201cNorthwestern Ohio Community Action Commission is deeply grateful to receive a grant from the US Department of Health and Human Services. The grant will fund the renovation of a space dedicated to Head Start and Early Head Start within an existing 37,200-square-foot building in Defiance,\u201d said Angie Franklin, executive director of the Northwestern Ohio Community Action Commission. \u201cBuilt in 1971, the building sits in a plaza area that has long needed investment. We are excited to make it a welcoming place for children and families while bringing new life to the surrounding area. This project reflects NOCAC\u2019s mission to minimize the effects of poverty by connecting people with opportunities and resources that support a secure future. We are proud of what it will mean for our community, grateful for Congresswoman Kaptur\u2019s commitment to Northwest Ohio, and eager to share the progress and impact of this investment.\u201d\n\nHead Start, along with its companion program Early Head Start, helps children under the age of 5 and their families prepare for school. Through learning experiences, health assessments, family support, and early intervention, Head Start serves more than 25,000 young children throughout Ohio. NOCAC\u2019s upcoming renovations to their Defiance Head Start building will allow for expanded space for both their preschool program and their Early Head Start program. The programs will give more than 80 preschoolers, along with pregnant women, infants, and toddlers, a space to seek resources they need to grow, succeed, and thrive.\n\nAs a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, Congresswoman Kaptur is dedicated to ensuring that Head Start programs both here in our region and across the country have the resources they need to provide for youth and their families.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-09-26T09:43:57Z", "2026-09-26T09:44:55Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-sykes-statement-following-east-palestine-whistleblower-reports", "Reps. Sykes Statement Following East Palestine Whistleblower Reports", "2026-09-25", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2014 U.S. Representatives Emilia Sykes (OH-13) released the following statement after The Wall Street Journal reported that a whistleblower, working for a contractor hired by Norfolk Southern to share data with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), was pressured to report incorrect information to conceal contamination and the severity of the environmental impact of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio in February of 2023.\n\nExcerpts from The Wall Street Journal article:\n\nA former environmental scientist who responded to Norfolk Southern\u2019s 2023 Ohio derailment said the contractors she worked for took numerous steps to conceal contamination, from pressuring her to dismiss test results and report \u201czeros\u201d to concealing animal deaths\u2026\n\nShe said a variety of CTEH\u2019s practices were aimed at minimizing reports of contamination. Managers improperly calibrated testing equipment and questioned results showing elevated contamination, Dixon said in her affidavit, while equipment that recorded contamination was taken out of use\u2026Company managers omitted some elevated chemical readings from testing reports, Dixon said, and they told workers who produced too many detections they would be sent home.\n\nDixon alleges that CTEH told workers to conceal animal carcasses found near creeks and in woods. She said she saw more than two dozen dead animals, including raccoons and beavers\u2026\n\nIn East Palestine, Dixon said she registered volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, inside a home that sits above a creek at 2 parts per million, well above the level that triggered response teams to investigate and take action. A manager suggested her equipment might be malfunctioning or needed to be recalibrated, cleaned or swapped out, but she insisted on filing a report, Dixon said.\n\n\u201cI am deeply concerned about whistleblower reports that the full extent of contamination from the tragic train derailment in 2023 has not been accurately reported,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cI urge the Office of the Inspector General to conduct a thorough investigation. Congress must review the Inspector General\u2019s report once completed and take a close look at the accuracy of data reported by contractors selected and paid by the party responsible for contamination.\n\n\u201cI have repeatedly stated that public safety is a nonpartisan issue that transcends political boundaries, that\u2019s why I\u2019ve introduced my bipartisan RAIL Act to codify safety standards into law. Despite these efforts, Congressional Republicans have continually blocked the implementation of rail safety legislation. Americans living close to our nation's 140,000 miles of railroad track, especially those in East Palestine, deserve action to prevent a disastrous derailment from happening again.\u201d\n\nFollowing the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio in 2023, which sent toxic chemicals into the area's air, soil, and creeks, Rep. Sykes introduced the Reducing Accidents in Locomotives (RAIL) Act.\n\nThe RAIL Act would further improve railway safety and operations by:\n\nDirecting the Secretary of Transportation to promulgate new rules to improve safety based off the findings of the NTSB investigation in conjunction with the Federal Railroad Administration\n\nCodifying the Federal Railroad Administration\u2019s (FRA) two-person crew rule into law\n\nIncreasing inspections on all trains, including those carrying hazardous materials\n\nRequiring railroad corporations to provide notification in advance to pertinent to State emergency response commissioners, tribal emergency response commission, or any other State or tribal agency regarding the transportation of hazardous materials\n\nStrengthening requirements pertaining to safety placards that would have assisted emergency responders in identifying the hazardous materials in the rail cars on-site\n\nStrengthening regulations to prevent wheel bearing failures, which caused the East Palestine train derailment\n\nIncreasing maximum penalties for violations of rail safety regulations\n\nIncreasing funding for Hazardous Materials Training for First Responders\n\nAuditing federal rail inspection programs.\n\nOhio, which has one of the country\u2019s largest railroad networks, ranks third worst in the nation for serious train accidents and hazardous materials spills. From 2019 through November 2022, 281 train accidents occurred in Ohio.", 1, "2026-09-29T11:07:12Z", "2026-09-29T11:08:49Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-381-million-us-department-energy-awards-improve-ohios", "Kaptur Announces $381 Million in US Department of Energy Awards to Improve Ohio\u2019s Electric Grid", "2026-09-24", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Ranking Member of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, announced that the United States Department of Energy is making several awards through its SPARK Program that will help modernize the electric grid for Ohio.\n\nKey among these awards is Federal funding of $136 Million for the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) that is part of a $1.9 Billion project. The Federal funds will cover half of the costs for an upcoming Ohio SPARK program project that seeks to improve electric grid infrastructure in the State. This funding is made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act passed by Congress in 2021. The release of these Federal funds follows an Op-Ed published last week in The Toledo Blade by Congresswoman Kaptur calling for the modernization of Northwest Ohio\u2019s electrical grid.\n\n\"I am excited to see the fruits of a once-in-a-generation Federal infrastructure investment take root in our Northwest Ohio communities,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Ranking Member of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water. \u201cModernizing our region\u2019s electrical grid is imperative to lower energy costs for hardworking families, small businesses, and manufacturers alike, and this funding award is a step forward in meeting the ever-growing demand that our economy needs to flourish.\u201d\n\nSigned into law in 2021, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is a five-year bipartisan infrastructure law that marks the largest Federal investment made in American infrastructure in the last century. Systems across transportation, energy, and water have all received increased resources to further bolster improvements and repairs to our Nation\u2019s infrastructure.\n\nSPARK, or the \u201cSpeed to Power through Accelerated Reconductoring and other Key Advanced Transmission Technology Upgrades,\u201d is a United States Department of Energy program that supports States, Tribes, and electric utilities in their efforts to strengthen grid resilience and innovation. Ohio\u2019s SPARK program specifically has several subprojects planned to improve electric grid infrastructure by implementing new technologies. Today\u2019s announcement of a $136 Million award through this program will cover half of the $273 Million total cost of the planned Ohio SPARK projects, greatly lowering the costs that otherwise would have been passed on to ratepayers.\n\nAs a senior member of House Appropriations Committee, Congresswoman Kaptur is committed to securing Federal investments for our Northwest Ohio communities. She was a strong supporter of the legislation that made this Public Utilities Commission of Ohio award possible, and is encouraged that the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act continues to result in valuable Federal investments in our region\u2019s highways, bridges, energy systems, drinking water infrastructure, and more.\n\nOther SPARK awards announced today by the United States Department of Energy that are relevant for improved transmission and reliability in the overall Great Lakes Region and that will have indirect benefit for ratepayers in Northwest Ohio include:\n\n$174 Million in Federal funds for the State of Indiana\u2019s Office of Energy Development in support of a total $349 Million project called, \u201cExpanding Cross-Regional Transfer Capability Across the PJM\u2013MISO Seam Through Accelerated Reconductoring and Advanced Transmission.\u201d With these funds, four sets of advanced and transmission technologies will be deployed across neighboring Indiana\u2019s grid improving capacity monitoring, line rating, and advanced power flow control on the grid operated by PJM Interconnection and the Midcontinent Independent System Operation (MISO).\n\n$50 Million in Federal funds for American Electric Power Service Corporation (AEPSC) to support a total $152 Million project called, \u201cNext-Generation Optical Transport Network for Smart Grid Modernization.\u201d AEPSC will uses these Federal funds to develop a unified, system-wide approach to expanding advanced communications across 527 AEP transmission network locations to improve the delivery of power, enhance operational visibility, and enable next-generation grid capabilities. The project includes the installation of 265 miles of underground fiber, and installation of new line rating technology deployment at 14 sites enhancing the ability to monitor and analyze electric capacity. While AEP Ohio primarily provides power in Central and Southern Ohio, the transmission network that will be improved with this Federal investment directly interfaces with the Regional PJM Interconnection grid servicing Northwest Ohio.\n\n$21 Million in Federal funds for Electric Power Research Institute, Inc. (EPRI) to support a total $42 Million project called, \u201cATREES: Advanced Transmission Technologies for Reliable and Efficient Energy Supply.\u201d This project proposes to deploy two advanced transmission technologies (ATTs)\u2014advanced power flow controllers (APFCs) and dynamic line ratings (DLRs)\u2014within the FirstEnergy (FE) and Salt River Project (SRP) transmission systems to maximize existing transmission capacity, accelerate load connections, and enhance reliability and energy deliverability.\n\nA full copy of Congresswoman Kaptur\u2019s Op-Ed published last week in The Toledo Blade calling for the modernization of Northwest Ohio\u2019s electrical grid can be found online by clicking here.", 1, "2026-09-25T10:04:52Z", "2026-09-25T10:05:46Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-mullin-introduce-sunlight-superpacs-act-empower-voters-campaign", "Kaptur, Mullin Introduce the Sunlight on SuperPACs Act to Empower Voters with Campaign Funding Information", "2026-09-24", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) and Congressman Kevin Mullin (CA-15) introduced the Sunlight on SuperPACs Act of 2026. This new legislation will require federal election campaign ads paid for by SuperPACs to disclose the name and dollar amount contributed to that SuperPAC by its top three major donors of $5,000 or more. By providing voters with more information on the funders of election ads, they will be empowered to make more informed decisions about the content of those ads. Other original co-sponsors of the Sunlight on SuperPACs Act include Congressman Sanford Bishop (GA-02), Congressman Ed Case (HI-01), Congresswoman Jill Tokuda (HI-02),and Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC-00), and Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07)..\n\n\"Voters should know who is bankrolling campaign ads that come across their television screens, billboards, and smart phones,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cRequiring disclosures to appear in the campaign ads themselves will give voters the information they deserve. Transparency is the first big step to returning control of our democracy back to the American people.\u201d\n\n\u201cVoters deserve to know who is trying to influence their decisions at the ballot box,\u201d said Congressman Kevin Mullin (CA-15), who authored the California DISCLOSE Act while previously serving in the state's legislature. \u201cWhen political groups hide who is funding their ads, it undermines trust in our elections and our democracy. I\u2019m proud to cosponsor the Sunlight on SuperPACs Act to give voters a clearer picture of who is behind the political messages they see and how much they have invested in them. With greater transparency in campaign spending, voters will have more of the information they need to make informed decisions in the upcoming elections.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe explosion of \u2018pop-up\u2019 SuperPACs hiding their true agendas behind fake names and paperwork games is a scam to deceive voters,\u201d said Jon Golinger, Democracy Advocate, Public Citizen. \u201cThe Sunlight on SuperPACs Act pulls the mask off these clowns by requiring the top three funders of every SuperPAC to be printed right on their ads. This is a proven method to arm voters with information they can use to decide whether to buy whatever sketchy SuperPACs are trying to sell.\u201d\n\nSuperPACs are political organizations that originated in 2010 and can spend an unlimited amount of money to support or oppose political candidates. SuperPACs also have no limit on how much money they accept from donors. While they cannot give money directly to candidates or their campaigns, these organizations can have tremendous amounts of influence on elections through spending money on advertising and organizing.\n\nThe Sunlight on SuperPACs legislation will allow voters to see information about the source of campaign ad funding in real-time, following the example of successful state and local disclosure initiatives enacted by voters in Alaska for example.\n\nA full copy of the Sunlight on SuperPACs Act of 2026 can be found by clicking here, and a one-page background document can be found by clicking here.", 1, "2026-09-25T10:04:52Z", "2026-09-25T10:05:46Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/brown-blunt-rochester-gimenez-introduce-legislation-preserve-and-repair", "Brown, Blunt Rochester, Gimenez Introduce Legislation to Preserve and Repair Distressed Affordable Multifamily Housing", "2026-09-24", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11), Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (DE), and Congressman Carlos Gimenez (FL-28) have introduced legislation to preserve and repair affordable housing and help more families remain in their homes and access affordable housing. The Affordable Housing Preservation and Protection Act creates a new federal loan program for renovations to HUD-assisted housing. This new loan program would improve existing housing stock and help make sure that the affordable housing shortage does not get worse as older properties fall into disuse.\n\nAccording to National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC), the U.S. has an affordable rental home shortage of 7.2 million. This means that only 35 affordable and available rental homes exist for every 100 low-income households. The NLIHC analysis found that Ohio has an affordable housing gap of over 265,000 units, including a 54,000 affordable unit housing shortage in the Cleveland Metro area. A 2025 study by Cuyahoga County cited \u201caging infrastructure\u201d and \u201cthe need for robust rehabilitation programs\u201d as key local housing challenges. The median home in the Cleveland Metro Area was built in 1963 and is now 63 years old and 22% of homes in Cleveland were built before 1940.\n\nCleveland has seen firsthand the challenges of preserving distressed federally assisted multifamily housing. Rainbow Terrace, a HUD-assisted apartment complex in the Garden Valley neighborhood, has faced decades of federal intervention, rehabilitation efforts, and resident concerns about property conditions, including a fatal explosion in 2025. The Affordable Housing Preservation and Protection Act would give HUD an additional tool to intervene when assisted multifamily properties face serious physical deficiencies and existing rents cannot support the financing needed for rehabilitation.\n\n\u201cWe must address the affordable housing crisis from all angles. This means building more affordable housing, but it also means preserving the housing we already have. I\u2019m proud to partner with Senator Blunt Rochester and Congressman Gimenez on The Affordable Housing Preservation and Protection Act, which provides needed capital to repair, renovate, and preserve HUD-assisted housing. Cleveland has seen at properties like Rainbow Terrace how serious the consequences can be when federally assisted multifamily housing falls into distress. This bill gives HUD another tool to finance critical repairs, preserve long-term affordability, and, when necessary, help qualified new owners step in before affordable housing is lost,\u201d said Congresswoman Shontel Brown.\n\n\u201cEarlier this year, the first comprehensive housing legislation became law after more than three decades, but with a nationwide shortage of nearly 4-7 million affordable housing units, it becomes more important than ever to preserve the affordable units that we do have,\u201d said Senator Blunt Rochester. \u201cI\u2019m proud to introduce this bill alongside Congresswoman Brown to build on the achievements of the 21st Century Road to Housing Act by providing long-overdue support for existing affordable housing units and encouraging investments that contribute to their long-term success.\u201d\n\nThe Affordable Housing Preservation and Protection Act is endorsed by: the Local Initiatives Support Coalition (LISC), the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the National Housing Trust (NHT), the National Housing & Rehabilitation Association (NH&RA), the National Leased Housing Association (NLHA), the Housing Partnership Network, the Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH), the Ohio Credit Union League, Better Homes of Seaford, the Delaware League of Local Governments, the Metropolitan Wilmington Urban League (MWUL), the Wilmington Housing Authority, WRK Group, and YWCA Delaware.\n\nThe Affordable Housing Preservation and Protection Act is part of Congresswoman Brown\u2019s Safe and Affordable Housing Agenda, a legislative package announced by Brown in June that also includes legislation to strengthen lead-removal efforts and to encourage more new homebuilding.\n\nFormer Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown first introduced the Affordable Housing Preservation and Protection Act in 2024. This is the first time the bill has been filed in the House.\n\nThe Affordable Housing Preservation and Protection Act\n\nProvides loans to qualified owners of distressed HUD-assisted multifamily housing to make renovations necessary to preserve and improve the property.\n\nLoans provided would be at 1% interest for the length of the 30-year affordability period.\n\nEligible recipients would be HUD-approved purchasers and owners of federally assisted multifamily housing.\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-25T10:04:52Z", "2026-09-25T10:05:46Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-applauds-investment-wauseon-public-library-institute-museum-and", "Kaptur Applauds Investment in Wauseon Public Library from Institute of Museum and Library Services", "2026-09-23", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Wauseon, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced that Wauseon Public Library is one of six libraries in the state of Ohio to receive a federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Amounting to $4,130, the award will support the development of special collections and programs to support young readers who may be struggling with reading.\n\n\"Public libraries are the lifeblood of our communities and a gift that never stops giving,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cThey are one of the few places where all people, regardless of age or status or interests, can come to gather and truly feel that they belong. The Wauseon Public Library has faithfully served the Fulton County area for well over a century, bringing the joy of reading and access to information to generations of Northwest Ohioans. I am honored to have helped secure this investment in one of our beloved public libraries, and I am excited to see all the ways they continue to support our Wauseon community.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Wauseon Public Library has been approved for a grant from the State Library of Ohio in the amount of $4,130,\u201d said Southeastern Ohio Library Consortium Director Daniel Baldwin. \u201cThe Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) will help to support our early literacy programs and the development of special collections to support our community and our young readers. The initiative includes age-related resources and programming that supports the state's Science of Reading Initiative. The library is thrilled to receive this grant, and we are grateful for the investment in our community's future!\u201d\n\nWhat began in 1875 as the Citizens Library Association, formed by a group of 100 local citizens who raised funds through membership tickets and bake sales, officially became the Wauseon Public Library in 1906 with the help of a Carnegie grant. In the decades since, it has continued to grow alongside Fulton County, most recently through a 2024 land donation that will support future expansion.\n\nThe Institute of Museum and Library Services is a federal agency that supports libraries, archives, and museums in all 50 US states and territories. Its LSTA Open Grant program is designed to invest in all types of libraries as they seek to address needs in their respective communities.\n\nAs a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, Congresswoman Kaptur works hard to secure bipartisan support and funding for Northwest Ohio communities. In June of 2025, she announced a $10,000 award for Way Public Library in Perrysburg to provide a dedicated technology trainer to serve the digital needs of the community.", 1, "2026-09-24T09:44:48Z", "2026-09-24T09:45:52Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-cosponsors-bill-to-rein-in-tax-giveaways-to-data-centers", "Rep. Sykes Cosponsors Bill to Rein In Tax Giveaways to Data Centers", "2026-09-22", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) cosponsored the Reverse Big Ugly Tax Breaks for Data Centers Act, which would rein in tax giveaways for data center development.\n\nLast year, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) significantly expanded tax breaks that have helped spur the construction of AI data centers; that same legislation cut over $1 trillion from Medicaid and SNAP food assistance. The Reverse Big Ugly Tax Breaks for Data Centers Act would exclude data centers from benefiting from those OBBBA tax breaks. Specifically, the bill would exclude data centers from being able to take the 100% bonus depreciation tax deduction, and from being eligible for Opportunity Zone tax benefits.\n\n\u201cWhile families struggle to pay for gas, groceries, housing and healthcare, we should not give big tax breaks to data centers,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cI support this commonsense bill that prevents tax giveaways at the expense of cutting healthcare and food assistance for children and seniors. We must rein in the blank checks being written to data centers and ensure they pay their fair share for energy and water usage.\u201d\n\nThe bill text can be found HERE, and a one-pager on the bill can be found HERE.\n\nThis bill was introduced by Representatives Don Davis (NC-01) and Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08), with the support of Representatives Emilia Sykes (OH-13), Kathy Castor (FL-14), Sharice Davids (KS-03), Madeleine Dean (PA-04), Chris Deluzio (PA-17), Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34), Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07), Greg Landsman (OH-01), Rick Larsen (WA-02), Mike Levin (CA-49), John Mannion (NY-22), April McClain Delaney (MD-06), Betty McCollum (MN-04), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Chris Pappas (NH-01), Deborah Ross (NC-02), Andrea Salinas (OR-06), Greg Stanton (AZ-04), Dina Titus (NV-01), Norma Torres (CA-35), Derek Tran (CA-45), Gabe Vasquez (NM-02), Eugene Vindman (VA-07), and Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25).", 1, "2026-09-23T09:45:16Z", "2026-09-23T09:46:14Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-murray-demand-answers-trump-admins-rapid-sweeping-changes", "Kaptur, Murray Demand Answers on Trump Admin\u2019s Rapid & Sweeping Changes to Nuclear Safety Measures, Putting Workers and the Public at Risk", "2026-09-21", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, sent a letter to Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Chairman Ho K. Nieh about the broad changes being made at the NRC to regulations, security, organizational structure, and more, which could threaten worker safety at nuclear facilities and impair independent oversight. The NRC has been quickly making these changes and rehauling the organization without providing time for public input or transparency.\n\nNRC, a statutorily independent agency, has been undertaking wholesale revision of its regulations, guidance, oversight processes, and organizational structure pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 14300, \u201cOrdering the Reform of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission,\u201d that President Trump signed on May 23, 2025. These sweeping changes encompass 47 regulations, 27 rulemakings, and 71 guidance documents.\n\n\u201cThe Nuclear Regulatory Commission is undertaking wholesale revision of its regulations, guidance, oversight processes, and organizational structure,\u201d write Kaptur and Murray. \u201cWe support efforts to ensure that the NRC\u2019s regulatory framework is efficient, risk-informed, and capable of supporting the safe and secure deployment of nuclear energy. However, the breadth of the changes currently underway raises significant questions about whether the NRC has adequately evaluated the cumulative effects of these reforms on nuclear safety, security, independent oversight, and public confidence.\u201d\n\nKaptur and Murray express deep concern for NRC plans to remove \u201cas low as reasonably achievable\u201d (ALARA) radiation safety requirements, endangering workers\u2019 safety: \u201cWe are particularly concerned about the proposed revisions to the NRC\u2019s radiation protection framework. The NRC proposes to remove regulatory requirements implementing the \u2018as low as reasonably achievable\u2019 (ALARA) principle and replace them with a determinate, graded approach to dose management based on defined thresholds. The proposal would also establish a new planned occupational dose limit extension permitting multi-year averaging of doses, revise monitoring and reporting requirements, and allow licensees in certain circumstances to request higher public dose limits for controlled areas and restricted situations.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe scale of this regulatory revision effort also warrants greater transparency regarding its costs, benefits, and resource implications. Given the scope of these changes, Congress needs to understand the analytical basis for the NRC\u2019s determination that the proposed reforms will improve efficiency without compromising safety, security, or regulatory effectiveness. In particular, the NRC should be able to identify the specific requirements being eliminated or modified, explain the basis for each change, and demonstrate how the revised framework will continue to provide adequate protection,\u201d Kaptur and Murray continue.\n\nKaptur and Murray conclude by demanding more information about the NRC\u2019s extensive changes to its regulations, guidance, oversight process, security programs, and organizational structure, and by urging caution and sorely needed transparency: \u201cWe therefore urge the NRC to proceed with appropriate caution and transparency as it implements these sweeping changes. Congress has a responsibility to understand how and why the Nation\u2019s nuclear safety regulator is changing its regulatory framework, and to ensure that those changes do not inadvertently weaken the protections that are required to maintain the safety of the US nuclear fleet.\u201d\n\nThe full letter is available by clicking here or reading below:\n\nDear Chairman Nieh:\n\nThe Nuclear Regulatory Commission (the \u201cNRC\u201d or \u201cAgency\u201d) is undertaking wholesale revision of its regulations, guidance, oversight processes, and organizational structure pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 14300, encompassing 47 regulations, 27 rulemakings, and 71 guidance documents. The NRC has also updated and \u201crebaselined\u201d its Reactor Oversight Process and security programs, completed a reorganization, and is proceeding with broader efforts to reform the Agency\u2019s culture. We support efforts to ensure that the NRC\u2019s regulatory framework is efficient, risk-informed, and capable of supporting the safe and secure deployment of nuclear energy. However, the breadth of the changes currently underway raises significant questions about whether the NRC has adequately evaluated the cumulative effects of these reforms on nuclear safety, security, independent oversight, and public confidence.\n\nOn July 15, 2026, the NRC published a proposed rule revising its radiation protection framework (91 Fed. Reg. 43456). We are particularly concerned about the proposed revisions to the NRC\u2019s radiation protection framework. The NRC proposes to remove regulatory requirements implementing the \u201cas low as reasonably achievable\u201d (ALARA) principle and replace them with a determinate, graded approach to dose management based on defined thresholds. The proposal would also establish a new planned occupational dose limit extension permitting multi-year averaging of doses, revise monitoring and reporting requirements, and allow licensees in certain circumstances to request higher public dose limits for controlled areas and restricted situations.\n\nThe scale of this regulatory revision effort also warrants greater transparency regarding its costs, benefits, and resource implications. Given the scope of these changes, Congress needs to understand the analytical basis for the NRC\u2019s determination that the proposed reforms will improve efficiency without compromising safety, security, or regulatory effectiveness. In particular, the NRC should be able to identify the specific requirements being eliminated or modified, explain the basis for each change, and demonstrate how the revised framework will continue to provide adequate protection.\n\nAccordingly, please provide the following information within 15 days of the date of this letter:\n\nA complete list of all NRC regulations, guidance documents, oversight processes, security programs, and other regulatory requirements that have been or are expected to be modified, eliminated, consolidated, or otherwise affected as part of the NRC\u2019s implementation of E.O. 14300.\n\nFor each regulation, guidance document, or other requirement that has been materially modified or eliminated, the NRC\u2019s justification for the change, including the statutory, regulatory, technical, scientific, or operational basis relied upon.\n\nA complete description of the process used to identify, develop, review, and approve the 27 E.O. 14300 rulemakings to date, including the roles of the NRC\u2019s leadership, program offices, and the Office of the General Counsel; the Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards; and other independent or advisory bodies.\n\nFor each of the rulemakings, the staff hours and full-time equivalents expended to date and projected through completion, by office, and the associated dollar cost by fiscal year.\n\nFor those costs, an identification of what portion is recovered as a service fee under 10 C.F.R. Part 170, what portion is recovered through annual fees under 10 C.F.R. Part 171, and what portion is excluded from fee recovery under 42 U.S.C. 2215, together with the resulting effect on annual fees assessed to materials and medical licensees.\n\nAll non-concurrences filed under the NRC\u2019s Non-Concurrence Process and all differing professional opinions submitted under the Differing Professional Opinions Program relating to any rulemaking, guidance revision, oversight process change, or reorganization undertaken pursuant to E.O. 14300 to date, together with the management responses to each; all letters from the Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards addressing those actions and the staff\u2019s responses; and, for each action the NRC has voted on, the vote sheets and any additional views of individual Commissioners.\n\nFor each completed or proposed rulemaking, the analyses conducted to determine whether the changes could affect nuclear safety, radiation protection, physical security, emergency preparedness, environmental protection, or the NRC\u2019s ability to conduct effective oversight.\n\nA description of the criteria the NRC is using to determine that revised or eliminated requirements will provide protection equivalent to or greater than the requirements they replace.\n\nWith respect to the proposed radiation protection framework, a detailed explanation of the scientific and technical basis for replacing ALARA requirements with determinate dose thresholds, including the analyses used to evaluate the potential effects on workers and members of the public.\n\nWith respect to the proposed changes to occupational dose limits and monitoring requirements, an explanation of the basis for allowing multi-year averaging of occupational doses and establishing a reporting threshold tied to a five-year assessment.\n\nA description of the NRC\u2019s engagement with radiation workers and the organizations representing them on the proposed changes to occupational dose limits and monitoring requirements, including the dates, participants, and subject of any such engagement; any analysis of the effects of the proposed planned occupational dose limit extension on the health of the affected workforce, including any evaluation of collective dose; and occupational exposure data for the past 10 years sufficient to establish a baseline against which the effects of the revised framework can be measured.\n\nWith respect to the proposed changes to public dose limits, identify the circumstances under which a licensee could receive authorization for a higher dose limit, the maximum limits contemplated, and the controls and review criteria that would apply to such requests.\n\nAll regulatory analyses, cost-benefit analyses, safety evaluations, scientific assessments, risk assessments, technical reports, legal analyses, decision memoranda, and other documents used to support the changes being undertaken pursuant to E.O. 14300.\n\nA description of the NRC\u2019s process for identifying and monitoring unintended consequences resulting from the regulatory changes, including deterioration in safety performance, reduced regulatory visibility, increased radiation exposure, or other adverse outcomes.\n\nThe specific, outcome-oriented goals and performance measures the NRC will use to evaluate the implementation of E.O. 14300, including baseline data against which changes in safety performance, occupational exposure, public exposure, inspection findings, enforcement actions, licensing timelines, and other relevant outcomes will be measured.\n\nA description of the circumstances or performance thresholds that would cause the NRC to reconsider, modify, or restore a requirement that has been eliminated or substantially revised pursuant to E.O. 14300.\n\nAn identification of any licensing review, inspection, or oversight activity that has been deferred, narrowed, or reprioritized to absorb this workload, by office and fiscal year, and the fiscal year 2026 appropriation and the fiscal year 2027 President\u2019s Budget Request amounts that supports implementation of E.O. 14300.\n\nThe NRC plays a unique and important role in protecting the American public from the risks associated with nuclear technology. We recognize the importance of maintaining a regulatory framework that is efficient, predictable, risk-informed, and capable of supporting the continued operation of the existing nuclear fleet and the deployment of new nuclear technologies. The NRC\u2019s own materials identify these objectives as central to its implementation of E.O. 14300.\n\nWe therefore urge the NRC to proceed with appropriate caution and transparency as it implements these sweeping changes. Congress has a responsibility to understand how and why the Nation\u2019s nuclear safety regulator is changing its regulatory framework, and to ensure that those changes do not inadvertently weaken the protections that are required to maintain the safety of the U.S. nuclear fleet.\n\nWe look forward to your response within 15 days.\n\nSincerely,", 1, "2026-09-22T09:42:49Z", "2026-09-22T09:44:35Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-murray-demand-energy-department-restore-eliminated-safety-rules", "Kaptur, Murray Demand Energy Department Restore Eliminated Safety Rules, Justify Rewrite of Dozens of Critical Safety and Accountability Measures", "2026-09-16", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, sent a letter to Energy Secretary Chris Wright calling out the dozens of changes being made to operating directives at the Department of Energy (DOE), which is jeopardizing the safety of work being done at DOE labs, plants, and sites, reduces transparency and Federal oversight, and risks wasting taxpayer dollars. DOE made these sweeping changes without meaningful engagement with workers, labor unions, and other stakeholders.\n\nKaptur and Murray are demanding DOE immediately restore three of the cancelled orders and justify the other forty-six changes. Those orders required DOE to track safety incidents and worker injuries across its labs and sites, and let workers formally challenge technical decisions they believed put safety at risk.\n\n\u201cWe are deeply concerned that the scope and pace of these simultaneous changes will weaken critical safety protections, reduce independent Federal oversight, impair public visibility into departmental operations, and transfer significant responsibility from Federal officials to contractors without adequate safeguards in place,\u201d write Kaptur and Murray. \u201cIn short, we are worried the rollback of these changes could jeopardize the safety of work being conducted across the DOE enterprise and waste taxpayer dollars.\u201d\n\nKaptur and Murray further detail the importance of independent oversight, quality assurance, nuclear facility safety reporting, and worker training\u2014and call out the Trump administration for claiming to support \u201cperformance-based accountability\u201d and strong safety and security standards, while also eliminating reporting requirements and rewriting regulations that do just that.\n\nKaptur and Murray continue by responding to DOE\u2019s decision to flat out cancel several orders, \u201cDepartment-wide reporting requirements\u2026provide Congress, regulators, and the public with standardized information necessary to identify trends and evaluate safety performance across the National Laboratories, plants, and sites\u2026Congress also cannot effectively conduct oversight if the Department no longer collects consistent information about what is occurring across the enterprise. A reduction in reporting burden that results in the loss of accessible information about safety incidents or worker injuries is not simply an administrative change\u2014it is a clear reduction in transparency that places safety at risk.\u201d\n\n\u201cFurthermore, eliminating these standardized safety and health databases at the very moment the Department executes the sweeping deregulatory initiatives of Project Velocity creates a dangerous diagnostic blind spot, making it impossible to empirically measure whether these systemic rollbacks are actively causing an increase in accidents, toxic exposures, or operational failures across the complex,\u201d the lawmakers continue.\n\nKaptur and Murray are also requesting detailed answers on operational and safety risks of \u201cProject Velocity\u201d and the process used to determine the changes being made while emphasizing: \u201cThe Department cannot execute such sweeping systemic changes across multibillion-dollar facilities without providing the empirical baselines, safety analyses, and governance frameworks that justify them.\u201d\n\nThe full letter is available by clicking here, or reading below:\n\nDear Secretary Wright:\n\nWe write regarding the Department of Energy\u2019s (the Department or DOE) ongoing efforts to modify operating directives for the Department\u2019s National Laboratories, plants, and sites, an effort you have branded \u201cProject Velocity.\u201d On August 13, 2026, DOE announced it updated operating directives, which included revisions to 46 DOE Directives and cancellation of four DOE Directives. We are deeply concerned that the scope and pace of these simultaneous changes will weaken critical safety protections, reduce independent Federal oversight, impair public visibility into departmental operations, and transfer significant responsibility from Federal officials to contractors without adequate safeguards in place. In short, we are worried the rollback of these changes could jeopardize the safety of work being conducted across the DOE enterprise and waste taxpayer dollars.\n\nWe are particularly concerned about these changes given the Department\u2019s longstanding challenges overseeing its contractors and managing major projects and programs. At our request, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently examined the Department\u2019s earlier effort to streamline project management at the National Laboratories and nuclear security sites (which is just one of the 50 DOE directives that have been revised or cancelled to date through Project Velocity). GAO found that the Department had not established specific goals or performance measures to evaluate the overall effectiveness of implementing the Secretary\u2019s directed revisions. This is concerning given that GAO also concluded that the proposed streamlining could result in less reliable project cost estimates and late identification of cost and schedule overruns\u2014wasting time and taxpayer resources. Without reliable performance metrics and goals, cost increases and schedule slips as a result of the efforts to streamline may be harder to detect and mitigate.\n\nYou are now championing sweeping revisions to Departmental directives with Project Velocity, but GAO\u2019s recent findings are cause for real concern about how these changes will be implemented and evaluated over time. The Department claims the current initiative is a shift from \u201cprescriptive procedural compliance\u201d toward \u201cperformance-based accountability\u201d and that modernization will maintain strong safety and security standards. Yet the Department is simultaneously revising or eliminating important requirements governing independent oversight, project management, quality assurance, conduct of operations, nuclear facility safety, worker training and qualification, occurrence reporting, environmental and occupational safety reporting, and the ability of Federal and contractor employees to formally challenge technical safety decisions. The Department must demonstrate\u2014not merely assert\u2014that these changes will preserve effective Federal oversight and safety mechanisms.\n\nWe are particularly concerned by the Department\u2019s decision to wholesale cancel several DOE orders including DOE Order 231.1B, Environment, Safety and Health Reporting; DOE Order 232.2A, Occurrence Reporting and Processing of Operations Information; and DOE Order 442.2, Differing Professional Opinions for Technical Issues Involving Environmental, Safety, and Health Technical Concerns.\n\nDepartment-wide reporting requirements (such as those in Order 231.1B and Order 232.2A) provide Congress, regulators, and the public with standardized information necessary to identify trends and evaluate safety performance across the National Laboratories, plants, and sites. Fragmenting these reporting requirements or replacing them with locally determined processes risks making it significantly more difficult to identify recurring problems, compare performance across sites, and recognize emerging Department-wide safety concerns. Congress also cannot effectively conduct oversight if the Department no longer collects consistent information about what is occurring across the enterprise. A reduction in reporting burden that results in the loss of accessible information about safety incidents or worker injuries is not simply an administrative change\u2014it is a clear reduction in transparency that places safety at risk. Furthermore, eliminating these standardized safety and health databases at the very moment the Department executes the sweeping deregulatory initiatives of Project Velocity creates a dangerous diagnostic blind spot, making it impossible to empirically measure whether these systemic rollbacks are actively causing an increase in accidents, toxic exposures, or operational failures across the complex.\n\nThe Department\u2019s cancellation of DOE Order 442.2, Differing Professional Opinions for Technical Issues Involving Environmental, Safety, and Health Technical Concerns similarly guts a critical safety process. The formal Differing Professional Opinion process provided a structured mechanism for such disagreements to receive independent technical consideration outside the ordinary management chain. Eliminating that process raises serious questions about whether workers and safety professionals will continue to have an effective mechanism to challenge decisions they believe could jeopardize worker safety or public safety. Other Departmental dispute-resolution or scientific-integrity processes cannot simply be presumed to provide adequate substitutes for a process specifically designed to address technical environmental, safety, and health disagreements.\n\nAccordingly, we request that the Department immediately reinstate DOE Order 231.1B,\n\nDOE Order 232.2A, and DOE Order 442.2.\n\nWe also have significant concerns regarding the 46 DOE Directives the Department has chosen to revise governing high-consequence operations, worker safety, project management, and Federal oversight. The Department cannot execute such sweeping systemic changes across multibillion-dollar facilities without providing the empirical baselines, safety analyses, and governance frameworks that justify them.\n\nTo evaluate the cumulative operational and safety risks of Project Velocity, please provide the following information within 30 days of the date of this letter:\n\nA complete list of every requirement modified, eliminated, consolidated, transferred, or otherwise affected by the operational modernization effort, including a redline comparison of each revised directive against its predecessor.\n\nFor each eliminated or materially modified requirement, the Department\u2019s justification for the change, including the statutory, regulatory, technical, scientific, or operational basis relied upon.\n\nA complete description of the process used to develop and approve the 46 directive revisions and four cancellations.\n\nAn explanation of the role of Department officials and offices, the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB), the Office of Environment, Health, Safety, and Security (EHSS), and the Office of Enterprise Assessments in reviewing and approving the changes, including the criteria used to determine that each revision or cancellation would not adversely affect nuclear safety, worker safety, security, environmental protection, project performance, or Federal oversight.\n\nAn explanation of the role of, or consultations undertaken with, National Laboratories, management and operating (M&O) contractors, subject matter experts, worker representatives, labor unions, safety organizations, and other entities, in reviewing and approving the changes, including the criteria used to determine that each revision or cancellation would not adversely affect nuclear safety, worker safety, security, environmental protection, project performance, or Federal oversight.\n\nFor DOE Order 231.1B and DOE Order 232.2A, a crosswalk identifying which reporting requirements, thresholds, and other data within these Orders have been incorporated into other directives, and which have been eliminated or delegated to local contractor discretion.\n\nFor DOE Order 231.1B and DOE Order 232.2A, an explanation of how the Department will conduct complex-wide trend analysis, benchmarking, and early warning detection across National Laboratories and sites without standardized enterprise databases.\n\nFor DOE Order 231.1B and DOE Order 232.2A, the specific contractual and legal mechanisms DOE line management will use to enforce timely incident reporting and data submission in the absence of these orders.\n\nA description of any changes to Occurrence Reporting and Processing System (ORPS), Computerized Accident Incident Reporting System (CAIRS), Radiation Exposure Monitoring System (REMS), or other safety and occurrence reporting systems resulting directly or indirectly from Project Velocity, including any changes in reporting thresholds, categories, timeframes, required data elements, public accessibility, or governmental review.\n\nFor DOE Order 442.2, an explanation of what process now permits a Federal or contractor employee to formally challenge an environmental, safety, health, engineering, maintenance, or operational technical decision; how that process ensures independence from the management officials whose decision is being challenged; and what protections exist against retaliation.\n\nA detailed crosswalk identifying which provisions of DOE Order 442.2, if any, the Department believes have been preserved elsewhere, including the authority and process for independent technical review and final disposition of differing professional opinions.\n\nFor each revised directive affecting nuclear safety, worker safety, quality assurance, conduct of operations, training and qualification, readiness, maintenance, emergency management, or independent oversight, an assessment of the safety functions or controls removed or modified and the basis for the Department\u2019s determination that the revised requirements provide equivalent or greater protection.\n\nA list of all Contractor Requirements Documents or other requirements that have been eliminated, reduced, or replaced as part of Project Velocity, together with an explanation of how the Department plans to verify contractor performance in the absence of those requirements.\n\nA description of every new or expanded authority provided to M&O contractors or National Laboratory directors under the revised directives, including any authority previously exercised by Federal officials, and the circumstances under which DOE may revoke or reassume that authority.\n\nFor DOE Order 413.3C, a list of all projects for which critical decision or other project management authority has been, or is expected to be, delegated to M&O contractor personnel, including total project cost, current project status, responsible contractor, and the Federal reviews and approvals that will no longer occur as a result of that delegation.\n\nFor DOE Order 414.1F, an explanation of the basis for reducing the deemed-approved period for Quality Assurance Programs from 90 days to 30 days; the number of Quality Assurance Programs that DOE historically has taken more than 30 days to review; and what safeguards will prevent a deficient program from becoming effective solely because DOE failed to complete its review within the required period.\n\nA description of how the Office of Enterprise Assessments, the DNFSB, and other independent Federal oversight organizations will maintain their ability to conduct independent assessments when warranted, including whether any revised directive limits such reviews because a contractor or another Departmental office or program has previously assessed the same activity.\n\nThe specific, outcome-oriented goals and performance measures that will be used to evaluate Project Velocity department-wide, including baseline data against which changes in cost, schedule, safety performance, worker injuries, project performance, and other outcomes will be measured.\n\nA description of how the Department will identify unintended consequences of the changes, including deterioration in safety performance or loss of visibility into contractor operations, and the thresholds or criteria that would cause the Department to restore a requirement or otherwise modify a revised directive.\n\nAll analyses, risk assessments, business cases, cost-benefit analyses, safety reviews, legal reviews, crosswalks, decision memoranda, and other documents used to support the 46 directive revisions and four cancellations.\n\nWe recognize the importance of ensuring that the Department\u2019s requirements are efficient, current, and appropriately tailored to risk. We share those goals. However, efficiency cannot come at the expense of independent oversight, reliable information, technical rigor, and the worker protections necessary to safely operate the Department\u2019s unique facilities and effectively and responsibly steward billions of taxpayer dollars.\n\nThe Department\u2019s reliance on contractors makes strong Federal oversight more\u2014not less\u2014important. The Department should proceed cautiously before removing systems developed over decades to ensure that Federal officials, Congress, and the workforce can identify problems before they become accidents, project failures, or significant taxpayer liabilities.\n\nWe look forward to your response within 30 days.\n\nSincerely,", 1, "2026-09-17T09:52:05Z", "2026-09-17T09:53:00Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-secures-wins-northwest-ohio-house-passed-national-water-projects", "Kaptur Secures Wins for Northwest Ohio in House Passed National Water Projects Bill", "2026-09-16", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "September 16, 2026\n\nBipartisan Water Resources Development Act Now Awaits US Senate Action\n\nWashington, DC \u2014 Tonight, by a strong bipartisan vote of 415-9 the US House of Representatives passed H.R. 9497, the Water Resources Development Act of 2026 (WRDA), which provides authority for the US Army Corps of Engineers to improve our Nation\u2019s ports and harbors and work with State and local partners to construct flood control, storm risk reduction, and environmental restoration projects.\n\nCongresswoman Marcy Kaptur has championed this bipartisan legislation as Ranking Member of the House Energy and Water Development Appropriations Subcommittee, which takes the lead in shaping annual legislation funding these Army Corps of Engineers programs and projects.\n\n\u201cI am pleased this bipartisan bill contains several projects I proposed and requested be included. Among these items are additional dollars for the Corps of Engineers to upgrade drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure in Toledo and Oregon, expanded authority for the Corps of Engineers to construct in partnership with the Village of Kelleys Island a new sanitary sewer system for Kelleys Island, and permission for the Corps of Engineers to study the feasibility of stabilizing and revitalizing the riverbank in downtown Toledo with Federal funds as part of the City\u2019s \u2018Grass City Riverwalk\u2019 project,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cThese water projects protect life and property, grow our economy, and represent the best of what can be accomplished when the Federal Government works together with local partners to plan, construct, and implement infrastructure solutions to the challenges we face in Lake Erie\u2019s Western Basin, the heart of the our Freshwater Kingdom.\u201d\n\nThis bill now moves to the US Senate which is working on its own version of the legislation. A single compromise version reconciling the House-passed and Senate bills will ultimately be needed before the end of the year if it is to become law. Congress has a successful track record of enacting comprehensive water resources legislation every two years for the past decade\u2014since 2014.\n\nKey provisions included as a result of Congresswoman Kaptur\u2019s efforts in H.R. 9497, the version of the legislation passed by the full US House of Representatives today are\u2014\n\nSupport for Toledo and Oregon Water Infrastructure (Lucas County). An additional $34.5 Million is authorized for the US Army Corps of Engineers to help the Cities of Toledo and Oregon upgrade water, wastewater, and stormwater systems\u2014bringing the total authorized Federal support for these projects in law to $45 Million. A similar provision is included in the pending Senate version of the legislation (S. 4949) and the City of Toledo formally submitted a proposal for these infrastructure upgrades to the US Army Corps of Engineers last year.\n\nNew Wastewater System for Kelleys Island (Erie County). A $16 Million authorization would allow the US Army Corps of Engineers to design and build a new sanitary sewer system and treatment plant in cooperation with the Village of Kelleys Island. This would shift homes and businesses on Kelleys Island away from reliance on septic tanks, reducing risks to Lake Erie\u2019s water quality and public health as seen during the historic rainfall and flooding on the island this past summer. This Federal investment would also support the island\u2019s tourism economy and residential community. The pending US Senate bill does not contain a similar provision.\n\nStudy of the Maumee River Waterfront in Downtown Toledo (Glass City Riverwalk). The US Army Corps of Engineers would be authorized to work with Metroparks Toledo to study the feasibility and develop an economic justification of constructing with up to 65% of Federal funding flood protection, riverbank stabilization, environmental improvements, and recreation opportunities along the Maumee River near downtown Toledo from the Anthony Wayne Bridge upriver toward Miami Street. The project is part of an overall initiative led by Metroparks Toledo to bring high-quality public greenspace, trails, and programs to downtown Toledo\u2019s riverfront neighborhoods, and was formally submitted last year by Metroparks Toledo to the Army Corps for consideration. The pending US Senate bill includes a similar provision.\n\nStreamlined and Prioritized Partnerships for Beneficially Reusing Dredged Material from Ohio Harbors. The US Army Corps of Engineers would be given streamlined authority to work with local governments and nonprofit organizations in the State of Ohio to create sites for beneficially reusing material dredged by the Corps from Federally maintained harbors in Ohio, including at the Port of Toledo (Lucas County) and Port of Sandusky (Erie County) which together represent the largest dredging budget in the entire Great Lakes. This provision helps facilitate the process for bringing additional dredge material placement and disposal sites online so the material could be beneficially repurposed for shoreline protection, habitat restoration, and other beneficial uses. Overall, this provision\u2014which Congresswoman Kaptur authored and has been strongly advocating for in recent years\u2014is designed to help resolve longstanding logistical challenges and capacity constraints with containing the large volume of material dredged from harbors in Lake Erie and to keep these harbors navigable and open to commerce. The US Army Corps of Engineers has committed\u2014at Congresswoman Kaptur\u2019s urging\u2014to beneficially use at least 70% of dredged material by 2030. The pending Senate bill contains a related provision encouraging the Army Corps to coordinate with relevant stakeholders in Ohio to address the dredging and dredging placement needs for Toledo Harbor.\n\nImproving Safety and Navigation for the Toussaint River Navigation Channel (Ottawa County). The House bill authorizes the US Army Corps of Engineers to dredge the Toussaint River navigation channel at full Federal cost in the future, lifting a financial burden currently on Carroll Township, which under current Corps policy dating to 1989 is required to finance 28 percent of dredging costs. This harbor has not been dredged since 2004. Congresswoman Kaptur has been pursuing a solution for Carroll Township Trustees, concerned citizens, and local residents that prioritizes safety and that would open up the harbor, as originally authorized in 1989, to support greater economic activity. The pending US Senate bill does not contain a similar provision.\n\nDoubling Funding for Great Lakes Restoration Projects. The House bill raises the Federal funding cap for Great Lakes Fishery and Ecosystem Restoration (GLFER) projects from $10 Million to $20 Million per project. This change would allow two stalled projects to move forward\u2014the Sandusky River seasonal grass carp barrier in Fremont (Sandusky County) to deter grass carp spawning estimated to cost $14.4 Million and habitat restoration for fish production with recreational elements at Towpath Park in Maumee (Lucas County) also estimated at full development to cost approximately $14 Million. The pending US Senate bill does not contain a similar provision.\n\nAdditional provisions in the House-passed bill for which Congresswoman Kaptur has partnered with other Members of Congress representing the Great Lakes Region to successfully incorporate include provisions\u2014\n\nDesignating $20 Million over the next four years for the Great Lakes Commission to advance water resource projects in the Great Lakes Region.\n\nDirecting the US Army Corps of Engineers to complete an overdue report on recreational boating in the Great Lakes; and\n\nResolving a long\u2011standing compensation issue to improve recruitment and retention for Federal employees who operate and maintain the Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. The Soo Locks are a critical passageway for ships moving between Lake Superior and the lower Great Lakes\u2014supporting the transport of nearly all America\u2019s domestic iron ore and other essential raw materials mined in Northern Minnesota and Michigan and shipped to steel mills along Lake Erie. These mills include the Cleveland\u2011Cliffs facilities in Ohio\u2019s 9th Congressional District and other plants that anchor Northwest Ohio\u2019s defense industrial and advanced manufacturing base. Congresswoman Kaptur has been a leading proponent for the modernization and expansion of the Soo Locks, a project now underway and slated for completion in 2030, which she last visited in the summer of 2025.\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s now important for the US Senate to pass this legislation and to include these projects and provisions for Northwest Ohio. I remain committed to working hard for the remainder of this Congress to get this legislation across the finish line and to protect our bipartisan progress in the House. We need that same bipartisan support so these projects, which directly benefit our people and the places we call home, can move forward,\u201d added Congresswoman Kaptur.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-09-17T09:52:05Z", "2026-09-17T09:53:00Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-announces-175000-grant-for-akron-canton-regional-airport-authority", "Rep. Sykes Announces $175,000 Grant for Akron Canton Regional Airport Authority", "2026-09-16", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "CANTON, OH \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced that the Akron-Canton Regional Airport Authority will receive $175,000 in federal funding through the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) FY26 Airport Improvement Program.\n\nThe grant will fund the acquisition of 35 new vehicle movement area transponders, bringing the airport into conformity with current federal safety standards. Vehicle movement area transponders track ground vehicles operating on runways, taxiways, and other restricted airfield surfaces, giving air traffic controllers real-time visibility into airfield activity and reducing the risk of runway incursions.\n\nThe funding comes through the FAA's Airport Improvement Program, which provides federal grants to public-use airports for projects related to safety, capacity, and infrastructure. Akron-Canton Regional Airport serves as a key transportation and economic hub for Summit and Stark counties, supporting commercial passenger service, cargo operations, and general aviation.\n\n\u201cThis federal investment in Akron-Canton Airport strengthens safety for everyone who works and travels through the airport. I'm proud to have helped secure this funding, and I'll keep working to bring resources home to Ohio's 13th District,\u201d said Congresswoman Sykes. \u201cEvery dollar we bring home for projects like this one means a safer, stronger airport for the families and businesses that depend on it.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are grateful to Congresswoman Sykes for her continued commitment to aviation and for helping secure this Airport Improvement Program grant,\u201d said Ren Camacho, President and CEO of the Akron-Canton Airport. \u201cThis funding will allow CAK to equip our airfield vehicles with Vehicle Movement Area Transponders, adding another important layer of safety by improving visibility and situational awareness across the airfield.\u201d\n\nThis announcement follows Congresswoman Sykes' ongoing efforts to secure federal infrastructure funding for Ohio's 13th District, including previous investments in transportation, aviation, and public safety projects across Summit, Stark, and Portage counties.", 1, "2026-09-17T09:52:05Z", "2026-09-17T09:53:00Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-votes-yes-on-war-powers-resolution-for-sixth-time-demands-president-trump-end-unauthorized-iran-war", "Rep. Sykes Votes Yes on War Powers Resolution for Sixth Time, Demands President Trump End Unauthorized Iran War", "2026-09-16", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 For the sixth time, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) voted in favor of a war powers resolution directing the withdrawal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran.\n\nSeven months after President Trump launched unauthorized military strikes, Rep. Sykes continues to demand an end to the war with Iran that has cost American service members their lives and placed additional financial strain on families already struggling to make ends meet.\n\n\u201cPresident Trump rushed our country into another endless war without a vote from Congress, without a clear plan to bring it to an end, and without answering to the American people,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cEighteen service members have already been killed, and hundreds more have been wounded because of this reckless decision. This war has already cost American taxpayers billions of dollars, and President Trump is asking for billions more to continue a conflict he cannot explain and a strategy he cannot defend. Meanwhile, families in Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District and across the country are feeling the strain as costs continue to rise and their budgets get tighter. The American people deserve answers, and Congress must act to end this unauthorized war.\u201d\n\nThe resolution passed the House and now goes to the Senate for consideration.", 1, "2026-09-18T09:27:43Z", "2026-09-18T09:29:09Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-honors-first-responders-on-the-25th-anniversary-of-9/11", "Rep. Sykes Honors First Responders on the 25th Anniversary of 9/11", "2026-09-11", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AKRON, OH \u2013 U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) issued the following statement honoring the 2,977 Americans who lost their lives in the World Trade Center attacks, and the resilience of the first responders who answered the call to serve on September 11, 2001.\n\n\u201cSeptember 11th forever changed us as a nation. On the 25th anniversary of this horrific attack, I am remembering those we lost, and reaffirming my commitment to our first responders \u2013 including firefighters, police officers, and paramedics \u2013 who stand as pillars of courage in our communities, embodying America\u2019s enduring spirit,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cAs we come together to remember the 2,977 Americans lost on this day, I am reflecting on the lasting impact their memories have left on our nation.\n\n\u201cEvery generation carries forward its own remembrance. Some are old enough to remember exactly where they stood that morning. Others have only known a world shaped by what came after: the wars, the security measures, and the grief that rippled through families.\n\n\u201cDespite the pain of our collective loss on September 11, I am reminded of the unwavering bravery of both first responders and bystanders who ran toward the destruction to save countless lives that day. Their selfless actions remind us of the deep resilience and unity at the heart of our country.\n\n\u201cIf September 11th is remembered for what was lost, September 12th is remembered for what was found. Americans woke up the next morning to a changed country, but also to a shared sense of purpose that cut across every line that divides us. Neighbors checked on neighbors. Strangers gave blood, donated supplies, and stood in line for hours to help however they could. I have often said that Ohio\u2019s 13th District is the Birthplace of Champions precisely because of moments like these, when everyday people choose to show up for one another.\n\n\u201cTwenty five years later, our shared promise is the same as it was on September 12, 2001. We do not forget, and we keep building a country worthy of what was given for it. As your representative in Congress, I remain steadfast in my commitment to fostering the American spirit and to always fighting for those who put their lives on the line to protect their fellow Americans.\u201d\n\nRep. Sykes joined the City of Canton for the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, to honor the first responders who lost their lives in the attacks on September 11, 2001. Participants climbed the equivalent of the 110 stories of the World Trade Center beginning at 8:46 a.m. to coincide with the time the North Tower was struck.", 1, "2026-09-12T09:02:30Z", "2026-09-12T09:03:27Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/brown-announces-20-million-dollar-grant-gcrta-platform-renovations-funded", "Brown Announces $20 Million Dollar Grant for GCRTA Platform Renovations Funded by Bipartisan Infrastructure Law", "2026-09-10", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Cleveland, OH \u2013 Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) is proud to announce that the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) has been awarded a $20 million dollar grant to fund renovations to Green Line light rail platforms. The Department of Transportation has awarded GCRTA with an All Stations Accessibility Program (ASAP) grant. The ASAP grant program was created and funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which Brown voted for in 2021. Congresswoman Brown also supported GCRTA\u2019s funding request with an official letter of support in April.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m proud to announce more federal funding is coming to Northeast Ohio thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This is a big win for our community: $20 million for our transit system that thousands of Ohioans rely on. I was proud to advocate for this funding because this federal grant will help make GCRTA platforms more accessible, allowing more passengers and their families use the Rapid to get where they need to go. It\u2019s another example of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law delivering for Northeast Ohio,\u201d said Congresswoman Brown.\n\n\u201cAccessibility is about more than platforms and sidewalks; it represents independence, dignity and ensuring everyone can fully participate in our community. Once this project is complete, every rail station in our system will be ADA accessible, which is a major milestone for our network. For our riders, that translates into improved access to jobs, health care, education and everything Greater Cleveland has to offer. We appreciate the unwavering support of Congresswoman Shontel Brown, as a steadfast supporter of public transportation, through legislative advocacy and measurable action,\" said India L. Birdsong Terry, GCRTA General Manager and CEO.\n\nThe DOT\u2019s ASAP program provides federal competitive grants to assist eligible entities in financing capital projects to upgrade the accessibility of legacy rail fixed guideway public transportation systems for people with disabilities.\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-11T09:25:29Z", "2026-09-11T09:27:08Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-375-million-investment-programs-support-northwest-ohio", "Kaptur Announces $3.75 Million of Investment in Programs to Support Northwest Ohio Fathers", "2026-09-09", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, announced that three Northwest Ohio organizations will receive awards totaling $3.75 Million through the US Department of Health and Human Services\u2019 Office of Family Assistance, through its Responsible Fatherhood Program. The Zepf Center, the Ridge Project, Inc., and Pathway, Inc. will each receive $1,250,000 for their programs that encourage fathers in our Northwest Ohio community to take an active role in their children\u2019s lives.\n\n\"Our Northwest Ohio community is fortunate to have amazing people and programs that work to build strong families and caring communities,\u201d said Congresswoman Kaptur. \u201cEquipping young fathers with the skills and resources they need to be an active presence in their families\u2019 lives will lay a solid foundation for success. The vital work these organizations do cannot be overstated, and this major Federal investment means that thousands of our region\u2019s youngest citizens will grow up with positive role models and the ability to foster healthy lifelong relationships.\u201d\n\nThe Zepf Center will use the award for their Fatherhood Connection program, which seeks to empower fathers at every stage of parenthood, from expecting fathers to grandfathers and father figures. They teachparenting classes through the Nurturing Fathers program, and they provide extensive economic and vocational support to fathers. The Ridge Project serves families navigating the justice system, whether a member of the family is incarcerated or on probation. Their award will support its TYRO Fathers program, which equips fathers with life, job, and parenting skills for becoming strongly involved in their families\u2019 lives. Serving the Toledo-area community, Pathway provides numerous services to reduce poverty. They serve families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities, and their award will be used to support their Brothers United program.\n\nThese new Federal investments build on similar previous awards to communities across our Northwest Ohio region. Just last year, Congresswoman Kaptur secured a combined total of more than $3.7 Million for three responsible fatherhood programs through the US Department of Health and Human Services.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-09-10T09:25:58Z", "2026-09-10T09:27:09Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/brown-calls-ge-healthcare-engage-good-faith-negotiations-workers-aurora", "Brown Calls on GE HealthCare to Engage in Good-Faith Negotiations with Workers at Aurora Facility", "2026-09-04", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Cleveland, OH \u2013 Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) has written to GE HealthCare urging them to negotiate in good faith with workers represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Local 1363 at the facility in Aurora, Ohio.\n\nIn her letter to Peter J. Arduini, President and Chief Executive Officer of GE Healthcare, Brown cited \u201cprolonged delays and a lack of meaningful progress at the bargaining table.\u201d Brown called on the company to \u201cmeet its obligations under federal labor law, engage in regular and meaningful good-faith negotiations, and work toward a fair first contract in a timely manner.\u201d\n\nIn June, the House passed the bipartisan Faster Labor Contracts Act, legislation cosponsored by Brown, to ensure that when workers vote to form a union, employers are not allowed to drag out negotiations on first contracts.\n\nThe text of the letter is copied below:\n\nPeter J. Arduini\n\nPresident and Chief Executive Officer\n\nGE HealthCare\n\n500 W. Monroe Street\n\nChicago, IL 60661\n\nDear Mr. Arduini:\n\nI write regarding the ongoing negotiations between GE HealthCare and approximately 130 employees at your Aurora, Ohio facility represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Local 1363. These employees voted in January 2025 to join IAM and have been working to secure their first collective bargaining agreement ever since.\n\nThe work performed at the Aurora facility is critical to GE HealthCare\u2019s mission and to Northeast Ohio\u2019s advanced manufacturing economy. Your employees in Aurora manufacture coils used in MRI machines that help physicians diagnose and treat patients around the world.\n\nI have heard from constituents who have described prolonged delays and a lack of meaningful progress at the bargaining table. According to those constituents, negotiations have continued for more than 18 months, while GE HealthCare has declined to meet on a regular bargaining schedule and did not provide comprehensive economic proposals until July 2026. Those proposals reportedly included wages below some employees\u2019 current rates of pay, reductions in paid time off, and increased health care costs for employees and their families.\n\nI also understand that IAM has filed two unfair labor practice charges with the National Labor Relations Board (Cases 08-CA-374224 and 08-CA-385852) concerning GE HealthCare\u2019s conduct during negotiations, including allegations that the company has refused to meet regularly and withheld annual merit raises in 2026.\n\nI recognize that these allegations remain before the NLRB and that the Board is responsible for determining their merits. Nevertheless, the National Labor Relations Act protects employees\u2019 rights to organize and bargain collectively through representatives of their choosing and requires employers and unions to bargain in good faith. I urge GE HealthCare to respect both the letter and spirit of these protections and refrain from any conduct that could interfere with employees\u2019 exercise of their federally protected rights.\n\nI urge GE HealthCare to meet its obligations under federal labor law, engage in regular and meaningful good-faith negotiations, and work toward a fair first contract in a timely manner. I recognize that the terms of any agreement must be determined through the collective bargaining process and do not seek to dictate its outcome. However, after more than 18 months of negotiations, these employees deserve a consistent, constructive, and good-faith bargaining process.\n\nThank you for your attention to this important matter. I look forward to your response and to a resolution that supports GE HealthCare\u2019s employees, the company, and the patients and communities that depend on their work.\n\nSincerely,", 1, "2026-09-05T08:49:07Z", "2026-09-05T08:50:44Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-blumenthal-tillis-fitzpatrick-urge-state-department-distribute", "Kaptur, Blumenthal, Tillis, & Fitzpatrick Urge State Department To Distribute Funding To Organizations Assisting Kidnapped Ukrainian Children", "2026-09-03", "2026", "2026-09", "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), Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), and US Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) wrote Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging him to move quickly in awarding $25 Million the State Department has made available to \u201csupport the identification, return, rehabilitation, and reintegration of Ukrainian children forcibly transferred to Russia and Russian-occupied territories.\u201d\n\nAlthough the funding was announced in March, it has not yet been distributed. An estimated 20,000 Ukrainian children have been forcibly transferred to Russia or areas in Ukraine occupied by Russia.\n\n\u201cWhile we understand the need for rigorous review, thousands of kidnapped Ukrainian children remain separated from their families, and every delay extends the pain and suffering they and their families have already endured,\u201d the members wrote.\n\nThe full text of the bipartisan, bicameral letter is available by clicking here, or reading below:\n\nDear Secretary Rubio,\n\nWe write regarding the Department of State\u2019s commitment of $25 Million to support the identification, return, rehabilitation, and reintegration of Ukrainian children forcibly transferred to Russia and Russian-occupied territories. We welcome the Department\u2019s efforts and urge you to move expeditiously to award these funds.\n\nThe Department announced available funding opportunities in March 2026. Since then, we have heard directly from organizations working to locate and return Ukrainian children about the continued delay in awarding these funds and the impact it is having on their critical work.\n\nWhile we understand the need for rigorous review, thousands of kidnapped Ukrainian children remain separated from their families, and every delay extends the pain and suffering they and their families have already endured.\n\nWe therefore respectfully urge the Department to promptly complete its review and award the full $25 Million already committed to this important work. Please also provide an update on the anticipated timeline for announcing these awards. Know that Congress stands ready to assist your efforts should you require additional authorities to complete this task.\n\nThank you for your attention to this matter and your continued commitment to helping bring Ukraine\u2019s stolen children home.", 1, "2026-09-04T09:19:37Z", "2026-09-04T09:20:58Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-resumption-brandon-road-project", "Kaptur Statement on Resumption of Brandon Road Project", "2026-09-03", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water and Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Congressional Great Lakes Task Force, released the following statement on the status of the work by the US Army Corps of Engineers to construct the invasive carp barrier at the Brandon Road Lock and Dam in Joliet, Illinois.\n\n\"I\u2019m pleased work at Brandon Road can start again. This is great news for the Great Lakes, and I thank the Governors who joined me to press the President this week to get it done. With more than a month of critical construction time lost, the Administration still owes Congress and the public an explanation why the stop work order was issued,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cCongress authorized this barrier, paid for it, and watched two states put up their own money and their own land to see it built. A project that protects the drinking water, fisheries, and the livelihoods of 30 Million people should never be treated as a bargaining chip. The Army Corps of Engineers should move with great haste to make up the lost ground. I will be watching every step of the way until this project to protect the Great Lakes fisheries is finished.\u201d\n\nKaptur\u2019s statement follows a month-long delay on the project in which the Trump Administration ordered the Army Corps of Engineers to halt work, giving no reasoning to Congress or to the public. The project, which was authorized and planned in 2024, is designed to prevent invasive carp from reaching the Great Lakes and devastating the region\u2019s $11 Billion fishing and recreation industry.\n\nCongresswoman Kaptur has long been a leading and staunch advocate for the entire Great Lakes region, fighting to protect the vitality of the Lakes and the people, animals, and plants that call them home. On July 31, 2026, Congresswoman Kaptur, along with her fellow co-chairs on the Bipartisan Great Lakes Task Force, sent a letter urging the Trump administration to lift stop-work orders on the project. Congresswoman Kaptur also raised the importance of timely, uninterrupted construction of the Brandon Road Project with the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works and the Commanding General of the Army Corps of Engineers at an Energy and Water Appropriations Subcommittee Annual Budget Hearing for the Army Corps on April 16, 2026. And she has been following through with communications to Army Corps leadership each time a pause or delay arises as a result of the current Administration\u2019s decision-making needlessly putting the Great Lakes at greater risk of invasive carp penetration.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-09-04T09:19:37Z", "2026-09-04T09:20:58Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/ag-vice-ranking-member-brown-ranking-member-craig-press-chairman-thompson", "Ag Vice Ranking Member Brown, Ranking Member Craig Press Chairman Thompson on Oversight", "2026-09-03", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Yesterday, House Agriculture Committee Vice Ranking Member Shontel Brown (OH-11) and Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02) and urged Chairman Glenn \u201cGT\u201d Thompson to fulfill Congress\u2019 oversight responsibilities on behalf of America\u2019s farm families. This follows a January 2026 letter, which provided a list of potential oversight hearing topics for the chairman.\n\nThe lawmakers write: \u201cUnfortunately, since we sent [the January] letter, things have only gotten worse. The administration launched its seemingly never-ending and illegal war with Iran, which the former agricultural leaders correctly point out is contributing to the challenges farmers are facing with high input prices. [\u2026]\n\n\u201cWith only 15 legislative days until Congress adjourns for October, the Committee should be using its few legislative days left to conduct oversight examining in depth (1) the current farm crisis and (2) what policy changes or improvements are needed to correct this continued downward spiral the American agricultural economy appears to stuck in.\u201d\n\nRead the letter here.\n\nPresident Trump\u2019s inflationary tariffs and illegal wars in the Middle East have cost farmers tens of billions of dollars and increased the price of food and gas for everyday Americans. House Republicans have done nothing to speak up against the president\u2019s backward priorities which are costing hardworking Americans and putting farmers out of business.\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-04T09:19:37Z", "2026-09-04T09:20:58Z"], ["https://landsman.house.gov/posts/landsman-opens-nominations-for-oh-01-veteran-of-the-year-award", "Landsman Opens Nominations for 2026 OH-01 Veteran of the Year Award", "2026-09-01", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Greg Landsman", "L000601", "landsman.house.gov", "landsman", "https://landsman.house.gov/press", "scraper", "Cincinnati, OH \u2013 Today, Congressman Greg Landsman (OH-01) announced the opening of nominations for the 1st Congressional District\u2019s Veteran of the Year award, an opportunity to recognize a veteran from Southwestern Ohio who has made an outstanding impact on our community.\n\nLandsman has prioritized making sure veterans in Southwest Ohio are supported. As a member of the House Committee on Veterans\u2019 Affairs in the 118th Congress, he has introduced legislation and worked to advocate for policies that help veterans.\n\nLandsman is inviting Ohio\u2019s 1st Congressional District to nominate a veteran they believe deserves to be honored for their service and contributions to our community.\n\nEligible veterans must be constituents of Ohio\u2019s 1st Congressional District. Applications for the 2026 Veteran of the Year Award are open from September 1st through September 30th.\n\nTwo veterans will be chosen \u2013 one from Hamilton County and one from Warren County. The winners will be announced in November\n\nTo nominate a veteran, please click the link below.", 1, "2026-09-01T09:48:49Z", "2026-09-01T09:49:51Z"], ["https://landsman.house.gov/posts/landsman-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-to-keep-ai-from-making-health-care-decisions", "Landsman Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Keep AI from Making Health Care Decisions", "2026-09-01", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Greg Landsman", "L000601", "landsman.house.gov", "landsman", "https://landsman.house.gov/press", "scraper", "Cincinnati, OH \u2013 Today, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01), Congressman Buddy Carter (R-GA-01), Congresswoman Kim Schrier (D-WA-08), and Congressman Tom Barrett (R-MI-07) introduced bipartisan legislation to prevent artificial intelligence from making health care decisions that should be made by qualified health care professionals.\n\nHealth care systems are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to evaluate claims and determine if certain health care for patients is \u201cmedical necessity. This has led to denials of claims \u2013 impacting mental health coverage, cancer treatment, hospital stays, and more.\n\nIn response, Representatives Landsman, Carter, Schrier, and Barrett introduced the bipartisan Doctors Not AI Act \u2013 legislation to ensure medical decisions are made by a health professional, not AI.\n\nThe Doctor\u2019s Not AI Act would:\n\n1. Ensure AI is only used in a Supporting Role\n\nPrevents AI from making or issuing harmful determinations involving medical judgment.\n\nAllows insurers to use AI technology to assist with processing claims.\n\nRequires that denials based on medical necessity be made by a licensed health care professional with appropriate expertise.\n\n2. Protect Independent Clinical Judgment\n\nRequires health professionals to independently review each patient\u2019s individual medical circumstances.\n\n3. Increase Transparency\n\nRequires disclosure when AI is used in the review process and must be included in the administrative record.\n\nGives patients the right to know if AI has played a role in their insurance denial.\n\n4. Protects Access to Mental Health Care\n\nHelps prevent AI from unfairly denying or limiting mental health and substance use disorder care.\n\nCongressman Landsman:\n\n\u201cWhen a computer system is making decisions about health care, people will get hurt. We have to make sure health care professionals remain the decision makers.If not, folks will be left with massive bills, their health getting worse, or even life-threatening consequences.\u201d\n\nCongressman Carter:\n\n\u201cEvery patient\u2019s medical needs are unique and decisions about their care require the judgment of a qualified health care professional, not an algorithm. While AI can help make the claims process more efficient, it should never have the final say in denying someone access to medically necessary care. I am proud to co-lead the Doctors Not AI Act to put patients first, preserve independent clinical judgment, and bring greater transparency and accountability to insurers\u2019 use of AI.\u201d\n\nCongressman Schrier, M.D.:\n\n\u201cIt is critical that doctors, not automated systems or AI-powered models, are in charge of critical healthcare decisions for their patients. We are now seeing insurers implement automated systems that can make dangerous decisions about a patient\u2019s health, coverage, and treatment plans. Medical decisions should be made by health professionals, and we need oversight and transparency now to keep Americans safe and healthy.\u201d\n\nCongressman Barrett:\n\n\u201cArtificial intelligence should never replace the judgment of a doctor. When it comes to someone\u2019s health and well-being, the outcome is too important to leave it up to an algorithm. This bill makes sure doctors \u2014 not AI \u2014 remain responsible for determining what care patients need while bringing greater transparency to the use of these technologies in health insurance.\u201d\n\nCraig Obey, Senior Vice President of Federal Affairs at Inseparable\n\n\u201cInsurance coverage decisions that affect someone\u2019s mental healthcare, cancer treatment, or hospital stay should never be dictated by an algorithm. AI should be used responsibly and only as a supplementary tool, not substitute for the informed judgment of trained clinicians about the care patients need. The DNAI Act will ensure that patients are protected through a more transparent, fair, and honest system.\u201d\n\nRead the bill text HERE.\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-02T09:19:58Z", "2026-09-02T09:20:51Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-announces-38-million-grant-for-ywca-cantons-early-head-start-program", "Rep. Sykes Announces $3.8 Million Grant for YWCA Canton\u2019s Early Head Start Program", "2026-09-01", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "CANTON, OH \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced that the YWCA Canton has received a $3,825,915 federal grant to support its Early Head Start programming and provide year-round child care and family support services for infants and toddlers across Stark County.\n\n\u201cEvery family deserves access to quality child care and the resources they need to give their children a strong start,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cThis federal investment will help YWCA Canton continue providing critical early learning and family support services to children and families across Stark County. I\u2019m proud to support programs that give children the opportunity to thrive while helping parents and caregivers build a stronger future for their families.\u201d\n\n\u201cYWCA Canton is grateful for the continued support of its board of directors, childcare partners, staff, and community partners who help make these services possible.\u201d said Janelle M. Lee, CEO of YWCA Canton.\n\nYWCA Canton provides year-round child care and family support services through its Early Learning Center and in partnership with Small Steps Big Dreams, JRC Learning Center, Artful Family, OakPark Childcare, and Stuckey Learning Center. Together, these providers serve infants and toddlers throughout Stark County, including children in foster care and families experiencing homelessness, living below the poverty line, or raising children with developmental needs. From September 2025 through August 2026, the program served 413 children and provided more than 47,000 meals and snacks.", 1, "2026-09-02T09:19:58Z", "2026-09-02T09:20:51Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-sykes-votes-to-extend-government-funding-delay-implementation-of-harmful-omb-rule-impacting-federal-grants-for-local-entities", "Reps. Sykes Votes to Extend Government Funding, Delay Implementation of Harmful OMB Rule Impacting Federal Grants for Local Entities", "2026-09-01", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Representatives Emilia Sykes (OH-13) voted to pass the Senate Amendment to H.R. 6500, Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027. This bill extends government funding through December 11, 2026.\n\nThe Senate-amended version of this bill closed a loophole that allowed the Trump administration to continue providing additional funding to Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) without additional transparency or accountability measures. Rep. Sykes voted against the Republican-led House of Representatives version of this bill in July because it lacked important safeguards against additional funding for CBP and ICE without accountability measures.\n\nAdditionally, this amended continuing resolution delays the implementation of a harmful proposed Office of Management and Budget (OMB) rule that would allow the Trump administration to discriminate against federal grant awardees based on their political affiliations or beliefs. This proposed rule is delayed until December 11, 2026 with the passage of this legislation.\n\n\u201cWith the amendments made by the Senate, I voted to support this temporary government funding bill that extends federal funding through December 11, 2026,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cThe amended legislation blocks additional funding for ICE and CBP without the implementation of safeguards or accountability measures. It also delays the implementation of an egregious proposed rule that would allow the Trump administration to discriminate against federal grantees based on politics and reward their supporters at the expense of American cities and nonprofits. Federal funding should not be allocated based on political beliefs; Congress must block the implementation of this proposed rule that violates American\u2019s first amendment rights before the December 11 deadline.\u201d\n\nThis bill has passed both the House and the Senate. It now goes to President Trump to be signed into law.\n\nPreviously, Rep. Sykes joined three letters opposing the proposed OMB rule that would give the Trump administration unprecedented authority over federal grants nationwide. Federal grants support communities throughout Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District, helping fund research, local initiatives, and programs that serve residents across the region. Rep. Sykes will continue working to protect a grantmaking process where decisions are based on merit and the value a project brings to communities, not political considerations.\n\nThe Democratic Women\u2019s Caucus letter can be found here.\n\nThe House Oversight Committee Democrats\u2019 letter can be found here.\n\nThe House Democrats\u2019 letter to the Office of Management and Budget opposing the proposed rule can be found here.", 1, "2026-09-02T09:19:58Z", "2026-09-02T09:20:51Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/sites-with-sykes-rep-sykes-visits-local-charitable-pharmacy-and-healthcare-services-mckinley-presidential-library-and-local-businesses", "Sites with Sykes: Rep. Sykes Visits Local Charitable Pharmacy and Healthcare Services, McKinley Presidential Library, and Local Businesses", "2026-09-01", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) hosted Sites with Sykes, an annual segment that takes place during the August district work period. During this time, Rep. Sykes visits local businesses and organizations to see firsthand their daily operations and the impact of their work on Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District. This week\u2019s Sites with Sykes included visits to Beacon Charitable Pharmacy, \u201cA Legacy Revived\u201d tour at McKinley Presidential Library, Coleman Health Services, and Rubber City Radio Group.\n\n\u201cI traveled the district, meeting with constituents at a local charitable pharmacy and a healthcare services company that employs veterans and people with disabilities, visited the \u2018A Legacy Revived\u2019 exhibit at the McKinley Presidential Library, and toured a local radio station,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cDuring each of my visits, I enjoyed hearing directly from constituents who live and work in Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District about the issues that matter to them most: access to affordable healthcare, safe working conditions, and economic opportunity.\u201d\n\nPictured: Congresswoman Sykes with Dr. Latrice Snodgrass, Administrative Director of Beacon Charitable Pharmacy.\n\nPictured: Congresswoman Sykes with Dr. Tameka Ellington inside the \u201cA Legacy Revived\u201d exhibit.\n\n\"I have had the great honor of building the Stark County Black History Museum from its inception just one and a half years ago. Today, I am proud to share that the museum\u2019s collection has grown to include more than 150 objects and more than 500 photographs and archival materials, many of which are currently on display in A Legacy Revived: Exploring Stark County\u2019s Rich Black History,\u201d said Tameaka Ellington, Curator of Black History. \u201cThe debut exhibition will remain on display through November 27, 2026.\"\n\nPictured: Congresswoman Sykes with Coleman Health Services leadership.\n\n\u201cAs part of SourceAmerica\u2019s network of AbilityOne federal contractors, Coleman Health Services offers employees with disabilities well-paying jobs, career growth, and a chance to contribute to the local economy,\u201d said Richard Belden, SourceAmerica president and CEO. \u201cBy touring these AbilityOne contract operations, Congresswoman Sykes has demonstrated her support for employment opportunities for constituents with disabilities in her district.\u201d\n\nPictured: Congresswoman Sykes with local radio executives and hosts from Rubber City Radio Group.", 1, "2026-09-02T09:19:58Z", "2026-09-02T09:20:51Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-dingell-lead-colleagues-letter-urging-president-recognize", "Kaptur, Dingell, Lead Colleagues In Letter Urging President to Recognize Importance of the US-Canada Relationship", "2026-08-31", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2013 Today, Democratic Co-Chairs of the bipartisan Congressional Great Lakes Task Force Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) led 86 of their House colleagues in urging President Trump to change his Administration\u2019s diplomatic approach with Canada and recognize the importance of the US-Canada relationship. The effort follows further fraying in the two country\u2019s relations amid President Trump\u2019s escalating and chaotic use of trade barriers against Canada. In a letter to President Trump, the lawmakers specifically highlighted the risk to the American economy should the President continue to use demeaning rhetoric and implement damaging policies against Canada.\n\n\u201cYour Administration\u2019s escalating and chaotic use of trade barriers against Canada is putting this relationship at serious risk. Recent tariffs, continued threats of additional trade restrictions, and increasingly adversarial rhetoric are creating uncertainty for businesses, workers, farmers, and consumers on both sides of the border. American exports to Canada declined in 2025, while Canadian exports to the United States also fell substantially following the implementation of US tariffs. Additionally, Canadian businesses are increasingly looking to diversify their supply chains and markets, which should concern your Administration,\u201d the lawmakers wrote.\n\nThe lawmakers went on to describe the shared economic interests between the US and Canada and the risks a worsening relationship would have on the American people, especially for those across America's Heartland and in the Great Lakes region.\n\n\u201cOur economic relationship is too important to put at risk. Our manufacturers, farmers, producers, small businesses, and consumers depend upon Canada, as Canadian businesses and workers depend upon access to the United States. Materials, parts, and components routinely cross the border as part of shared North American supply chains. Disrupting these relationships increases costs for American businesses and consumers, undermines our competitiveness, and puts good-paying American jobs at risk. For example, the North American automotive industry relies on a highly integrated supply chain in which parts and materials can cross the US-Canada border multiple times before a vehicle reaches a customer. Similar integration exists across energy, agriculture, steel, aluminum, critical minerals, and manufacturing,\u201d the lawmakers continued.\n\nA full copy of the letter can be found by clicking here, or reading below:\n\nDear Mr. President:\n\nThis letter is to urge your Administration to change its diplomatic approach with our closest ally, Canada, and recognize the importance of the United States-Canada relationship.\n\nCanada is not an adversary. Canada is a close friend, neighbor, ally, and economic partner whose security and prosperity is deeply intertwined with the United States. As you know, our countries share the longest international border in the world, generations of family and cultural ties, and deeply integrated economies and supply chains. We have stood together through war and peace and decades of cooperation. Our relationship is one of the world\u2019s most enduring partnerships, built by generations of Americans and Canadians who work together, raise families, conduct business, travel, and share communities and culture.\n\nYour Administration\u2019s escalating and chaotic use of trade barriers against Canada is putting this relationship at serious risk. Recent tariffs, continued threats of additional trade restrictions, and increasingly adversarial rhetoric are creating uncertainty for businesses, workers, farmers, and consumers on both sides of the border. American exports to Canada declined in 2025, while Canadian exports to the United States also fell substantially following the implementation of US tariffs Additionally, Canadian businesses are increasingly looking to diversify their supply chains and markets, which should concern your Administration.\n\nOur economic relationship is too important to put at risk. Our manufacturers, farmers, producers, small businesses, and consumers depend upon Canada, as Canadian businesses and workers depend upon access to the United States. Materials, parts, and components routinely cross the border as part of shared North American supply chains. Disrupting these relationships increases costs for American businesses and consumers, undermines our competitiveness, and puts good-paying American jobs at risk. For example, the North American automotive industry relies on a highly integrated supply chain in which parts and materials can cross the US-Canada border multiple times before a vehicle reaches a customer. Similar integration exists across energy, agriculture, steel, aluminum, critical minerals, and manufacturing.\n\nTo strengthen production and supply chains across North America, we must work with our American and Canadian partners. If our shared goal is to reduce dependence on China and other bad actors, treating Canada increasingly like an adversary is both counterproductive and dangerous. We should instead deepen economic cooperation with allies like Canada to increase domestic production and ensure critical goods and resources come from trusted partners.\n\nWe support fair and reciprocal trade and addressing legitimate trade barriers that disadvantage American workers and businesses. However, disagreements between close allies should be resolved through good-faith negotiations and established trade mechanisms, not through erratic trade policy, threats, and public disputes. Canada has already taken steps toward retaliation, demonstrating the real risk that continued escalation will harm American workers, businesses, farmers, and consumers and weaken the broader North American economy.\n\nOur relationship with Canada also extends far beyond trade. We share vital defense and national security interests, energy resources, the Great Lakes, environmental responsibilities, agricultural markets, tourism, and millions of personal and economic ties across our border. We work together every day to protect North America, respond to emergencies, manage shared resources, and keep our communities safe. At a time of serious global economic and security challenges, we should be strengthening this partnership and the ties that make both countries safer, more prosperous, and more competitive.\n\nWe urge your Administration to treat Canada as the close ally, friend, neighbor, and economic partner that it is, and to resolve our differences through diplomacy while preserving and strengthening the relationship generations of Americans and Canadians have built. Just as a strong and prosperous United States is in Canada\u2019s interest, a strong and prosperous Canada is also in America\u2019s interest.\n\nThank you.", 1, "2026-09-01T09:48:49Z", "2026-09-01T09:49:51Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/brown-wyden-call-gao-investigation-after-dot-fails-protect-airline-passenger", "Brown, Wyden Call for GAO Investigation After DOT Fails to Protect Airline Passenger Data", "2026-08-27", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) and U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) are urging the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to investigate the Department of Transportation\u2019s (DOT) ongoing failure to protect passenger privacy using its authority to regulate the practices of commercial airlines and ticket agents. Brown serves as Ranking Member of the House Oversight Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation.\n\nA copy of the full letter sent to the GAO is available here.\n\nFor over four decades, the DOT has held exclusive jurisdiction over safeguarding passenger data; nonetheless, a Congressional Research Service evaluation reveals the agency has failed to execute a single privacy enforcement measure, despite severe breaches impacting hundreds of millions of commuters. This prolonged inaction exposes confidential travel information to corporate data mining, federal monitoring, and security risks from hostile foreign nations.\n\n\u201cDOT\u2019s abdication of its role as a privacy regulator has left the sensitive personal information of hundreds of millions of Americans exposed to corporate exploitation, warrantless government surveillance, and warrantless seizure of money and other property,\u201d the lawmakers wrote in letter to Acting Comptroller General Orice W. Brown. \u201cIn addition to harming the public, DOT\u2019s regulatory inaction also potentially threatens national security. Travel data held by airlines and travel agencies may be of interest to foreign adversaries, who could exploit such information to track U.S. military, diplomatic, and other U.S. government personnel.\u201d\n\nHistorically, DOT has taken a reactive approach to airline privacy, relying on consumer complaints instead of proactively auditing airlines\u2019 privacy practices. In March 2024 Senator Wyden partnered with the DOT to launch a first-ever industry-wide review into the privacy practices of the nation\u2019s 10 largest airlines. More than two years later, DOT has not publicly released its findings or announced any enforcement actions.\n\nThe need for stronger DOT oversight is clear. For years, a data broker collectively owned by major U.S. airlines, the Airline Reporting Corporation (ARC) provided federal agencies access to roughly 722 million passenger travel records without warrants or judicial oversight. ARC shut down the program in November 2025, but DHS has since sought a replacement passenger-surveillance system.\n\nBrown and Wyden asked the GAO to launch a comprehensive investigation into the DOT\u2019s systemic failure to fulfill its consumer privacy enforcement responsibilities, by answering the following questions:\n\nStatus of the 2024 Airline Privacy Review: Provide a full accounting of the status, findings, and disposition of the industry-wide review launched on March 21, 2024.\n\nAudit of Agency Personnel and Technical Expertise: Identify the exact number of full-time personnel within the OACP currently dedicated exclusively to privacy enforcement, including the number of technologists.\n\nAudit of Interagency Coordination on DEA Informants: Review the interagency coordination between DOT and the Department of Justice (DOJ) over airline employees selling passenger data to the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), including any delays and actions taken to hold airlines accountable.\n\nAgency Response to Widespread Public Scandals: Evaluate whether DOT independently investigated ARC\u2019s sale of passenger records or took action only after congressional and media pressure led to the program\u2019s closure in November 2025.\n\nStructural Nature of the Complaint-Driven Model: Examine why DOT relies on a complaint-driven model instead of routine privacy audits.\n\nAssessment of Insider Threat Mitigation and Data Governance: Evaluate whether the DOT has established guidelines regarding airlines\u2019 protection of Passenger Name Record (PNR) databases against insider threats.\n\nInternational Data Commitments: Explain how DOT\u2019s domestic privacy enforcement since July 2023 aligns with its commitments to the European Commission under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF).\n\nThe lawmakers asked GAO to respond with legislative recommendations to strengthen DOT\u2019s enforcement authority and better protect travelers\u2019 privacy rights.\n\n\u201cIf the DOT continues to neglect its domestic regulatory obligations, it risks undermining the integrity of this entire agreement, potentially collapsing transatlantic data flows and destroying vital economic benefits for U.S. companies,\u201d the law makers concluded.\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-28T17:11:49Z", "2026-08-28T17:13:14Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-presents-1000000-ceremonial-check-for-cuyahoga-falls-water-treatment-plant-improvement-project", "Rep. Sykes Presents $1,000,000 Ceremonial Check for Cuyahoga Falls Water Treatment Plant Improvement Project", "2026-08-27", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "CUYAHOGA FALLS , OHIO \u2014 Yesterday, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) presented a ceremonial check of $1,092,000 to the City of Cuyahoga Falls for the Cuyahoga Falls Water Treatment Plant Improvement Project.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m glad to deliver this funding for Cuyahoga Falls to ensure residents have access to affordable, clean drinking water,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cClean water is an essential resource for everyone in Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District, and I will continue to fight for investments that will provide safe drinking water in our communities.\u201d\n\n\"Providing safe, reliable drinking water is one of the most important services we provide to our residents. This significant federal investment will allow us to make critical improvements to our century-old water treatment plant and ensure it continues serving Cuyahoga Falls for generations to come. We are grateful to Congresswoman Sykes for recognizing the importance of this project and supporting the future of our community,\" said Mayor Walters.\n\nThis project would support the City of Cuyahoga Falls to replace its treatment facility, which has exceeded its useful life. The project will replace the aging water softener and pump buildings, laboratory, ion exchange softeners, and high-service pumps.\n\nThe improvements will modernize the city\u2019s water treatment infrastructure and provide a more consistent, reliable drinking water system for the communities of Cuyahoga Falls, Silver Lake, and Munroe Falls.\n\nThe $1,092,000 for the Cuyahoga Falls for Water Treatment Plant Improvement Project is one of 15 Community Project Funding awards totaling more than $12 million that Rep. Sykes secured in the Fiscal Year 2026 federal budget for Ohio's 13th Congressional District. The other projects included in this funding can be foundhere.", 1, "2026-09-02T09:19:58Z", "2026-09-02T09:20:51Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-presents-a-450000-ceremonial-checks-for-guise-park-lodge-renovation", "Rep. Sykes Presents a $450,000 Ceremonial Checks for Guise Park Lodge Renovation", "2026-08-27", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "MUNROE FALLS, OHIO \u2014 Yesterday, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) presented a $450,000 ceremonial check to the City of Munroe Falls for upgrades at the Guise Park Lodge.\n\n\u201cThis funding is about making sure everyone, regardless of age or ability, can experience the beauty of Guise Park. These improvements will strengthen local tourism, support our community, and create a more inclusive outdoor space for residents and visitors alike,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cI will continue to work to secure federal funding to support projects like this that directly benefit residents of Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District.\u201d\n\n\u201cI would like to express my appreciation for the grant provided by Emilia Sykes\u2019 Office for funding extended renovations to the Guise Park Lodge,\u201d said Mayor Mavrides. \u201cThank you for seeing the potential in the project and all of the benefits it will bring to the residents of the City of Munroe Falls.\u201d\n\nThis federally funded project would support renovations to Guise Park Lodge and its surrounding grounds. Built in 1957, the lodge is in need of a new roof and accessibility improvements, including ADA-compliant restrooms, an accessible kitchen area, additional accessible walkways, and an ADA-accessible parking space. The project will also include a small accessible outdoor patio and pavilion for visitors. The renovations will provide 24-hour, seven-day-a-week access to ADA-compliant restrooms, while revitalizing the lodge and improving accessibility for residents and visitors of all ages and abilities.\n\nThe $450,000 for the Guise Park Lodge Renovation Project is one of 15 Community Project Funding awards totaling more than $12 million that Rep. Sykes secured in the Fiscal Year 2026 federal budget for Ohio's 13th Congressional District. The other projects included in this funding can be foundhere.", 1, "2026-09-02T09:19:58Z", "2026-09-02T09:20:51Z"], ["https://landsman.house.gov/posts/landsman-reece-call-on-dewine-to-rein-in-energy-costs-in-southwest-ohio", "Landsman, Reece Call on DeWine to Rein in Energy Costs in Southwest Ohio", "2026-08-26", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Greg Landsman", "L000601", "landsman.house.gov", "landsman", "https://landsman.house.gov/press", "scraper", "Cincinnati, OH \u2013 This week, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) called on Ohio Governor Mike DeWine to act after failing to respond for 60 days to Hamilton County Commissioner Alicia Reece\u2019s concerns over Duke Energy\u2019s continued rate increases.\n\nIn June, Hamilton County Commissioner Alicia Reece sent a letter to Governor Mike DeWine regarding continued rate increases from Duke Energy and the financial strain it\u2019s putting on Southwest Ohio families.\n\nReece\u2019s letter requested three action items, and after 60 days without a response, Landsman followed up asking Governor DeWine to consider Reece\u2019s request reading, in part:\n\n\u201cCommissioner Reece calls on your administration to take immediate action by establishing a moratorium on additional utility rate increases and urges your Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) appointees to prevent rate increases. In addition, she asks for an additional $1 million to Hamilton County to assist residents with their utility costs. I\u2019d like to express my support for taking these actions\u2026\n\n\u201cThere is a time for rate increases, but this is arguably the worst possible time for such an increase.\u201d\n\nCongressman Landsman:\n\n\u201cLocal folks need help. At a time when families are already paying more for gas, groceries, healthcare \u2013 they shouldn\u2019t have to worry about another big bill. We have to act now before it gets worse.\u201d\n\nCommissioner Reece:\n\n\u201cOn June 18, 2026, I wrote Governor DeWine on behalf of the residents of Hamilton County to call for a moratorium on any additional electric rate increases as so many working families are struggling economically. Over 38,000 residents in Southwest Ohio have had their electric disconnected due to increased costs. This is an urgent matter and warrants immediate attention. Affordability is the number one issue.\u201d\n\nRead Landsman\u2019s full letter HERE.\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-27T16:10:01Z", "2026-08-27T16:10:50Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-celebrates-groundbreaking-of-166-new-affordable-homes-in-downtown-columbus", "BEATTY CELEBRATES GROUNDBREAKING OF 166 NEW AFFORDABLE HOMES IN DOWNTOWN COLUMBUS", "2026-08-25", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "COLUMBUS, OH \u2014 This week, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) joined Columbus State Community College, Woda Cooper Companies, local leaders, and community partners to celebrate the groundbreaking of Opportunity Pointe, a $51 million development that will bring 166 new affordable homes to the Columbus State campus in Downtown Columbus. Additionally, Congresswoman Beatty convened community partners and local leaders for a roundtable conversation on the monumental housing wins included in the recent 21st Century Road to Housing Act and the future of housing reform.\n\nThe new development comes as Central Ohio faces an estimated shortage of more than 53,000 affordable housing units and families continue to grapple with housing costs that are rising faster than incomes.\n\n\u201cAs Central Ohio grows, affordable housing must be part of that growth,\u201d said Congresswoman Beatty. \u201cOpportunity Pointe is exactly the kind of investment we need. These 166 affordable homes, plus additional units dedicated to Columbus State students, will connect more people to education, jobs, transportation, and opportunity. This project also shows what is possible when federal investment and strong public-private partnerships come together. I\u2019m proud to have fought for the HOME program, Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, and the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to help communities build more affordable housing and turn projects like Opportunity Pointe from plans into reality.\u201d\n\nPrior to the groundbreaking, Congresswoman Beatty partnered with the Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio (COHHIO) to convene a roundtable conversation with the following community partners and local leaders. Together, they discussed how the landmark 21st Century Road to Housing Act will increase access to affordable housing across the country and identified key areas for future reform building off of the recent legislative win.\n\nAmy Riegel, Executive Director of the Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio (COHHIO)\n\nPresident David Harrison of Columbus State Community College,\n\nJeffrey Woda, Founder and CEO of Woda Cooper Company,\n\nAmy Rosenthal, Vice President of National Church Residences, and\n\nCarlie Boos, Executive Director of the Affordable Housing Alliance of Central Ohio (AHACO)\n\nThis conversation also highlighted the ongoing housing challenges Ohioans face as costs continue to rise and America\u2019s affordable housing supply dwindles \u2014 specifically spotlighting the unique challenges of homelessness, affordable campus housing for college students, and the importance of permanent supportive housing.\n\n\u201cColumbus is growing, and we must make sure that growth creates opportunities for everyone. Opportunity Pointe is an important investment in that vision, bringing much-needed affordable housing to our Downtown while giving families, workers and students the opportunity to live close to jobs, education, transportation and other community amenities,\u201d said Mayor Andrew J. Ginther, City of Columbus. \u201cThrough strong public-private partnerships like this one, we can continue building a city where everyone participates in and benefits from Columbus\u2019 success.\u201d\n\n\u201cMonday\u2019s roundtable discussion reinforced just how critical it is for communities, policymakers, government officials, the private sector, and other stakeholders to work together to address the growing need for affordable housing. We know that housing affordability affects families, workers, students, seniors, and the economic health of our communities,\u201d said Jeffrey J. Woda, Founder & CEO, Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. \u201cThat is why we are especially proud to break ground on Opportunity Pointe here in downtown Columbus. This is what can happen when we come together around a shared vision to make quality, affordable housing more accessible to the people who need it most.\u201d\n\n\u201cHousing costs are increasing faster than incomes. Columbus, and communities throughout Ohio, are seeing the effects of the affordable housing shortage every day, from families struggling to pay rent to shelters operating beyond capacity,\u201d said Amy Riegel, Executive Director, Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio. \u201cWe\u2019re grateful to Congresswoman Beatty and all of her bipartisan colleagues for passing the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. Now we need to fully implement this legislation to fulfill its potential for expanding access to affordable homes.\u201d\n\n\u201cOpportunity Pointe will meet an urgent need for affordable housing, both for our students and for the broader Central Ohio community,\u201d said President David T. Harrison. \u201cThis is a great example of how public-private partnerships can make a difference in people\u2019s lives. Columbus State is proud to partner on this innovative solution to a regional challenge. Along with the YMCA and the recently announced ALDI, we are helping our students with housing, childcare, and food insecurity. These have been longstanding barriers to success for many of our students.\u201d\n\n\u201cOHFA is proud to be a financial partner in Opportunity Pointe through the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program,\u201d said Bill Beagle, Executive Director of OHFA. \u201cThis housing development is a result of the shared vision of the city, Columbus State, and Woda Cooper to increase access to affordable, quality housing in Columbus.\u201d\n\nFEDERAL INVESTMENTS HELPING BUILD MORE HOUSING\n\nOpportunity Pointe is supported in significant part by federal housing investments championed by Beatty in Congress, including funding through the HOME Investment Partnerships Program and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC).\n\nBeatty leads the annual congressional appropriations request for the HOME program and has fought to protect and strengthen LIHTC, two critical federal tools that help leverage public and private investment to build and preserve affordable housing.\n\nThe groundbreaking also follows enactment of the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a major housing reform package that includes six bills championed by Beatty.\n\nThe legislation provides communities with additional tools to expand housing supply, unlock investment, strengthen housing counseling and financial literacy, support community financial institutions, and make it easier to move affordable housing projects from planning to construction.\n\nOpportunity Pointe represents a public-private partnership among Columbus State Community Partners, Woda Cooper Companies, the City of Columbus, the Ohio Housing Finance Agency, the Columbus-Franklin County Finance Authority, Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing, Rocky Mountain Community Reinvestment Corporation, and other community and financial partners.", 1, "2026-08-26T05:33:32Z", "2026-08-26T05:34:56Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-over-58-million-secured-northwest-ohio-health-programs", "Kaptur Announces Over $5.8 Million Secured for Northwest Ohio Health Programs and Medical Research", "2026-08-25", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced that several Northwest Ohio nonprofits, researchers, small businesses and localities will receive awards through the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). With a total of $5,837,308 in Federal investment, these awards represent significant support for the growth and advancement of public health in Ohio\u2019s 9th District.\n\n\u201cI am grateful to be able to partner with so many organizations and institutions across Northwest Ohio to advance medical research and increase the quality and access to health care for people of all ages and backgrounds,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cOur local health centers, programs, and medical research initiatives strengthen our communities and are living proof of the life-saving power of community action and scientific innovation. These major Federal investments today mean a brighter, stronger future for all the tomorrows to come.\u201d\n\nThe awards include:\n\n$340,486 for Erie County\u2019s Assisted Outpatient Treatment program\n\n$60,000 for Sylvania Community Action Team\u2019s substance abuse education\n\n$216,770 for the University of Toledo\u2019s research on antifungal drug development under Dr. Ronald Viola\n\n$375,000 for Erie County Department of Health to conduct community-based substance use prevention services\n\n$1,096,097 for Anatomy Operating LLC\u2019s research on detecting and labeling skin cancer cells in a standardized manner\n\n$573,750 for the University of Toledo\u2019s research on JAK2, a hormone that regulates breast cancer, under Dr. Maria Diakonova\n\n$1,473,759 for the University of Toledo\u2019s Area Health Education Centers Point of Service maintenance and enhancement\n\n$63,896 for the University of Toledo to recruit and train industrial hygienist students, professionals that evaluate workplace health hazards\n\n$380,870 for the University of Toledo\u2019s research on speeding up useful chemical reactions to create more eco-friendly plastic ingredients under Dr. Michael Young\n\n$560,925 for the University of Toledo\u2019s research on nerve functionality and axon regeneration after nerve or spinal related injuries under Dr. Guofa Liu\n\n$587,758 for the University of Toledo\u2019s research on therapeutic strategies for Protocadherin-19-Clustering Epilepsy, a disease that is characterized by early onset seizures, autism, and cognitive impairment. It is conducted by Dr. Wei Niu.\n\n$107,997 for the University of Toledo\u2019s research on virus-induced heart disease during fetal development conducted by Dr. Zachary Hilt\n\nCongresswoman Kaptur has also been instrumental in delivering federal support to University of Toledo research efforts. UToledo was recently recognized with as an R1, top-tier university for Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-08-26T05:33:32Z", "2026-08-26T05:34:56Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-presents-12-million-ceremonial-check-for-fairlawn-rosemont-preserve-restoration-project", "Rep. Sykes Presents $1.2 Million Ceremonial Check for Fairlawn Rosemont Preserve Restoration Project", "2026-08-25", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "FAIRLAWN, OHIO \u2014 On Monday, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) presented a $1.2 million ceremonial check to Fairlawn for its Rosemont Preserve Restoration Project.\n\n\u201cInvesting in projects that protect our communities and our natural resources is an investment in Northeast Ohio\u2019s future. The Rosemont Preserve Restoration Project will improve water quality, reduce flooding, restore critical wildlife habitat, and make our communities more resilient for generations to come,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cI was proud to secure this federal funding because projects like this improve the quality of life throughout Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District. I\u2019m grateful to the City of Fairlawn for their commitment to preserving this important natural resource and ensuring our communities are better prepared for the future.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe level of effort Congresswoman Sykes put forth in securing a Community Project Funding Grant is truly remarkable. The CPF for the Rosemont Preserve will help this passive park with trails, wayfinding and various other infrastructure needed to make it \u201cWorld class.\u201d Thank you, Congresswoman Sykes, for all your hard work and the $1.2 million grant. The Fairlawn community appreciates all you do on our behalf,\u201d said Fairlawn Mayor Russell Sharnsky.\n\nThis project will restore more than 9,000 linear feet of Schocalog Run\u2019s stream channel, rehabilitate 30 acres of flood-controlling wetlands, and remove one low-head dam and one 10-foot-high dam to restore fish passage. According to the Ohio EPA\u2019s Biological and Water Quality Study of the Tuscarawas River and select tributaries, Schocalog Run\u2019s ecological community has ranged from poor to fair, with habitat quality identified as poor. These improvements will help address long-standing environmental concerns by reducing flooding and erosion, improving biodiversity, and enhancing overall water quality.\n\nThese changes will mitigate flooding and diminish downstream erosion in Copley, Norton, and Barberton. The project is set to deliver around 4 million gallons of flood storage capacity, reducing the significant loss of property and damage to water quality that typically occurs during flooding. This project will also restore 12% of the entire Schocalog Run from a ditch to a two-stage stream, creating a warm water habitat that promotes biodiversity.\n\nThe $1.2 million for the Fairlawn Rosemont Preserve Restoration Project is one of 15 Community Funding Projects totaling more than $12 million Rep. Sykes secured in the Fiscal Year 2026 federal budget. The other projects included in this funding can be found here.", 1, "2026-09-02T09:19:58Z", "2026-09-02T09:20:51Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-presents-250000-ceremonial-check-for-clinton-road-rehabilitation-project", "Rep. Sykes Presents $250,000 Ceremonial Check for Clinton Road Rehabilitation Project", "2026-08-25", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "CLINTON, OHIO \u2014 On Friday, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) presented a $250,000 ceremonial check to the Village of Clinton for the Clinton Road Rehabilitation Project.\n\n\u201cClinton Road is a lifeline for this community, and I was proud to fight for the funding needed to fix it,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cThis project will protect nine local businesses and more than 60 jobs at the Warwick Industrial Park, improve safety for drivers, and strengthen the only connection between the Village of Clinton, the City of New Franklin, and the highway system. I'm grateful to Mayor McDaniel and the Village of Clinton for their partnership on this important project.\u201d\n\n\u201cOn behalf of the Village of Clinton, we would like to thank the office of Emilia Sykes and the United States Congress for their support of our village in an effort to help us maintain a road that is in bad need of repair and also carries heavy truck traffic on,\u201d said Mayor McDaniel of Clinton.\n\nThis project will fully reconstruct and resurface Clinton Road from Cleveland Massillon Road east for approximately 2,600 linear feet, including base repair and standard pavement build up. Travel lanes will be widened from nine to twelve feet to improve safety, and the project will also address stormwater drainage to keep rainwater off the pavement. Clinton Road is the only connection for the Village of Clinton and the City of New Franklin to the highway system at State Route 21, and it serves as the sole access route for nine businesses and more than 60 jobs at the Warwick Industrial Park.\n\nThe project was originally submitted for Fiscal Year 2025 Community Project Funding but was not included in that year's Continuing Resolution. It was resubmitted in Fiscal Year 2026, and Rep. Sykes secured $250,000 for the project, one of 15 Community Project Funding awards totaling more than $12 million she secured for Ohio's 13th Congressional District. The other projects included in this funding can be foundhere.", 1, "2026-09-02T09:19:58Z", "2026-09-02T09:20:51Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-presents-850000-ceremonial-check-for-cleveland-avenue-nw-streetscape-joins-ribbon-cutting-for-e-tuscarawas-streetscape-project", "Rep. Sykes Presents $850,000 Ceremonial Check for Cleveland Avenue NW Streetscape, Joins Ribbon Cutting for E. Tuscarawas Streetscape Project", "2026-08-25", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "CANTON, OHIO \u2014 On Friday, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) presented an $850,000 ceremonial check to the City of Canton for the Cleveland Avenue NW Streetscape project and joined city officials for a ribbon cutting celebrating the completion of the E. Tuscarawas Streetscape project.\n\n\u201cEvery Ohioan deserves to walk, bike, and drive safely in their own neighborhood,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cThe Cleveland Avenue NW Streetscape project will make this busy corridor safer for pedestrians and families, and I'm thrilled to see the finished E. Tuscarawas Streetscape project already improving connectivity for the Canton community. I was proud to secure federal funding for both of these projects, and I thank Mayor Sherer and the City of Canton for their partnership in getting this work done.\u201d\n\n\"Congresswoman Sykes\u2019 support in improving the infrastructure in our community is immeasurable. Her continued advocacy has helped bring critical federal resources to Canton, allowing us to invest in projects that strengthen our neighborhoods and improve the quality of life for our residents,\" said Mayor Sheerer.\n\nThe Cleveland Avenue NW Streetscape project received $850,000 in Fiscal Year 2026 federal funding to improve the corridor between 12th and 15th Streets, an area that supports a retail district, residential neighborhoods, schools, medical facilities, and part of the route for the annual Pro Football Hall of Fame Parade. The project will reduce the number of vehicle travel lanes to slow traffic, reconstruct sidewalks, add a five-foot safety buffer between sidewalks and the roadway, and plant landscaping trees to improve safety and aesthetics along the corridor.\n\nThe E. Tuscarawas Streetscape project received nearly $2.93 million in construction funding after Rep. Sykes secured $2.19 million in Fiscal Year 2024 Community Project Funding, signed into law by President Biden in March 2024. Completed in partnership with the Ohio Department of Transportation, the project added bike lanes, replaced curb ramps and sidewalks, and installed new decorative streetlights and landscaping along a quarter-mile stretch of State Route 172 to better connect downtown Canton to adjacent neighborhoods.\n\nThe $850,000 for the Cleveland Avenue NW Streetscape project is one of 15 Community Project Funding awards totaling more than $12 million that Rep. Sykes secured in the Fiscal Year 2026 federal budget for Ohio's 13th Congressional District. The other projects included in this funding can be foundhere.", 1, "2026-09-02T09:19:58Z", "2026-09-02T09:20:51Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/sites-with-sykes-rep-sykes-visits-senior-living-facility-chemical-manufacturer-and-participates-in-a-housing-roundtable", "Sites with Sykes: Rep. Sykes Visits Senior Living Facility, Chemical Manufacturer, and Participates in a Housing Roundtable", "2026-08-21", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) hosted Sites with Sykes, an annual segment that takes place during the August district work period. During this time, Rep. Sykes visits local businesses and organizations to see firsthand their daily operations and the impact of their work on Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District. This week\u2019s Sites with Sykes included visits to Univar Solutions and Canterbury of Twinsburg, and participation in a housing roundtable hosted by the Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio (COHHIO).\n\n\u201cThis week, I\u2019ve traveled the district, meeting with members of the International Chemical Workers Union Council who work at Univar Solutions, seniors living at Canterbury of Twinsburg, and housing advocates championing affordable housing in Stark County,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cDuring each of my visits, I enjoyed hearing directly from constituents who live and work in Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District about the issues that matter to them most: safe working conditions, protecting Social Security and Medicare, and affordable housing.\u201d\n\nPictured: Congresswoman Sykes tours Univar Solution\u2019s facility.\n\n\"We were honored to welcome Congresswoman Emilia Sykes to our Twinsburg facility and appreciate the thoughtful discussion on policies impacting the chemical industry, supply chains, and American manufacturing,\" said Dr. Dwayne Roark, Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Marketing & Communications at Univar Solutions. \"We thank Congresswoman Sykes for her leadership and engagement on issues that support innovation, competitiveness, and economic growth in Ohio and across the United States.\u201d\n\nPictured: Congresswoman Sykes speaks during the Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio\u2019s roundtable.\n\nAmy Riegel, executive director of the Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio, said COHHIO meets frequently with federal and state policymakers around the state to discuss ways to address housing insecurity.\n\n\u201cAs we\u2019ve been speaking with elected officials throughout Ohio, it\u2019s clear that affordable housing has become a major issue for candidates from both parties. They understand that the cost of housing is rising faster than Ohioans\u2019 wages. And they understand that this gap increases homelessness and strains our shelters, hospitals, schools, and foster care system,\u201d Riegel said.\n\n\u201cCongress has a big role to play in helping local communities address the affordable housing crisis. By investing at the federal, state, and local levels, together we can create a solid foundation for vulnerable Ohioans to thrive, while reducing spending on other publicly funded services,\u201d Riegel said.\n\nCOHHIO provided data illustrating the extent of housing insecurity in Stark County:\n\n31% of Stark County households \u2013 nearly 48,000 \u2013 are renters\n\nStark County renters need to earn $20.88/hour to afford a modest two-bedroom apartment\n\nStark County renters earn an average of $15.78/hour\n\nOne fifth of Stark County renters are spending over half their household income on rent.\n\nStark County has a shortage of 7,635 of affordable units available to the county\u2019s 12,135 extremely low income households.\n\nPictured: Congresswoman Sykes with local leadership and nurses of Canterbury of Twinsburg.", 1, "2026-08-22T05:24:59Z", "2026-08-22T05:26:16Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-calls-on-treasury-secretary-scott-bessent-to-place-harriet-tubman-on-the-20-bill", "BEATTY CALLS ON TREASURY SECRETARY SCOTT BESSENT TO PLACE HARRIET TUBMAN ON THE $20 BILL", "2026-08-20", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) and Congressman John W. Mannion (NY-22) sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calling on the Department to resume the effort to place Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill.\n\nThe bipartisan campaign to place Tubman on U.S. currency began in 2015. Last month, Secretary Bessent said that the Department was not presently planning to move forward with the plan. Congresswoman Beatty, joined by Congressman Mannion, demanded an immediate resumption of the effort and a transparent timeline of the project.\n\nAs a Member of the exclusive House Financial Services Committee, Congresswoman Beatty continues to be the leading voice in the House of Representatives calling for Tubman to be portrayed on the $20 bill. She is the lead sponsor of the Woman on the Twenty Act and over the last decade has questioned Treasury Secretaries Steven Mnuchin, Janet Yellen, and most recently Scott Bessent on the Department\u2019s progress on the project \u2013 demanding transparency, accountability, and the fulfillment of a promise made to the American people long ago.\n\n\u201c[Y]our recent public statements that the Department is not presently moving forward with the redesign have once again left our constituents and Americans across the country confused and disappointed by the Department\u2019s failure to follow through on this long-awaited effort,\u201d said Beatty and Mannion in the letter. \u201cWhile we understand the need for an extended timeline to rollout a new paper currency and implement and ensure anti-counterfeiting measures, that does not excuse the complete lack of transparency surrounding the project status, nor the apparent indefinite suspension of the entire initiative. This silence is especially frustrating given the Department\u2019s sudden and seemingly expedited plans for several commemorative coins depicting President Donald Trump and an unconstitutional effort to issue a new $250 paper currency featuring the President.\u201d\n\n\u201cGiven the Department\u2019s current focus on developing new currency notes, we urge you to first resume and then implement the now long-overdue effort to portray Harriet Tubman on the twenty-dollar bill. Furthermore, in the interest of transparency for the American people, we ask for a detailed update on the current status of the project and a clear response as to whether the effort has been delayed or permanently discontinued.\u201d\n\nThe full letter can be found HERE.\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-21T05:30:57Z", "2026-08-21T05:32:22Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-over-18-million-awards-university-toledo-advanced", "Kaptur Announces Over $1.8 Million in Awards for University of Toledo Advanced Scientific Research", "2026-08-20", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, announced three separate awards for research programs at the University of Toledo. The University\u2019s Department of Chemistry in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics will receive two awards to fund the purchase of an analytical mass spectrometer; one for $984,496 through the United States National Science Foundation (NSF) and one for $795,000 through the US Department of Commerce\u2019s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Additionally, NSF will fund a $50,000 award to the University\u2019s Health Science Campus to help fund an I-Corps project studying early Osteoporosis risk prevention.\n\n\u201cI am immensely proud of the innovative research being conducted at Northwest Ohio\u2019s very own University of Toledo, a top-tier R1 research institution,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cThese Federal awards reflect the hard work and determination of countless faculty, staff, and students at the University who seek to better understand the world around us every day. Their efforts will improve lives right here in Northwest Ohio and across the globe.\u201d\n\n\"These investments are an important recognition of the strength and potential of UToledo's research enterprise,\u201d said Grace Bochenek, Vice President for Research and Innovation at UToledo. \u201cThe new capabilities provided by this state-of-the-art instrumentation will give faculty and students new approaches to answering complex research questions and open avenues of discovery. It also creates opportunities for collaboration across disciplines, strengthens the hands-on research and training experience we provide students, and positions our researchers to pursue increasingly ambitious and competitive projects. Investments like this expand what is possible at UToledo and are essential to advancing our mission and impact as an R1 University.\"\n\nThe new mass spectrometer will enable researchers to identify harmful algal blooms (HAB) toxins in both human and biological samples. HABs have long been an issue for the Great Lakes Region. HABs decrease water quality, create an unsafe environment for plant and animal species, and can contribute to human illnesses. In addition, the mass spectrometer will be used to train undergraduate and graduate students, medical students, and practicing medical professionals, so they are prepared to handle environmental toxins while supporting public health. A unique feature of the machine is its remote-access capability, which allows researchers, educators, and students from other institutions across the nation and around the globe to collaborate with the University of Toledo and operate the equipment through secure software and live video.\n\nThe $50,000 award will support a UToledo research team through the NSF's Innovation Corps (I-Corps) program, which helps researchers explore the commercial and real-world potential of their technology before it leaves the lab. The team is developing an artificial intelligence-based platform to predict a patient's risk of osteoporosis, a disease affecting millions of older adults that often goes undetected until a fracture has already occurred. By combining machine learning and deep learning models to analyze clinical records and CT imaging data, the technology can flag a patient's risk level within minutes, giving physicians a faster way to identify high-risk patients before a fracture happens. The platform is being designed to work directly within existing hospital imaging and health-record systems, with the goal of making early screening and preventive guidance accessible to both clinicians and patients.\n\nThese investments also support the University\u2019s work to retain top scientific talent in Northwest Ohio, including for its Great Lakes Center for Fresh Waters and Human Health.\n\nAs a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, Congresswoman Kaptur has been instrumental in delivering federal support to University of Toledo research efforts. UToledo was recently recognized with as an R1, top-tier university for Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.", 1, "2026-08-21T05:30:57Z", "2026-08-21T05:32:22Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/brown-calls-cleveland-clinic-negotiate-good-faith-workers-lutheran-hospital", "Brown Calls on Cleveland Clinic to Negotiate in Good Faith with Workers at Lutheran Hospital", "2026-08-20", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Cleveland, OH \u2013 Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) has written to the Cleveland Clinic regarding ongoing contract negotiations with Lutheran Hospital employees represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1199.\n\nIn her letter to Dr. Tom Mihaljevic, Chief Executive Officer and President of the Cleveland Clinic, Brown noted that the National Labor Relations Act protects employees' right to organize and engage in collective bargaining, and called for \u201ca fair, timely, and equitable agreement that respects the contributions of your workers and protects patients' continued access to high-quality care.\u201d\n\nThe text of the letter is copied below:\n\nAugust 20, 2026\n\nDr. Tom Mihaljevic\n\nChief Executive Officer and President\n\nCleveland Clinic\n\n9500 Euclid Avenue\n\nCleveland, Ohio 44195\n\nDear Dr. Mihaljevic:\n\nI write regarding the ongoing contract negotiations between Cleveland Clinic and employees at Lutheran Hospital represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1199. I encourage Cleveland Clinic leadership to return to the bargaining table and work toward a fair, timely, and equitable agreement that respects the contributions of your workers and protects patients' continued access to high-quality care.\n\nLutheran Hospital is a critical part of the health care infrastructure for Cleveland and the surrounding communities. Its nurses, technicians, service workers, and support staff are indispensable to delivering the high standard of care that patients and families rely upon every day. A timely agreement with those workers is in the best interests of Lutheran Hospital's employees, its patients, the institution, and the broader Cleveland community.\n\nMy office has heard from constituents regarding the status of these negotiations. They have shared concerns about the pace of bargaining, workplace conditions, staffing, healthcare costs, and reports of conduct during the bargaining process that they believe has undermined productive negotiations. These concerns underscore the importance of maintaining a bargaining process that is transparent, respectful, and consistent with the obligations established under federal labor law.\n\nThe National Labor Relations Act protects employees' right to organize, engage in collective bargaining, and participate in other protected concerted activities free from interference, restraint, coercion, or retaliation. I therefore encourage Cleveland Clinic to bargain in good faith, respect employees' protected rights throughout this process, and to refrain from actions that could undermine constructive negotiations or the confidence of its workforce.\n\nThank you for your attention to this important matter.\n\nSincerely,", 1, "2026-08-21T05:30:57Z", "2026-08-21T05:32:22Z"], ["https://landsman.house.gov/posts/landsman-awarded-2026-ohio-dav-legislator-of-the-year", "Landsman Awarded 2026 Ohio DAV Legislator of the Year", "2026-08-19", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Greg Landsman", "L000601", "landsman.house.gov", "landsman", "https://landsman.house.gov/press", "scraper", "Cincinnati, OH \u2013 Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) was named the 2026 Legislator of the Year at the Ohio Disabled American Veterans 106th convention.\n\nRecently, Congressman Landsman was pleased to accept the Legislator of the Year award from the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Department of Ohio for his support to veterans and their families across Ohio and the country.\n\nAs a member of the House Committee on Veterans\u2019 Affairs during the 118th Congress, Landsman has continued to champion bills that ensure veterans and their families get the benefits they deserve. This includes Landsman\u2019s bipartisan NO Pain for Veterans Act and the What Works for Preventing Veteran Suicide Act, as well as co-sponsoring several critical bills such as the Major Richard Star Act and signing the discharge petition to force a vote.\n\nLandsman was also awarded the DAV Department of Ohio Legislator the Year award in 2024.\n\nCongressman Landsman:\n\n\u201cI\u2019m honored to receive this award from an organization doing incredible work. We will always stand up and advocate for our veterans and their families. These heroes have made so many sacrifices for our country and deserve the very best.\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-20T05:28:41Z", "2026-08-20T05:29:58Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-clerk-galonski-host-summit-county-passport-clinic", "Rep. Sykes, Clerk Galonski Host Summit County Passport Clinic", "2026-08-18", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AKRON, OH\u2014 On Saturday, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) joined Summit County Clerk of Courts Tavia Galonski to host a passport clinic at the Clerk of Courts Main Branch. The fair gave first-time applicants and children applying for passports hands-on help.\n\n\"Getting a passport for the first time can be a confusing process, and this clinic was designed to make it simple by bringing personalized help directly to constituents,\" said Rep. Sykes. \"My office will always work to bring our services straight to the people of Ohio's 13th Congressional District. Anyone who needs help with a passport, or with any federal agency, should reach out to my office or visit us online.\"\n\n\u201cOnce again, I am proud to partner with Congresswoman Sykes to offer a needed service to our constituents. The people need to know how their government works on their behalf. At the latest passport fair, we will be onsite to answer questions and explain various scenarios that sometimes come up when a citizen needs a new passport for themselves or for their family members,\u201d said Clerk Galonski.\n\nFor additional information about the passport application process, visit travel.state.gov.", 1, "2026-08-22T05:24:59Z", "2026-08-22T05:26:16Z"], ["https://landsman.house.gov/posts/landsman-hayes-lofgren-lead-legislation-to-invest-in-quality-early-childhood-education", "Landsman, Hayes, Lofgren Lead Legislation to Invest in Quality Early Childhood Education", "2026-08-17", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Greg Landsman", "L000601", "landsman.house.gov", "landsman", "https://landsman.house.gov/press", "scraper", "Cincinnati, OH \u2013 Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01), Congresswoman Jahanna Hayes (D-CT-05), and Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (D-CA-18) introduced legislation to significantly invest in and improve the Head Start program.\n\nHead Start is a federally funded program that provides free early childhood education and family support to help prepare children for school. Head Start is critical in our communities but is under-resourced, outdated, and understaffed.\n\nIn response, Reps. Landsman, Hayes, and Lofgren introduced the Head Start Expansion and Improvement Act \u2013 comprehensive legislation to triple annual funding for Head Start and Early Head Start to $36 billion for Fiscal Years 2027-2032.\n\nThe Head Start Expansion and Improvement Act would:\n\nExpand eligibility to include families who are at or below 138 percent of the Federal Poverty Level.\n\nExpand eligibility to include families who are eligible for TANF, SSI, SNAP, WIC, or CHIP.\n\nEstablish a grant program to renovate, expand, and acquire facilities.\n\nEstablish a grant program to increase salaries for Head Start and Early Head Start workers.\n\nProvide student loan forgiveness for Head Start and Early Head Start workers.\n\nCongressman Landsman:\n\n\u201cHigh quality preschool makes such a difference in our children\u2019s lives, and Head Start gives families the support they need to succeed. Our legislation will help more families give their children the best possible start.\u201d\n\nCongresswoman Hayes:\n\n\u201cHead Start is one of the greatest anti-poverty programs that we have. It offers high-quality education, health, and social services to the youngest and most vulnerable among us during a critical developmental stage. The Head Start Expansion and Improvement Act demands immediate action in addressing the growing needs of this vital program and allows more families to access its services.\u201d\n\nCongresswoman Lofgren:\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s critical that America\u2019s children receive a first-class education and have opportunities that create a solid learning foundation. Under the Trump administration, critical federal education programs and agencies have been increasingly under threat. For more than 60 years, Head Start has played an important role in helping children enter school ready to learn and succeed. I am proud to join Reps. Hayes and Landsman in introducing the Head Start Expansion and Improvement Act to protect and preserve the Head Start program.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-18T05:27:41Z", "2026-08-18T05:29:06Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-applauds-additional-investment-289597-northwest-ohio-airports", "Kaptur Applauds Additional Investment Of $289,597 For Northwest Ohio Airports", "2026-08-14", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, announced that two Northwest Ohio airports will receive United States Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awards for critical upgrades and improvements. The Defiance County Regional Airport Authority will receive $192,887 for pavement reconstruction, while the Put-in-Bay Township Port Authority will receive $96,710 for an airport-wide obstruction survey.\n\n\u201cOhio\u2019s strong aviation history shines bright across our Great Lakes region, and it is a privilege to build upon it by investing in local airport innovation and expansion,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cCreating partnerships between Federal agencies and our local communities is vital to Northwest Ohio\u2019 continued success. Working together to deliver these awards makes our airports safer and more efficient for all aviation staff, customers, and the businesses that rely on them. Together we are creating a standard of excellence that will help our region thrive for all the generations to come.\u201d\n\nCalled Northwest Ohio\u2019s \u201cgateway to business and community,\u201d Defiance County Memorial Airport has been undergoing many improvements over recent years to enhance its infrastructure. Today\u2019s $192,887 investment will help the airport complete the final phase of reconstructing 1,091 square yards of East Apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. The Put-in-Bay Airport is located on South Bass Island and services both small commercial carriers and private aviators carrying freight or vacationers to the area. Its $96,710 award will help the airport conduct an airport-wide obstruction survey for the purpose of collecting detailed aeronautical and environmental data. Comprehensive data will make landing and takeoff safer and can help with future airport planning.\n\nThese new federal investments build on previous awards to airports across our Northwest Ohio region in recent years. In July of this year, Congresswoman Kaptur secured over $3.67 Million for Toledo-area airports and over $7.8 Million for three Northwest Ohio regional airports, including Erie-Ottawa International Airport, Toledo Executive Airport, and Fulton County Airport. On May 18th, Congresswoman Kaptur announced a $1.4 Million Award for Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport. On May 12th, 2026, Congresswoman Kaptur announced over $1 Million in federal investment for infrastructure improvements at Williams County Regional Airport, Defiance Memorial Airport, and Sandusky County Regional Airport.", 1, "2026-08-15T05:23:20Z", "2026-08-15T05:24:50Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-announces-more-than-23-million-for-stark-state-college", "Rep. Sykes Announces more than $2.3 Million for Stark State College", "2026-08-13", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "CANTON, OHIO \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced the National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded Stark State College of Technology $2,350,372 in federal funding through the Advanced Tech Education Program. This funding will be used to help accelerate a solution to closing Ohio\u2019s workforce gap in automation, artificial intelligence, and microelectronics, while establishing a roadmap for other states.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m pleased to announce Stark State College of Technology has received a grant of more than $2.3 million to expand access to job training programs, equipping students with the skills they need to secure good-paying jobs in the growing industries throughout Ohio\u2019s 13th District,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cThis grant will boost our local economy by connecting employers to skilled workers, all while expanding opportunities for students to succeed in today\u2019s workforce.\u201d\n\n\u201cWith more than 3,100 students earning engineering technology and manufacturing-related degrees and certificates each year, Stark State is uniquely positioned to help lead this effort,\u201d said Para M. Jones, Ph.D., president of Stark State College. \u201cBy working with partners across Ohio, we are strengthening the connection between education and industry, expanding opportunities for students and helping build the workforce Ohio manufacturers need to compete and grow.\u201d\n\nThis project helps local community colleges teach modern manufacturing skills by using real industry job standards, building flexible class paths for adult workers, and sharing these successful tools across Ohio through a state network.", 1, "2026-08-22T05:24:59Z", "2026-08-22T05:26:16Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-over-32-million-us-epa-award-lower-maumee-river-sway", "Kaptur Announces Over $32 Million US EPA Award for Lower Maumee River Sway Bridge Project", "2026-08-12", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chair of the bipartisan House Great Lakes Task Force and Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water, announced that the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority has been awarded $32,343,000 through the United States Environmental Protection Agency\u2019s (EPA) Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) to complete remediation of the Lower Maumee River Sway Bridge Project. Congresswoman Kaptur has championed the GLRI since before its creation, and has worked with Presidents of both parties to ensure its continued funding levels. She continues to lead legislation to reauthorize the GLRI including the GLRI Act of 2025.\n\n\u201cAs the largest tributary to the Great Lakes, the Maumee River is a precious natural resource that we must strive to cherish and protect for the generations to come,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cWith this major Federal investment, we return taxpayer dollars back home to Northwest Ohio to allow us to continue our role as stewards of the Great Lakes ecosystem and our mighty Maumee River. The health of our fresh water sources is vital, including that of the Maumee River which is the largest tributary in the entire the Great Lakes region. This is both an environmental and economic priority for our region, as our Great Lakes are home to thousands of unique plant and animal species and generate over $82 Billion in wages and 1.5 million jobs for the Great Lakes Nation on both sides of our northern border.\u201d\n\n\"We are proud to partner with the US EPA, Ohio EPA, the US Army Corps of Engineers, the City of Toledo, and the Great Lakes National Program Office on this transformational project,\" said Thomas J. Winston, President and CEO of the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority. \"This investment demonstrates a continued commitment to restoring one of our region's greatest natural resources while strengthening the Port of Toledo's working waterfront.\u201d\n\nThe award will be used to support the removal of tens of thousands of cubic yards of sediment from the Lower Maumee River between the Seneca Petroleum Marine Terminal and the Ironville Marine Terminal. This will be one of the largest sediment remediation efforts in Northwest Ohio. All dredged material will be disposed of within the Port Authority\u2019s Confined Disposal Facility. The site has been designated as a priority for remediation efforts due to high levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and other contaminants. Produced both naturally and by human activity, PAHs have been linked to cancer, cardiovascular issues, and developmental defects. The Ohio EPA will also be contributing $1.75 Million to the project.\n\nThe Maumee Area of Concern was designated in 1987 and spans across nearly 1,900 miles of streams and 45 miles of Lake Erie shoreline. Industrial and municipal development in the area has led to contamination entering the water, making it less safe for wildlife, recreation, and fresh drinking water. Federal, state, and local partners have joined hands on several projects to advance remediation and restoration efforts.\n\nThrough her position as ranking member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water, Congresswoman Kaptur has secured millions of dollars of funds each year for Northwest Ohio wetlands and shorelines. In 2026 alone, this includes $17.6 Million for harbor dredging in Northwest Ohio, $3.4 Million for the Sawmill Creek Wastewater Treatment plant, and $795,152 for the University of Toledo\u2019s research on harmful algal blooms (HAB). Congresswoman Kaptur remains committed to bringing new funds and Federal investment back home, to ensure your tax dollars uplift our communities.\n\nFor more information on the Sway Bridge Project and the Wastewater Treatment Plant Project, you can click here. For more information on the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative and its efforts to restore the largest freshwater system in the world, you canclick here.", 1, "2026-08-13T06:17:16Z", "2026-08-13T06:18:13Z"], ["https://landsman.house.gov/posts/landsman-leads-bipartisan-effort-to-keep-hemp-beverages-safe-and-on-shelves", "Landsman Leads Bipartisan Effort to Keep Hemp Beverages Safe and on Shelves", "2026-08-11", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Greg Landsman", "L000601", "landsman.house.gov", "landsman", "https://landsman.house.gov/press", "scraper", "Cincinnati, OH \u2013 This week, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) and Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne (R-TX-24) introduced bipartisan legislation that creates a safe and straightforward national framework to keep hemp-derived beverages on the market.\n\nLast year, the Trump Administration passed legislation that significantly lowers the amount of THC allowed in hemp products, including beverages. The federal limit is set to take effect on November 12, 2026, and it threatens to nearly eliminate the legal marketplace for hemp-derived beverages.\n\nIn response, Reps. Landsman and Van Duyne introduced the bipartisan Beverage Regulatory Parity Act \u2013 legislation that gives Congress a targeted framework that protects children, provides regulatory certainty, and allows responsible hemp beverage companies to operate under clear standards.\n\nWhat the Beverage Regulatory Parity Act Does:\n\nEstablishes a clear three-tier distribution system for hemp-derived beverages that mirrors the long-proven alcohol model. This structure aims to keep the market orderly and accountable from production all the way to the store shelf.\n\nProtects children by putting strong labeling and advertising rules in place \u2013 prohibiting any labels, graphics, or ads designed to appeal to kids.\n\nProtects states\u2019 rights ensuring nothing in the bill stops any state from adding their own rules or prohibiting hemp-derived beverages completely.\n\nImposes a nationwide 21-and-over standard, mandatory testing, Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) permits, strict THC limits, and detailed risk warnings.\n\nBans synthetically derived cannabinoids to ensure only natural plant-based compounds end up in these beverages eliminating any unpredictable lab-made substances.\n\nInstitutes a straightforward federal excise tax, similar to alcohol, on each milligram of intoxicating THC in a hemp-derived beverage\n\nCongressman Landsman:\n\n\u201cThere are people all over Southwest Ohio who have invested significantly in these products, and they\u2019ve done so safely. Now the federal government is telling them they can\u2019t sell these products anymore. Our bill is bipartisan and very straightforward. It will keep people safe and let these folks stay in business.\u201d\n\nCongresswoman Van Duyne:\n\n\u201cI\u2019ve heard directly from people across North Texas who consume hemp-derived beverages, and businesses who sell them, that they need clarity, not a ban that pushes this market underground. The Beverage Regulatory Parity Act brings long-overdue certainty to the industry by regulating these beverages with the same proven structure that has successfully governed alcohol for decades. I am glad to introduce this bipartisan legislation alongside Rep. Greg Landsman, because American families and responsible businesses deserve structure and sensible regulations that protect children while allowing adults to choose beverages they prefer.\u201d\n\nThe Beverage Regulatory Parity Act is supported by the Beverage Alcohol Merchants Coalition (BAMCO), Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA), Texas Package Stores Association (TPSA), Specs Wine, Spirits & Fine Foods, Coalition of Adult Beverage Alternatives (CABA), Hemp Beverage Alliance (HBA), American Alternative Care Policy Network (AACPN), Total Wine & More, American Beverage Licensees (ABL), Beverage Wholesalers for Responsible Regulation (BWRR), and Texas Food & Fuel Association.\n\nRead the bill text HERE.\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-12T06:18:38Z", "2026-08-12T06:20:33Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-announces-nearly-100000-for-the-canton-police-department-and-stark-county-sheriffs-office", "Rep. Sykes Announces nearly $100,000 for the Canton Police Department and Stark County Sheriff\u2019s Office", "2026-08-11", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "CANTON, OHIO \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced that the City of Canton\u2019s Police Department and Stark County Sheriff\u2019s Office has been awarded $99,769 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Justice's Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program.\n\nThe funding, awarded through the Office of Justice Programs' Bureau of Justice Assistance, will support law enforcement equipment and services for the Canton Police Department and the Stark County Sheriff's Office.\n\n\"This funding will give our local law enforcement the tools they need to keep our communities safe,\" said Rep. Sykes. \"From updating outdated equipment to strengthening our fight against human trafficking and narcotics, this investment makes a real difference for the officers who serve Canton and Stark County every day.\"\n\n\u201cThe Stark County Sheriff's Office is thrilled to have been awarded this grant, which will help us continue improving the services we provide to our community,\" said Stark County Sheriff Eric Weisburn. \"We'll use this funding to invest in tools and resources our officers need to do their jobs safely and effectively.\u201d\n\nThe Canton Police Department will use its portion of the funds to purchase new Getac Generation 7 Mobile Data Terminals (MDTs), replacing outdated units currently in use by officers, including one Generation 3 MDT, five Generation 4 MDTs, and ten Generation 5 MDTs. The upgraded technology is expected to improve the speed and efficiency of officer reporting in the field.\n\nThe Stark County Sheriff's Office will use its share of the award to strengthen the Stark County Metro Narcotics Unit and the Human Trafficking Task Force. Planned purchases include a covert pole camera unit, ten Axon tasers with accessories, a Tip411 web-based tip subscription, and an Oculus NxtGen 4G/LTE device. Officials say the new equipment will enhance operational capabilities for both units and support broader public safety efforts across Stark County.\n\nThe award covers a project period from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2028.", 1, "2026-08-22T05:24:59Z", "2026-08-22T05:26:16Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-announces-nearly-175000-for-the-akron-police-department-and-summit-county-department-of-public-safety", "Rep. Sykes Announces nearly $175,000 for the Akron Police Department and Summit County Department of Public Safety", "2026-08-11", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AKRON, OHIO \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced that the City of Akron\u2019s Police Department and the Summit County Department of Public Safety will receive $174,104 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Justice's Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program.\n\nThe award, issued through the Office of Justice Programs' Bureau of Justice Assistance, will help the Akron Police Department close equipment gaps across several of its divisions, including Community Relations, Services, SWAT, Patrol, the Detective Bureau, and the Crime Scene Unit.\n\n\"Public safety works best when our officers have the tools and training to do their jobs well,\" said Rep. Sykes. \"This funding helps close real gaps for the Akron Police Department and gives Summit County's public safety team the chance to build on their skills through additional training. I'll keep fighting to bring these important resources home to Northeast Ohio.\"\n\n\u201cCongresswoman Sykes has been a strong advocate for Summit County and our communities, and we appreciate her continued support for the resources and investments that help keep our residents safe,\u201d said County Executive Ilene Shapiro. \u201cHer partnership and commitment to public safety make a real difference, and we are grateful for her work on behalf of Summit County.\u201d\n\nA portion of the funding will support the Akron Police Department's new Strategic Equipment for Community Understanding, Response, and Enforcement (SECURE) program, which is designed to improve operational efficiency across multiple bureaus. Goals of the initiative include providing HIPAA-compliant access where needed, upgrading technology, improving officer safety, and strengthening ties between police and the community they serve.\n\nA portion of the award will also go to the Summit County Department of Public Safety, which plans to use the funds for staff training. Summit County personnel will attend the Alumni Professional Exchange Continuing Education Workshop, the National Forum on Criminal Justice, and the Center for Homeland Security and Defense Continuing Education Workshop.\n\nThe award covers a project period from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2028.", 1, "2026-08-22T05:24:59Z", "2026-08-22T05:26:16Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-mccaul-hoyer-wilson-colleagues-introduce-lindsey-o-graham", "Kaptur, McCaul, Hoyer, Wilson, Colleagues Introduce the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026", "2026-08-10", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2013 Today, Co-Founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Emeritus Congressman Michael McCaul (TX-10), Former Majority Leader of the House of Representatives Congressman Steny Hoyer (MD-05), and Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) introduced the bipartisanLindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 alongside 12 of their colleagues. This legislation \u2014 which honors the late Senator Lindsey Graham, who worked on the bill for more than a year and secured the White House\u2019s support \u2014 will hold major purchasers of Russian oil and gas accountable for supporting Russia\u2019s war against Ukraine and extend sanctions that restrict funding for Iran\u2019s energy and weapons sectors.\n\n\u201cDictator Vladimir Putin\u2019s illegal invasion of Ukraine is failing\u2014Ukraine is battering Russian war infrastructure and the Kremlin is losing tens of thousands of troops each month. Now is the time to intensify pressure on Putin through crippling sanctions while surging support for our Ukrainian allies,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cPutin will not make peace until he is forced to. I have been a supporter of every bipartisan sanctions bill on the table to pressure Russia to end its illegal full-scale invasion, and I am confident that the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 will accomplish that mission. Designed to protect our allies who aid Ukraine while squeezing Putin and the countries that enable his invasion, the sweeping sanctions and targeted tariffs in this bill are the best chance we have to get bipartisan legislation signed into law to hold Russia accountable and achieve peace.\u201d\n\n\u201cSenator Graham was a national security giant, a statesman of unmatched conviction, and a personal friend and mentor. We shared a fundamental worldview: America is strongest at home when it projects strength abroad. That\u2019s why he fought so hard for this bill, which I promised him months ago I would introduce in the House,\u201d said Congressman Michael McCaul (TX-10). \u201cAs President Zelensky told me last month when I visited Ukraine, he is ready for a ceasefire \u2014 ready to negotiate, as he has been for years. Putin, on the other hand, consistently defies President Trump and the international community by refusing to come to the table. I can think of no better way to honor Senator Graham\u2019s life and legacy than by passing these tough sanctions, which will help force Putin into negotiations and bring us closer to securing Lindsey\u2019s vision of enduring peace in two critical regions of the world.\u201d\n\n\u201cDemocracy is presently under threat from despotism, and Congress must act to defend democracy and help Ukraine defeat Vladimir Putin\u2019s effort to extinguish its liberty and sovereignty. Our legislation goes after multiple sources of Russian war funding, including its oil and gas sectors, shadow fleet, and financial institutions. I\u2019m encouraged that the Senate passed the companion legislation last week with overwhelming support, and I thank former Chairman McCaul for partnering with me to facilitate action by the House. This action has been delayed too long and will, hopefully, accelerate Ukraine\u2019s success and the ending of this war, one that was initiated illegally by Putin and that has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths of Russians and Ukrainians. I hope that we can secure bipartisan consensus in the House and enact a sanctions package that will stem the flow of money to Russia\u2019s war machine and contribute to a Ukrainian victory,\" said Congressman Steny Hoyer (MD-05).\n\n\"Senator Lindsey Graham and I shared the belief that opposing dictators in defense of freedom and liberty is always the right thing to do. War criminal Putin is losing his invasion of sovereign Ukraine and the threat to humanity posed by the Iranian regime is dire. It is time for Congress to give President Trump the strongest tools available to choke off Russia's war machine for the good of mankind and cripple the ability of Tehran to continue sowing chaos in the region and beyond. My friend and colleague worked tirelessly in championing these critical initiatives, and I am grateful to help advance them across the finish line in the House,\u201d said Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02).\n\nEarlier this month, an overwhelming bipartisan majority in the Senate voted to pass companion legislation, by a vote of 86-11, led by Sens. Darline Graham (R-SC), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Katie Britt (R-AL), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Chair of the Senate Armed Services Committee Roger Wicker (R-MS), and Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Jim Risch (R-ID). The text of the House bill is identical to the text that passed the Senate.\n\n\u201cThis legislation was deeply important to my brother, Lindsey, and I\u2019m grateful that it has achieved such a wide coalition of support. Lindsey was committed to achieving a peaceful resolution to this war, and I\u2019m confident that these sanctions will pave the way,\u201d said Senator Darline Graham (R-SC). \u201cI\u2019m grateful to Rep. McCaul for leading this effort in the House. The Senate came together in a strong, bipartisan fashion to pass the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, and I hope the House of Representatives will do the same. Russia has waged war against Ukraine for far too long, and this bill assists President Trump in his noble efforts to bring it to a close.\u201d\n\n\u201cRepresentatives McCaul, Hoyer, Wilson, Kaptur, and Fitzpatrick are longtime champions of Ukraine\u2019s cause and I am glad to have them leading our legislation in the House of Representatives. After a massive bipartisan vote in the Senate, we are eager to turn to the House as we fight to get this legislation across the finish line. There is immense urgency in getting this done \u2013 July set a record for Russia\u2019s use of ballistic missiles, killing and wounding dozens of Ukrainians, including many children. Cutting off the source of funding \u2013 profits from oil and gas \u2013 for these deadly weapons and Russia\u2019s war machine is essential to ending the bloodshed,\u201d said Senator Blumenthal (D-CT).\n\nJoining Kaptur, McCaul, Hoyer, and Wilson as original cosponsors are Co-Chair of the House Baltic Caucus Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02), Congressman Jake Auchincloss (MA-04), House Armed Services Committee Chairman Congressman Mike Rogers (AL-03), Congresswoman Jill Tokuda (HI-02), Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10), Congressman Gabe Vasquez (NM-02), Congresswoman Ann Wagner (MO-02), Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06), Congressman Ed Case (HI-01); Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Congressman Eugene Vindman (VA-07), Congressman Nathaniel Moran (TX-01), and Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06).\n\n\u201cPutin\u2019s illegal war is failing, but he will not choose peace until the cost becomes too high for Russia and those helping fund his brutality,\u201d said Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02). \u201cSenator Lindsey Graham was one of Congress\u2019s clearest voices for Ukraine, understood that Putin only responds to strength, and worked until his final days to advance the toughest sanctions package yet against Russia\u2019s war machine. The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act would impose crippling pressure on Russia and those enabling Putin\u2019s aggression, honor Sen. Graham\u2019s commitment to Ukraine\u2019s fight for freedom, and make clear that America stands with Ukraine.\u201d\n\n\u201cSince 2022, I have called on both Biden and Trump to empower Ukraine to win this war through both strikes and sanctions on Russian oil infrastructure. The strikes are finally happening, and with this bill the sanctions are coming,\u201d said Congressman Jake Auchincloss (MA-04).\n\n\"I am proud to join in introducing this legislation to sanction Vladimir Putin and his thugs as well as the Iran and its terrorist regime,\u201d said Congressman Mike Rogers (AL-03). \u201cEvery dollar denied to Vladimir Putin weakens his war machine. By choking off the oil and gas revenue fueling Russia's aggression, this legislation gives President Trump powerful leverage to force Putin into serious negotiations that deliver a truly lasting peace. Including additional sanctions on Iran is equally critical given the terrorist regime\u2019s continued threats to freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and its role in enabling Russia\u2019s war against Ukraine. This legislation strengthens America\u2019s hand against adversaries who threaten American security, our allies, and global stability.\u201d\n\n\"It is long past time for Congress to impose tougher consequences on Russia and those financing its illegal war against Ukraine. I'm proud to support this updated legislation, which targets major purchasers of Russian oil and gas that continue to fund the Kremlin's aggression. This war has resulted in an estimated 2 million casualties, including more than half a million deaths. The United States must continue standing with the Ukrainian people and keep the pressure on Russia to agree to a just and lasting peace that preserves a free, sovereign, and independent Ukraine,\u201d said Congresswoman Jill Tokuda (HI-02).\n\n\u201cFor more than four years, the Ukrainian people have fought courageously to defend their sovereignty, and their resolve is paying off. Lindsey Graham understood that standing with nations fighting for freedom strengthens America\u2019s own security, and until his final days, he was pressing for stronger sanctions against Russia,\u201d said Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10). \u201cThis legislation honors that legacy, sends a clear message to Vladimir Putin that he cannot outlast Ukraine or the free world, and gives President Trump another powerful tool to pressure Russia, bring Putin to the negotiating table, and help restore peace to the region.\u201d\n\n\u201cTo end Russia\u2019s unprovoked and deadly invasion of Ukraine, we must enact maximum financial pain on Vladimir Putin and his cronies. I will not stand idly by while countless people are killed due to Putin\u2019s doomed quest to reconstitute the Soviet Union. I am beyond proud to join my colleagues in introducing this sweeping sanctions legislation that will enact severe financial penalties against Putin, his allies, and those who choose to do business with him. The largest war in Europe since World War II must come to an end, and I am confident these measures will accelerate that process. I am also pleased this bill extends the Iran Sanctions Act to ensure all available measures are available to cripple the terrorist Iranian regime. These necessary sanctions are a fitting legacy to honor the late Senator Lindsey Graham, a friend and colleague who continually fought for freedom, democracy, and against tyrannical regimes like Russia and Iran,\u201d said Congresswoman Ann Wagner (MO-02).\n\n\"Vladimir Putin and the regime in Tehran are two of the gravest threats to America and our allies. For far too long, they've bankrolled their aggression by selling oil and gas to whoever will buy it,\u201d said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05). \"This bipartisan legislation cuts off those funding streams: holding accountable anyone who fills Putin's war chest as he wages his brutal, illegal war against Ukraine, and choking off the money that fuels Iran's weapons programs and its terror proxies. I was proud to see the Senate pass this bill with an overwhelming, bipartisan majority, and now it's on the House to finish the job. I can think of no better tribute to Senator Lindsey Graham \u2014 a national security champion \u2014 than enacting the tough sanctions he fought so hard for. Standing up to tyrants isn't a Democratic or Republican issue; it's an American one.\"\n\n\u201cBy targeting the energy revenues and financial networks that fuel Putin\u2019s war machine and enable the Iranian regime\u2019s terrorist activities, this bipartisan legislation strengthens America\u2019s ability to impose real economic consequences on our adversaries,\u201d said Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06). \u201cSenator Graham understood that harnessing America\u2019s full strength from our financial system to our military is essential to deterring aggression, defending our allies, and advancing peace. I\u2019m proud to join my colleagues to help carry forward that legacy.\u201d\n\n\u201cSenator Graham believed, as I do, that American strength remains the surest guardian of peace,\u201d said Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01). \u201cThat conviction guided our work together on this legislation. Putin\u2019s war machine runs on oil, money, and the willingness of others to look the other way\u2014and the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 attacks all three. It isolates Russia\u2019s banks, shuts down the networks financing its aggression, and forces every government and company enabling this war to make a choice. By increasing the cost of Putin\u2019s war and reducing his ability to sustain it, this legislation strengthens the path to a just and lasting peace\u2014one determined by Ukraine, not imposed by Moscow. The most fitting tribute Congress can offer Lindsey is to finish the work he began, carry forward the cause of freedom he championed, and make clear that America\u2019s resolve will endure until that peace is secured.\u201d\n\n\u201cSupporting a strong, free Ukraine is imperative for the national security of our communities here at home. Sanctioning Russia and Putin sends a direct message to the world: the United States will not sit by while brutal regimes bankroll aggression against democratic nations,\u201d said Congressman Eugene Vindman (VA-07). \u201cI am proud to be a co-sponsor of this essential legislation. We must continue to escalate the economic pressure on the Kremlin and strengthen our resolve for the Ukrainian people as they fight for their freedom, sovereignty, and security.\u201d\n\n\"Russia is perpetrating a war of aggression, and we must keep the pressure on Vladimir Putin. This action is long overdue, but we are finally moving forward with the resolve this moment demands. These sanctions will erode Russia's war machine by cutting off the revenue that funds it. We must hold those who are fueling this war accountable. These sanctions focus on Russia but will also target dangerous Chinese entities which support the Russian defense industrial base. Peace is the goal, and these mechanisms give the President the tools to achieve that goal,\u201d said Congressman Nathaniel Moran (TX-07).\n\n\u201cFor more than four years, Ukrainians have courageously defended their freedom against Putin\u2019s brutal invasion. The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act would increase pressure on the Kremlin, hold those supporting its war accountable, and strengthen Ukraine\u2019s position in pursuit of a just peace,\" said Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06). \u201cThe bill also extends longstanding sanctions against Iran. Sanctions cannot replace a clear strategy or the President\u2019s obligation to seek congressional authorization for war, but they remain an important diplomatic tool. I am proud to cosponsor this legislation.\u201d\n\nClick here to read full text of the legislation.", 1, "2026-08-11T05:54:29Z", "2026-08-11T05:56:25Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-announces-400000-for-mental-health-and-substance-abuse-services-in-ohios-13th-district", "Rep. Sykes Announces $400,000 for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services in Ohio\u2019s 13th District", "2026-08-10", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AKRON, OHIO \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded $400,000 in continuation funding for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services to Ohio's 13th Congressional District. The funding, awarded to Oriana House, supports the Akron Municipal Recovery Court and the Summit County Turning Point Collaborative Drug Court Program, which serve individuals with mental illnesses or substance abuse disorders who come into contact with the justice system.\n\n\"Programs that support individuals with mental illness in the criminal justice system are essential for breaking the cycle of incarceration and promoting recovery. Investing $400,000 to expand programs like Summit County's Valor Court to support veterans and the PIVOT Drug Court to support individuals with substance abuse issues creates a more just and humane system that prioritizes rehabilitation and reintegration into society,\" said Rep. Sykes.\n\n\u201cThank you to Congresswoman Emilia Sykes for the continuation of this important funding, used in part to support Summit County\u2019s only adult felony drug court program, Turning Point,\u201d said Judge Joy Malek Oldfield. \u201cThis funding strengthens access to treatment and recovery support, and assists our participants working towards stability and sobriety. Judge Oldfield and the Summit County Turning Point Program are grateful to work alongside Congresswoman Sykes, the Oriana House, Judge Jon Oldham and Akron Recovery Court towards a stronger, safer and healthier community.\u201d\n\nFor more information about grant opportunities and assistance, visit sykes.house.gov/services/grants-and-federal-funding.", 1, "2026-08-22T05:24:59Z", "2026-08-22T05:26:16Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-announces-450000-for-university-of-akron-for-water-research", "Rep. Sykes Announces $450,000 for University of Akron for Water Research", "2026-08-10", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AKRON, OHIO \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced that the National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded the University of Akron $450,000 for water molecular research that gathers quantitative data on water to help support collaborative work within the polymer, beauty and agriculture industries.\n\n\u201cResearch institutions like the University of Akron are driving innovation that strengthens our economy, advances scientific discovery, and improves lives. This federal investment will support groundbreaking research that could lead to economic growth while creating valuable opportunities for students and emerging scientists. I am proud to help secure resources that keep Akron at the forefront of innovation and prepare the next generation of researchers and problem-solvers,\u201d said Rep. Sykes.\n\n\u201cThank you, Congresswoman Sykes, for your continued support of the National Science Foundation and the groundbreaking research taking place at the University of Akron. This investment strengthens American scientific leadership, provides valuable research opportunities for students, and advances fundamental discoveries that will contribute to innovations in chemistry, materials science, and related fields for years to come,\u201d said Suzanne Bausch, vice president for Research and Business Engagement.\n\nFederal investments in research help Ohio universities attract top talent, strengthen partnerships with industry leaders, and create new opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience in emerging fields. Rep. Sykes has consistently advocated for federal investments that expand research capacity and workforce development opportunities across Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District. Support for research institutions like the University of Akron helps ensure that the region remains competitive in rapidly growing sectors while fostering economic growth and innovation.", 1, "2026-08-22T05:24:59Z", "2026-08-22T05:26:16Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-announces-400000-federal-grant-for-summit-county-zero-suicide-project", "Rep. Sykes Announces $400,000 Federal Grant for Summit County Zero Suicide Project", "2026-08-06", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AKRON, OHIO \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced that the Summit County Zero Suicide Project, facilitated by the Community Health Center (CHC), will receive $400,000 in federal funding from the Center for Mental Health Services to support early identification and prevention of suicide and its impact on the community.\n\nThe five-year grant, awarded through the Center for Mental Health Services Projects of Regional and National Significance, will fund the implementation of the Zero Suicide Framework, a nationally recognized approach that strengthens suicide prevention efforts by improving identification, treatment, and ongoing support for individuals at risk of suicide. Suicide continues to impact individuals and families across every community including Summit County, highlighting the need for accessible, coordinated behavioral healthcare.\n\n\u201cThis federal investment in Summit County Zero Suicide Project will strengthen access to critical mental health and substance use disorder services for Summit County residents,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cIt will provide individuals with the support they need to pursue recovery, and I look forward to seeing the continued impact of this funding in our community.\u201d", 1, "2026-08-22T05:24:59Z", "2026-08-22T05:26:16Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-office-congresswoman-kaptur-0", "Statement From Office Of Congresswoman Kaptur", "2026-08-02", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2013 Today, the office of Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement:\n\n\"This morning Congresswoman Kaptur was a passenger in a vehicle on her way to a church service when the car she was traveling in was struck. She is active, alert, and being treated for non-life threatening injuries.\n\n\"We look forward to additional information from Toledo Police as they investigate the accident. Congresswoman Kaptur is thankful for the quick actions of first responders from Toledo Police and Fire Departments who arrived promptly on scene, and the medical professionals helping to take care of those involved in the crash.\n\n\"She expressed her deep gratitude to the hundreds of constituents who have reached out and looks forward to returning to a full schedule soon.\"", 1, "2026-08-03T08:26:20Z", "2026-08-03T08:27:37Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-bipartisan-co-chairs-great-lakes-task-force-urge-administration", "Kaptur, Bipartisan Co-Chairs Of Great Lakes Task Force Urge Administration To Lift Stop-Work Order On Brandon Road Lock And Dam Complex", "2026-08-01", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2013 On Friday, July 31st, the bipartisan Co-Chairs of the Congressional Great Lakes Task Force Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06), Congressman Dave Joyce (OH-14), and Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-04) sent a letter urging the Trump Administration to lift a stop-work order and end the Administrative review on the Brandon Road Lock and Dam complex. The critical project is designed to prevent invasive carp from reaching the Great Lakes and devastating the region\u2019s $11 Billion fishing and recreation industry. The work was abruptly halted on July 24, 2026, putting the Great Lakes region\u2019s ecosystems and economy at severe risk. As bipartisan Congressional Great Lakes Task Force Co-Chairs, the Members are calling for the release of Federal funds to the US Army Corps of Engineers so construction on the vital multilayer barrier system can resume without further delay. Congresswoman Kaptur previously issued a statement in response to the stop work order on Thursday, July 30th.\n\nA full copy of the letter can be found by clicking here, or reading below:\n\nDear Director Vought and Assistant Secretary Telle:\n\nWe write to express concern over delays affecting the timely construction of the Brandon Road Interbasin Project (BRIP) under the Department of the Army\u2019s Civil Works Program and to urge prompt resolution of these delays. As we emphasized in our April 9, 2026, letter, this project is critical to preventing invasive carp from penetrating the Great Lakes. The project has been thoroughly reviewed by Congress, the US Army Corps of Engineers, and local partners. Its funding has been authorized and appropriated by Congress, and the non-Federal sponsors have met all applicable cost\u2011share obligations and secured the necessary property for construction.\n\nThe Corps of Engineers awarded the latest contract for the first phase of the project on April 23, 2026. However, we were informed that on July 24, 2026, the Corps of Engineers issued a stop-work order on the project\u2019s contracts, causing additional delays and putting the Great Lakes ecosystem at direct risk. There is a rapidly closing window to stop the further spread of these harmful invasive species before they inflict irreparable damage on the Great Lakes.\n\nThe Great Lakes and their waterways are a way of life\u2014providing fresh water, fish and wildlife habitat, and countless opportunities for recreation, while supporting the economies of eight surrounding States and thousands of good-paying American jobs. Once invasive carp establish reproducing populations, there is little that can be done to stop them from taking over the ecosystem, leading to escalating costs for American taxpayers. Any threat to the Great Lakes is a direct threat to the American economy, the more than 3,500 native species of plants and animals within the Great Lakes ecosystem, and the drinking water supply millions rely upon.\n\nImportantly, we appreciate that the President has publicly conveyed his support for this effort numerous times since issuing his May 9, 2025, memorandum titled \u201cProtecting the Great Lakes from Invasive Carp.\u201d Given the strong support for this project from President Trump, its non-Federal sponsors, and the longstanding bipartisan support for its timely construction by Congress, as Co-Chairs of the Congressional Great Lakes Task Force we respectfully urge you to lift the stop-work orders, conclude any additional administration review of BRIP, and release Federal funds through the Army Corps of Engineers without any further delay.\n\nWe look forward to continued collaboration to ensure timely completion of the Brandon Road Interbasin Project.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-08-02T07:31:21Z", "2026-08-02T07:32:50Z"], ["https://landsman.house.gov/posts/landsman-statement-on-trump-deporting-tens-of-thousands-of-haitians", "Landsman Statement on Trump Deporting Tens of Thousands of Haitians", "2026-07-31", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Greg Landsman", "L000601", "landsman.house.gov", "landsman", "https://landsman.house.gov/press", "scraper", "Cincinnati, OH \u2013 Today, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) released the following statement after Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti has officially ended.\n\nPresident Trump is about to deport tens of thousands of Haitians. It\u2019s cruel, wrong, and terrible for our country.\n\nStarting this weekend, Haitian families are being told to report to ICE facilities, and we don\u2019t know what will happen next.\n\nWhat we do know is who these families are. They have dignity. They work really hard. They\u2019ve started businesses, filled manufacturing job shortages, and many of them are home health workers taking care of our families.\n\nThe violence in Haiti has been terrifying for years, and it\u2019s only gotten worse. Sending them back would be inhumane. They\u2019d have a difficult time finding housing, healthcare, jobs. Many will starve. Some may not survive.\n\nThat\u2019s why the House forced a vote and passed an extension of TPS for Haitian families.\n\nThe Senate is still in session for another week and must act before it\u2019s too late.\n\nEveryone deserves to be treated with dignity \u2013 Americans, Haitians, everyone. We can\u2019t lose sight of our shared humanity.\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-01T07:27:26Z", "2026-08-01T07:28:22Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-rep-sykes-brings-northeast-ohio-housing-leaders-together-to-advance-solutions-to-housing-crisis", "ICYMI: Rep. Sykes Brings Northeast Ohio Housing Leaders Together to Advance Solutions to Housing Crisis", "2026-07-31", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AKRON, OHIO \u2014 U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) hosted her second Housing Together: A Roundtable with Rep. Sykes at the Akron Urban League Thursday. Building on the first event in March, participants discussed the challenges driving housing costs across Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District and identified solutions to make housing more affordable for families.\n\nPanelists identified rising property taxes and increased rent prices as the top issues and pointed to long-term investment in properties and a ban on corporations controlling the single-family home market as potential ways to address the housing affordability crisis.\n\n\u201cHousing affordability is one of the biggest challenges facing families in Northeast Ohio and across the country,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cSolving the issue requires everyone at the table, lenders, realtors, advocates, and community leaders working together, and I\u2019m proud the roundtable presented real solutions.\u201d\n\nRep. Sykes was joined by 717 Credit Union President and CEO John Demmler, Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS Vice President of Advocacy Jamie McMillen, Fair Housing Advocates Association Executive Director Vincent Curry, and Ohio Housing Finance Agency Legislative Liaison Grant Miller. The group focused on housing shortages, expanding affordable housing, increasing homeownership, strengthening consumer protections, and fighting discrimination in the housing market.\n\n\u201cHomeownership remains the American Dream, and every Ohio family deserves the opportunity to achieve it. Conversations like today\u2019s housing roundtable keep the momentum moving toward practical solutions that address housing affordability and supply,\u201d said McMillen. \u201cWe appreciate Congresswoman Emilia Sykes\u2019 leadership and support of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which provides communities with important tools to expand housing opportunities. Now the work turns to implementation, and the Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS\u00ae is committed to partnering with policymakers and local communities to help more Ohioans achieve the dream of homeownership.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis country is experiencing both a housing and an affordable housing crisis and people and communities are suffering,\u201d said Curry. \u201cThe 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which recently became law, is the first step to addressing those needs. I appreciate Rep. Sykes, who supported the law, for being proactive in highlighting the problems and bringing together community stakeholders to continue to develop strategies and ideas to help this community and this country to meet its housing needs. My office looks forward to continuing to work with her office.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe appreciate the opportunity to participate in Congresswoman Sykes\u2019 housing roundtable, and the opportunity to discuss the various ways we can work together to address housing affordability, which is the foundation for a strong quality of life for Ohioans,\u201d said Ohio Housing Finance Agency Director of Public Affairs Penny Martin.\n\nThe roundtable builds on Rep. Sykes\u2019 continued housing leadership. A couple weeks ago, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act became law after she and her congressional colleagues passed the landmark bipartisan bill. The legislation expands housing affordability and supply nationwide by incorporating priorities championed in Rep. Sykes\u2019 Homes Over Massive Investors in Neighborhoods (HOMES) Act, including efforts to address the role of large-scale institutional investors in local housing markets.\n\nFollowing the passage of the bill, she hosted a telephone town hall with federal and local leaders so constituents could hear directly from experts and receive guidance on their housing concerns.\n\nRep. Sykes also serves as Chair of the New Democrat Coalition\u2019s Housing Task Force and Co-Convener of the House Democrats\u2019 Housing Working Group.\n\nThe New Dems released an Affordability Agenda earlier this year that focuses on:\n\nCutting red tape and updating permitting and zoning to build four million homes in the next decade.\n\nLeveling the playing field by eliminating unfair tax breaks for private equity and large investors.\n\nUtilizing innovative construction technologies to accelerate home production.\n\nBuilding more affordable homes by increasing Low-Income Housing Tax Credit allocations and community benefits.\n\nIn June, Rep. Sykes was tasked by House Minority Leader U.S. Representative Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08) with co-leading the Housing Working Group to create a policy agenda that lowers the cost of living for working families. So far, the group has held a stakeholder roundtable with more than 20 national groups and several meetings with Members of Congress to hear about their districts\u2019 housing priorities.", 1, "2026-08-01T07:27:26Z", "2026-08-01T07:28:22Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-announces-600000-in-federal-funding-for-hope-and-healing-survivor-resource-center-to-combat-abuse-of-older-adults", "Rep. Sykes Announces $600,000 in Federal Funding for Hope and Healing Survivor Resource Center to Combat Abuse of Older Adults", "2026-07-31", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AKRON, OHIO \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced that the Hope and Healing Survivor Resource Center in Akron will receive $600,000 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Justice\u2019s Office on Violence Against Women. Awarded through the Training and Services to End Abuse in Later Life Program, the grant will help strengthen efforts in Summit County to address abuse of adults aged 50 and older.\n\n\u201cOlder adults in our community deserve to live free from harm and mistreatment,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cThis funding will help Summit County respond to seniors experiencing abuse and make sure they have the access to the support they need. I\u2019m proud to see this investment come home to Akron.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis award from the U.S. Department of Justice\u2019s Office on Violence Against Women represents an important investment in the safety, dignity, and well-being of older adults experiencing abuse, while creating a unique opportunity for Hope & Healing to partner with the Victim Assistance Program and agencies throughout Summit County to build a coordinated, trauma-informed response. Together, we will strengthen services, improve access to support for older survivors, and ensure our community is better equipped to prevent, identify, and respond to abuse in later life,\u201d said Teresa Stafford-Wright, Chief Executive Officer of Hope & Healing Survivor Resource Center.\n\nThe four-year grant, beginning August 1, 2026, and running through July 31, 2030, will support training for criminal justice professionals and others who work with older victims, while expanding coordinated community responses and direct services for survivors.", 1, "2026-08-01T07:27:26Z", "2026-08-01T07:28:22Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-joins-bipartisan-effort-to-establish-tuskegee-airmen-memorial-in-washington-dc", "Rep. Sykes Joins Bipartisan Effort to Establish Tuskegee Airmen Memorial in Washington, D.C.", "2026-07-31", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) joined U.S. Representative Shomari Figures (AL-02) and a bipartisan group of lawmakers as an original cosponsor of the Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Act of 2026, legislation that would authorize Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. to establish a permanent memorial in Washington, D.C., honoring the service and achievements of the Tuskegee Airmen.\n\nThe memorial would be established on federal land in accordance with the Commemorative Works Act and would provide a lasting tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen, the nation\u2019s first Black military aviators.\n\n\u201cThe Tuskegee Airmen answered the call to serve our country at a time when they faced discrimination both in and outside of the military,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cTheir service helped change the course of American history, and their story reflects the importance of recognizing those who have fought to make our nation stronger. I am proud to support this bipartisan effort to ensure their contributions are honored in our nation\u2019s capital.\u201d\n\nThe Tuskegee Airmen trained at Tuskegee Army Air Field in Alabama and flew combat missions during World War II. Despite serving in a segregated military, they demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication, challenging barriers and helping advance the effort to desegregate the United States Armed Forces.", 1, "2026-08-01T07:27:26Z", "2026-08-01T07:28:22Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-joins-house-democrats-discharge-petition-to-block-18-billion-trump-slush-fund", "Rep. Sykes Joins House Democrats\u2019 Discharge Petition to Block $1.8 Billion Trump Slush Fund", "2026-07-31", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) joined the full House Democratic Caucus in signing onto a discharge petition from Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, U.S. Representative Jamie Raskin (MD-08). This petition will force a vote on the No Corrupt Agreements Requiring Taxpayer Expenditures Benefitting Lawbreakers and Assorted Non-Prosecution Covenants, Handouts, and Emoluments Act (No Carte Blanche Act) of 2026 to permanently block President Trump\u2019s effort to create a $1.8 billion taxpayer-funded slush fund, one of the president\u2019s most corrupt actions yet.\n\n\u201cThe people of Ohio\u2019s 13th District deserve a government that is accountable to them, not one that asks taxpayers to finance political favors,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cAmericans witnessed the violence and chaos of January 6, and Congress must ensure taxpayer dollars can never be used to reward those who sought to overturn our democracy. I\u2019m proud to join this effort to permanently prevent that from happening.\u201d\n\nThe No Carte Blanche Act combines two pieces of legislation that together would permanently block these abuses:", 1, "2026-08-01T07:27:26Z", "2026-08-01T07:28:22Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-statement-halt-brandon-road-lock-and-dam-construction", "Kaptur Statement on Halt of Brandon Road Lock and Dam Construction", "2026-07-30", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water and Co-Chair of the bipartisan House Great Lakes Task Force, released the following statement about the US Army Corps of Engineers stopping work on the Brandon Road Lock and Dam complex, a project in Joliet, Illinois intended to stop invasive carp from reaching the Great Lakes.\n\n\"The Army Corps of Engineers has stopped work at the Brandon Road Interbasin Project. That is terrible news for our Great Lakes. Invasive carp do not belong here. If they reach the Great Lakes, they will destroy our native ecosystem. Lake Erie holds more fish and more boats than all the other Great Lakes combined. Ohio has as much at stake in this fight as any State in the basin \u2014 and so does every family that fishes, boats, or earns a living on Lake Erie and in our precious Freshwater Kingdom.\n\n\u201cFor years, we have worked on a bipartisan basis to build a barrier program at Brandon Road that meets the needs of every affected State. Congress authorized this project, and Congress paid for it. Multiple states have made financial and land contributions for the project. The President himself directed his agencies to move it with maximum speed. The work had finally begun.\n\n\u201cAnd yet, now we learned of a stop work order through the news. The Administration and Corps of Engineers did not provide any legally-required notice to Congress nor any public information. That sends a red alert across the Great Lakes basin.\n\n\u201cThe Corps of Engineers must resume the work at once. Congress has spoken. The Governors from the Great Lakes States have spoken. This project is under construction, and it must be built. There is no excuse for delay, and as Ranking Member of the Energy and Water Appropriations Subcommittee and a leader of the bipartisan Great Lakes Task Force I stand fully ready to use all the tools in our arsenal to ensure this vital work resumes with great haste.\u201d\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-07-31T07:49:23Z", "2026-07-31T07:50:48Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-secures-20000-in-federal-arts-funding-for-akron-performance-series", "Rep. Sykes Secures $20,000 in Federal Arts Funding for Akron Performance Series", "2026-07-28", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AKRON, OHIO \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced the National Endowment for the Arts has awarded $20,000 to Art Resources Transformations to support a multidisciplinary performance series.\n\nThe grant, awarded through the NEA\u2019s Grants for Arts Projects program in the Presenting & Multidisciplinary Works category, will fund a series presented by Curated Storefront featuring performances by multidisciplinary artist Josh Azzarella. The series will include an installation that uses video cameras and custom software to translate light and the movements of musicians and audience members into unique, real-time audio outputs, alongside collaborations with jazz artist Theron Brown and live soundtracks generated for silent films.\n\n\u201cThis is a wonderful opportunity for people throughout our community to celebrate local talented artists,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cThe arts help make our community more vibrant and I look forward to how this funding helps improve our district.\u201d", 1, "2026-07-29T07:41:48Z", "2026-07-29T07:42:57Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-announces-nearly-370000-hhs-grant-for-interval-brotherhood-home", "Rep. Sykes Announces Nearly $370,000 HHS Grant for Interval Brotherhood Home", "2026-07-27", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "AKRON, OHIO \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced the Department of Health & Human Services has awarded Interval Brotherhood Home (IBH) $369,317 through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration\u2019s (SAMHSA) Targeted Capacity Expansion: Special Projects (TCE-SP) grant program.\n\nThe award will support the continued operation of IBH\u2019s recovery housing program, which provides safe, stable, and sober housing for clients transitioning out of residential treatment. While in the program, clients receive outpatient treatment, ongoing peer support, and connections to local employment opportunities, along with workshops designed to build practical skills and support long-term self-sufficiency.\n\n\u201cThis federal investment in Interval Brotherhood Home will strengthen access to critical mental health and substance use disorder services for Summit County residents,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cIt will provide individuals with the support they need to pursue recovery, and I look forward to seeing the continued impact of this funding in our community.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are humbled by SAMHSA\u2019s continued trust in our mission and deeply grateful for Congresswoman Sykes\u2019s steadfast support of recovery efforts in Summit County,\u201d said Jessica Rist, CEO of IBH Addiction Recovery. \u201cReceiving this award is a powerful vote of confidence in our team and the resilience of the people we serve.\u201d\n\nThis award is the first distribution of the more than $1.1 million in federal funding awarded by SAMHSA in February 2026 to support Interval Brotherhood Home\u2019s recovery housing program over multiple years.\n\nFor more than 50 years, IBH Addiction Recovery has offered treatment options and supportive services for those impacted by the disease of addiction. IBH remains steadfast in its commitment to clients, partners, donors, and the communities it serves, continuing to evolve as the demands for services grow and change.", 1, "2026-07-28T07:37:32Z", "2026-07-28T07:38:50Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/energy-secretarys-own-lawyers-flatly-contradict-his-repeated-denials", "Energy Secretary\u2019s Own Lawyers Flatly Contradict His Repeated Denials That Politics Played Any Role in Mass Termination of Projects", "2026-07-24", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development issued the following statement in response to a court filing recently made public in which the Department of Energy admits that the only reason the Trump Administration chose to terminate nearly 300 energy projects in blue states last October during the government shutdown is the fact that the projects were located in states that did not vote for the President and that are represented by Democratic Senators:\n\n\u201cThis Administration has now admitted in court what has long been obvious: it terminated nearly 300 cost-cutting energy projects for no reason other than the fact that the states they were in did not vote for the President in the 2024 election.\n\n\u201cThis is an astounding admission that the President and his team corruptly abused their power to kill good jobs and punish hard-working families because of their political views.\n\n\u201cSecretary Wright swore up and down for months that these project terminations had absolutely nothing to do with politics, and now his lawyers are declaring that, in fact, politics was the only consideration. Weaponizing the Federal government like this is outright un-American, and it\u2019s hardworking families already struggling with sky-high costs who are suffering the consequences of this corrupt abuse of power.\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s good that several courts have already ruled against the terminations, and it\u2019s high time Republicans join us to hold this Administration accountable for the President\u2019s failure to look out for all Americans.\u201d\n\nOn October 1, 2025, as the president was openly threatening political retribution against Democrats during the shutdown, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russ Vought posted that nearly $8 Billion in funding for cost-cutting energy projects were being terminated, stating: \u201cThe projects are in the following states: CA, CO, CT, DE, HI, IL, MD, MA, MN, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OR, VT, WA.\u201d\n\nHours later, the Department of Energy announced hundreds of projects had been terminated.\n\nSecretary Chris Wright repeatedly and vociferously denied that the decision to terminate the projects had anything to do with political retribution:\n\nOCTOBER 2: Shortly after the announcement, Secretary Wright toldCNN\u2019s Kaitlin Collins in an interview that \u201cthese decisions are made all in the Energy Department, all based on facts.\u201d When asked \u201care you punishing only blue states?\u201d, the secretary replied \u201cnot at all.\u201d\n\nAPRIL 15: Testimony to the House Appropriations Committee: \u201cSo let me restate again: all of the 2,270 projects we evaluated were not evaluated in any way, shape or form based on where they were. \u2026 And all of the people that worked on our project review process did not take into account any politics in the evaluation of these projects.\u201d\n\nAPRIL 16: Testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Committee: \u201cAll of the 2,240 decisions we made did not involve politics atall.\u201d\n\nAPRIL 22: Testimony to the Senate Appropriations Committee: \u201cWe evaluated 2,271 projects, and politics and voting history played no role in any of the 2,271 decisions made. \u2026 The decisions we madewere blind on politics.\u201d\n\nJUNE 10: Testimony to the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee: \u201cWe did not involve politics in the decision-making of our review process. \u2026. No decisions, no decisions were made on politics. I keep hearing that charge. It's bullshit.\u201d\n\nBut in a court filing last week that was recently made public, Secretary Wright\u2019s own lawyers attested that none of the terminated grants were terminated \u201cbased on any programmatic, statutory, cost-reduction, or performance-based factor.\u201d Instead, the Department conceded, \u201cthe inclusion of grants in the October notice tranche was based solely on the political identity of the grant recipient\u2019s state, i.e., whether the recipient\u2019s location and/or place of performance was in a Blue State or a non-Blue State. DOE will not contend that it looked beyond the prime grantee(s) to consider the political identity or geographic distribution of downstream beneficiaries of the grant funds.\u201d\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-07-25T07:13:44Z", "2026-07-25T07:15:09Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-13-million-doj-awards-secure-justice-victims-abuse-and", "Kaptur Announces $1.3 Million in DOJ Awards to Secure Justice for Victims of Abuse and Violence", "2026-07-24", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced $1.3 Million in United States Department of Justice awards for Legal Aid of Western Ohio (LAWO) based in Toledo. LAWO works to ensure that the most vulnerable people in our communities have the same access to legal resources as those who can hire an attorney. The non-profit\u2019s Training and Services to End Abuse in Later Life will receive $700,000 to support victims of abuse over the age of 50 and for the professionals that serve them. The Disability Grant Program will receive $600,000 to provide legal advocacy and consultations for abuse victims with disabilities. Both awards will be administered through the Office on Violence Against Women.\n\n\u201cFor over a half century, legal aid organizations in our Northwest Ohio community have worked tirelessly to bring well-deserved justice and empowerment to those who need it most,\u201d said Congresswoman Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cI am proud to have helped secure these funds for the Legal Aid of Western Ohio to support victims of abuse and violence. Older individuals and people with disabilities face a higher risk of abuse and often have difficulty finding the resources to get help. LAWO provides much-needed relief to these victims and the professionals who investigate crimes of abuse. They can now build upon existing advocacy efforts and continue to reach people across the nearly three dozen counties they serve.\u201d\n\nLAWO serves individuals and families who demonstrate financial need and require legal advocacy, consultation, or representation. In 2022 alone, the organization closed 4,252 cases to protect and stabilize more than 12,000 low-income individuals in Northwest and Western Ohio. The cases ranged from housing and consumer issues to bankruptcy and education equity. LAWO offers specialized programs for domestic violence survivors and seniors. One DOJ award will specifically address the intersection of these two groups, training criminal justice professionals and other professionals who work with older victims of abuse to create safer communities. The funds will target investigation, prosecution, and victim support services for domestic violence, sexual assault, economic abuse, neglect, stalking, and abandonment against individuals aged 50 or older.\n\nLAWO\u2019s disability program will use its award to provide training, consultation, and information on domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, sexual assault, and abuse by caregivers against individuals with disabilities and Deaf people. People with disabilities are three times as likely to be sexually assaulted than people without disabilities, and there can be many barriers to receiving legal assistance. Increased funding will enhance direct services already provided to these individuals.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-07-25T07:13:44Z", "2026-07-25T07:15:09Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-calls-trump-administration-step-enforcement-trade-and-tax-laws", "Kaptur Calls on Trump Administration to Step Up Enforcement of Trade and Tax Laws to Protect America\u2019s Domestic Solar Energy Manufacturers", "2026-07-24", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Toledo, OH \u2014 Earlier this month, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) of Northwest Ohio joined Congressman Ro Khanna (CA-17), the Ranking Member of the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, in sending a bipartisan letter to the heads of US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) urging their immediate action to stop unfairly traded solar products made in China and other countries from entering the United States. These imports are undercutting American companies, including First Solar\u2014a major employer and innovative solar panel manufacturer in Northwest Ohio.\n\nIn the last year, an incorrect customs ruling has allowed growing volumes of foreign\u2011made silicon wafers\u2014popularly called \u201cblue wafers\u201d because they have a blue anti\u2011reflective coating\u2014to enter through US ports. These wafers are being used by foreign solar manufacturers to build solar panels while avoiding customs duties meant to be applied to imported wafers.\n\nThe letter also requests clear IRS guidance be published to prevent companies using imported wafers in their solar panels from improperly claiming advanced manufacturing production tax credits for solar panel production. Congress authorized these tax credits to support US manufacturers that produce components and solar panels here in the United States\u2014not for companies using nearly finished foreign\u2011made parts.\n\n\u201cThe intentional import into the US of nearly finished solar cells made in countries that skirt our trade laws and harm American workers must stop. If these products enter our country, they should pay antidumping and countervailing duties and should not qualify for tax credits reserved for domestic manufacturers,\u201d said Congresswoman Kaptur (OH\u201109). \u201cNorthwest Ohio is home to First Solar, which has worked closely with the University of Toledo and leads the industry in advanced thin\u2011film technology. I will never stop working to ensure full and fair enforcement of US trade and tax laws that protect American companies, jobs, and workers\u2014no matter where the threat comes from.\u201d\n\nJoining Congresswoman Kaptur and Congressman Khanna on their bipartisan letter were Republican Congressman Mike Bost (IL-10) and Republican Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10). The letter follows a site visit made by Congresswoman Kaptur and Congressman Khanna to First Solar\u2019s Perrysburg facilities in May, where they met with workers and company leaders to discuss Federal policies that support American manufacturing and protect US jobs. The letter is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the domestic solar industry in partnership with the Solar Energy Manufacturers for America Coalition (SEMA).\n\nFirst Solar, founded in 1999, operates three advanced manufacturing and research facilities in Ohio, including in Perrysburg, employing over 1,600 workers. The company reports that its Ohio operations support an estimated 9,360 direct, indirect, and induced jobs statewide, generating approximately $792 Million in labor income. In addition, First Solar\u2019s operations added roughly $1.23 Billion in value to Ohio\u2019s economy and produced more than $4.25 Billion in total economic output in 2025.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-07-25T07:13:44Z", "2026-07-25T07:15:09Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/brown-celebrates-neighborhood-revitalization-east-cleveland-supported-funding", "Brown Celebrates Neighborhood Revitalization in East Cleveland Supported by Funding Secured By Her Office", "2026-07-24", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "East Cleveland, OH \u2013 Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) joined the Cuyahoga Land Bank and local elected officials to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the Circle East District, a Cuyahoga Land Bank initiative to revitalize the residential and commercial areas just east of University Circle.\n\nCircle East is supported by $2.35 in Community Project Funding secured by Congresswoman Brown. Brown requested federal funding for Circle East District in 2023 and her funding request was signed into law in 2024 by President Biden.\n\n\u201cThis is an occasion to celebrate. We are investing in East Cleveland, delivering resources, and building new homes in a place that was overlooked and under-supported for too long. The Circle East District has the potential to transform and revitalize an entire neighborhood and help local families thrive. I am proud to have secured $2.35 million in federal funds to support this important project and honored to celebrate the continued progress of Circle East and the revitalization of East Cleveland,\u201d said Congresswoman Shontel Brown.\n\nA catalytic 30-acre neighborhood revitalization, the Circle East District will include over 200 homes, commercial development, and home repair for current residents. The event Friday included a tour of two new homes built by the Cuyahoga Land Bank.\n\nFederal funds secured by Brown have supported the interest buy down program (making homes more affordable), new roads and sidewalks, and home repair for existing residents.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-25T07:13:44Z", "2026-07-25T07:15:09Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/beatty-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-to-expand-access-to-aviation-careers", "BEATTY INTRODUCES BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO EXPAND ACCESS TO AVIATION CAREERS", "2026-07-23", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), today introduced bipartisan legislation to ensure students pursuing aviation degrees have access to financial aid that accurately reflects the true cost of their education, helping strengthen America's aviation workforce and remove unnecessary barriers to entering the profession.\n\nAviation degrees require significant training costs beyond tuition, including flight hours, simulator time, and FAA certification fees. Current law creates uncertainty over whether those expenses can be included in a student's cost of attendance, leaving many students without enough financial aid to complete their degree.\n\n\u201cAs demand for pilots, aviation mechanics, air traffic controllers, and other aviation professionals continues to grow, we should be expanding opportunities\u2014not creating financial barriers,\u201d said Congresswoman Beatty. \u201cI'm proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation because no student should have to put their dreams on hold simply because the true cost of an aviation degree isn't reflected in their financial aid. This bill creates a more realistic pathway for students to earn a degree, join a high-demand workforce, and help keep America's aviation industry soaring.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe WINGS Act addresses a critical gap in federal policy. Aviation careers offer some of the highest salaries in transportation, with airline pilots earning median salaries well into six figures. Yet the upfront cost of required flight training often exceeds $100,000 and is not consistently recognized in federal financial aid calculations. At a time when the aviation industry faces persistent pilot shortages and growing demand, the legislation removes a financial barrier that disproportionately limits access to a high\u2011value STEM career path. This bill modernizes federal policy to reflect the real cost structure of aviation education and ensures that qualified, motivated students can access training aligned with today\u2019s workforce demand,\u201d said Ayanna Howard, Ph.D., Dean of the College of Engineering, The Ohio State University\n\nSouthwest Airlines is pleased to support Representative Beatty\u2019s proposed WINGS Act. As demand for skilled aviation professionals continues to grow, expanding access to aviation education and training is critical to developing the next generation workforce. The WINGS Act removes financial barriers for students pursuing aviation careers and supports a stronger, more resilient industry for years to come,\u201d said Landon Nitschke, Senior Vice President, Technical Operations, Southwest Airlines\n\n\u201cFlight education is inherently expensive, and current federal loan limits leave students covering $80,000 or more out of pocket. This gap puts the career out of reach for too many students,\u201d said Regional Airline Association President and CEO Faye Malarkey Black. \u201cThe WINGS Act would help close that financing gap and provide more students access to transformative pilot careers. We thank Representatives Beatty, Stefanik, Wilson, and Nunn for their leadership and partnership and look forward to working with them to advance the bill through Congress.\u201d\n\nThe legislation clarifies that required aviation training expenses\u2014including flight instruction, simulator time, ground school, equipment, and FAA examination and certification fees\u2014may be included in a student's federally recognized cost of attendance. It also allows students enrolled in FAA Part 141 flight training programs to access higher federal loan limits, recognizing the unique cost structure of aviation education. The changes would take effect beginning with the 2027\u20132028 academic year.\n\nThe legislation has earned broad support from leaders across the aviation industry and higher education, including the National Air Transportation Association (NATA), Airlines for America (A4A), NetJets, Southwest Airlines, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Regional Airline Association (RAA), The Ohio State University, Bowling Green State University, Kent State University, Delaware State University, Hampton University, Tuskegee University, Texas Southern University, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, and numerous additional colleges and universities nationwide.\n\nYou can find the bill text HERE.", 1, "2026-07-24T07:30:11Z", "2026-07-24T07:31:13Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/northwest-ohio-stands-benefit-water-resources-bills-advance-congress", "Northwest Ohio Stands to Benefit as Water Resources Bills Advance in Congress", "2026-07-23", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "July 23, 2026\n\nKaptur Secures Key Local Provisions for Water and Wastewater Infrastructure, Dredging, Flood Control, Downtown Toledo Revitalization, Parks and Recreation, Habitat Protection and Ecosystem Restoration", 1, "2026-07-24T07:30:11Z", "2026-07-24T07:31:13Z"], ["https://landsman.house.gov/posts/landsman-statement-on-cincinnati-flooding", "Landsman Statement on Cincinnati Flooding", "2026-07-23", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Greg Landsman", "L000601", "landsman.house.gov", "landsman", "https://landsman.house.gov/press", "scraper", "Cincinnati, OH \u2013 Today, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) released the following statement on flood damage to Cincinnati communities:\n\nWe\u2019ve been working with local, state, and federal officials to ensure every available resource will be deployed to support our community.\n\nWorking through the disaster declaration process is a top priority, as is the work of local and federal officials to support all fixes to the Duck Creek flood gate.\n\nWe\u2019re locked in to help every single resident and business recover and rebuild. Our goal is to be as reliable of a federal partner as possible.\n\n###\n\nJul 22, 2026\n\nDemocracy\n\nLandsman Voted to Stop Insider Trading and Voter Suppression\n\nCincinnati, OH \u2013 Today, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) released the following statement after voting against Congressional Republicans\u2019 Stop Insider Trading Act: I voted to stop voter suppression and insider trading. This bill had two purposes: make it harder for Americans to vote and codify insider trading in Congress. The bill includes aspects of Trump\u2019s voter suppression [\u2026]\n\nJul 22, 2026\n\nEnergy\n\nLandsman Passes Five Affordability and Transparency Efforts out of Committee, Advancing to the House Floor\n\nCincinnati, OH \u2013 This week, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) announced five efforts around data centers, lowering drug costs, and building up domestic supply chains advanced out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Data Centers Congressman Landsman\u2019s Protecting Families from AI Data Center Energy Costs Act requires the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to hold a [\u2026]\n\nJul 21, 2026\n\nIsrael\n\nLandsman Leads Letter to Marco Rubio on Malaysia Hunting Down and Removing Jews\n\nCincinnati, OH \u2013 Today, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) and Congressman Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-05) led a letter to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio calling for answers after Malaysia said it will deport all Israeli citizens found in their country. Late last week, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced his government would track down and immediately deport [\u2026]", 1, "2026-07-24T07:30:11Z", "2026-07-24T08:12:57Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-votes-yes-on-war-powers-resolution-for-fifth-time-demands-president-trump-end-unauthorized-iran-war", "Rep. Sykes Votes Yes on War Powers Resolution for Fifth Time, Demands President Trump End Unauthorized Iran War", "2026-07-23", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) voted for the fifth time to support a war powers resolution directing the withdrawal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran. Nearly five months after President Trump launched unauthorized military strikes, Rep. Sykes continued to demand an end to the war with Iran that has cost American service members their lives and placed additional financial strain on families already struggling to make ends meet.\n\n\u201cPresident Trump rushed our country into another endless war without a vote from Congress, without a clear plan to bring it to an end, and without answering to the American people,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cSeventeen service members have already been killed, and hundreds more have been wounded because of this reckless decision. This war has already cost American taxpayers billions of dollars, and now President Trump is asking for billions more to continue a conflict he cannot explain and a strategy he cannot defend. Meanwhile, families in Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District and across the country are feeling the strain as costs continue to rise and their budgets get tighter. The American people deserve answers, and Congress must act to end this unauthorized war.\u201d\n\nThe resolution passed the House and now goes to the Senate for consideration.", 1, "2026-07-24T07:30:11Z", "2026-07-24T07:31:13Z"], ["https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-beatty-testifies-at-joint-oversight-shadow-hearing-on-trump-s-unlawful-kennedy-center-takeover-and-costly-vanity-projects", "REP. BEATTY TESTIFIES AT JOINT OVERSIGHT SHADOW HEARING ON TRUMP\u2019S UNLAWFUL KENNEDY CENTER TAKEOVER AND COSTLY VANITY PROJECTS", "2026-07-22", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Joyce Beatty", "B001281", "beatty.house.gov", "beatty", "https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) today testified before a joint Democratic oversight shadow hearing hosted by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform and the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, detailing her successful lawsuit against President Donald Trump\u2019s unlawful attempt to rename the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and highlighting how the Administration continues to prioritize costly vanity projects over the needs of the American people.\n\nDuring the hearing, titled \u201cMonumental Waste,\u201d Beatty recounted her legal challenge to protect the Kennedy Center and defend the rule of law after Trump-appointed trustees unlawfully stripped ex officio board members of their voting rights and voted to rename the institution.\n\n\u201cMy testimony is about not allowing this unlawful act, protecting the rule of law, and standing up for the only living memorial to John F. Kennedy,\u201d Beatty said. \u201cIt\u2019s about whether powerful people can rewrite history, seize public institutions, and silence dissent.\u201d\n\nAs an ex officio member of the Kennedy Center Board of Trustees, Beatty filed Beatty v. Trump in December 2025 after being muted during the board meeting in which trustees voted to rename the Kennedy Center. In May 2026, U.S. District Judge Christopher R. Cooper ruled in her favor, restoring her voting rights, ordering Trump\u2019s name removed from the building, and blocking the Administration\u2019s planned two-year closure of the Kennedy Center.\n\nBeatty also reflected on witnessing the removal of the unlawful signage outside the Kennedy Center after the court\u2019s order.\n\n\u201cJustice has prevailed. I have not been silenced, I am no longer prevented from attending and voting in board meetings, and the name has come down,\u201d Beatty said.\n\nBeatty concluded by contrasting the Administration\u2019s focus on vanity projects with the economic challenges facing American families.\n\n\u201cIn these difficult times, American people deserve better than a President who is more focused on slapping his name on buildings than helping lower the cost of groceries,\u201d Beatty said. \u201cI would have much rather been here focusing on affordability and helping working families, rather than discussing Trump\u2019s vanity projects and petty acts of defiance.\u201d\n\nWatch Congresswoman Beatty\u2019s opening testimony HERE.", 1, "2026-07-23T07:31:02Z", "2026-07-23T07:32:26Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-lofgren-demand-answers-doe-after-political-appointee-remained", "Kaptur, Lofgren Demand Answers from DOE After Political Appointee Remained on Payroll Nearly Nine Months after Agency Removal", "2026-07-22", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Yesterday, Ranking Member Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) of the Committee on Appropriations\u2019 Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development and Ranking Member Zoe Lofgren (CA-18) of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology sent a letter to Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Chris Wright demanding answers regarding a political appointee remaining on paid administrative leave nine months after they were removed from their position. The appointee in question, Ms. Cathy Tripodi, served as the Director of DOE\u2019s Office of Clean Energy Demonstration (OCED). She was removed from her position in October 2025.\n\n\u201cThe American people expect the leaders who hold political appointment at the Department to do the work for which they are being paid at significant public expense,\u201d the Ranking Members wrote in their letter. \u201cUnfortunately, it appears this foundational expectation and the public trust was violated by recent personnel-related decisions.\u201d\n\nThe lawmakers call into question whether Secretary Wright\u2019s handling of Ms. Tripodi\u2019s departure represents a misuse of taxpayer dollars, writing: \u201cIt appears that the Department allowed Ms. Tripodi to continue to earn her taxpayer-funded $190,000 per annum salary, potentially with benefits, for close to a full year after her removal from the OCED Director position. If she performed no work for the Department during the time she remained on the payroll, that would constitute a serious misuse of public funds. If she was working or detailed elsewhere while the Department paid her salary, such an arrangement raises serious questions of its own. In either case, the Department owes Congress and the American people a full and timely explanation.\u201d\n\nThe full letter is available by clicking here or below:\n\nDear Secretary Wright,\n\nWe write to exercise appropriate Congressional oversight over, and request information and documents about, a troubling personnel matter that has unfolded under your leadership at the Department of Energy (\u201cthe Department\u201d). We send this letter and exercise this oversight based on the long-held understanding and core principle that political appointees privileged to serve at the Department assume public trust, hold public office, and earn taxpayer-funded salaries. The American people expect the leaders who hold political appointment at the Department to do the work for which they are being paid at significant public expense. Unfortunately, it appears this foundational expectation and the public trust was violated by recent personnel-related decisions.\n\nSpecifically, we recently learned that Ms. Cathy Tripodi, a political appointee of the Administration who served as Director of the Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) at the Department, remained on paid administrative leave for nearly nine months after she was removed from her at-will position. It appears that the Department allowed Ms. Tripodi to continue to earn her taxpayer-funded $190,000 per annum salary, potentially with benefits, for close to a full year after her removal from the OCED Director position. If she performed no work for the Department during the time she remained on the payroll, that would constitute a serious misuse of public funds. If she was working or detailed elsewhere while the Department paid her salary, such an arrangement raises serious questions of its own. In either case, the Department owes Congress and the American people a full and timely explanation.\n\nThis situation represents the latest in a series of developments since you were sworn in as Secretary in February 2025 that have caused ongoing concern and that collectively call into question the decisions being made at the Department. Among these developments are forced indiscriminate firings and resignations of employees; the cancellation of billions of dollars for projects as political retaliation against \u201cblue\u201d States, which you sought to deny was the basis of such cancellations despite the admission in court by the U.S. Department of Justice that such retaliation was indeed the deciding rationale; the pursuit of ideologically-driven market interventions that distort energy markets and raise energy costs for consumers; and the illegal transfer of appropriated funds in ways that violate Congressional spending laws. The consequences of these troubling developments have fallen on the American people in the form of relentless energy price increases that are compounding our Nation\u2019s current affordability crisis.\n\nYour tenure as Secretary to date is also marked by significant turnover at the Department among political appointees, which includes the departures of Mr. Steven Winberg as Deputy Under Secretary for Infrastructure and Mr. Wells Griffith as Under Secretary for Energy, both of whom departed within months of assuming their respective positions. Most notably for the purposes of this letter, Ms. Tripodi \u2013 who previously served at the Department during the President\u2019s first term and who was among the current Administration\u2019s earliest political appointments at the Department \u2013 was reportedly removed in October 2025 from her position as OCED Director.\n\nAs the respective Ranking Members of the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies of the Committee on Appropriations and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology in the House of Representatives, we have a duty to conduct oversight of the Department, including over personnel decisions affecting the execution of its mission and the upholding of public trust for the American people. Last October, we had no reason to believe that Ms. Tripodi\u2019s removal represented anything beyond a discretionary Presidential personnel matter. However, it now appears that the Department\u2019s handling of her departure under your leadership and other personnel matters may have implicated and may represent the misuse of taxpayer dollars.\n\nLate last month, we learned that Ms. Tripodi remained on paid administrative leave at the Department long after her reported removal from the OCED Director position. Ms. Tripodi had been relieved of her duties nearly nine months earlier in October 2025, and by all accounts her work at the Department had ended at that time. As a political appointee, she lacked civil service protections. There was no legal or administrative barrier to terminating her employment with the Department on the day she was removed. Even so, she apparently remained on the Department\u2019s payroll for nearly nine months, presumably without performing any work. Her government annual salary of $190,000, according to the most recent publicly available information from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM), was significant by any standard, and certainly by the standards of most American families. Our understanding upon learning about this situation was that Ms. Tripodi\u2019s paid administrative leave was scheduled to end on or around the end of the month of June 2026. However, it is unclear whether any additional financial benefits or severance pay accompanied the end of her leave.\n\nSince January 2025, the Administration has moved quickly to remove a significant number of highly respected, expert career employees. The Department\u2019s leadership has eagerly participated and embraced these career employee removals. Yet the same urgency through which these Federal workforce reductions have been carried out under the current Administration does not appear to have been applied in the case of Ms. Tripodi. If Ms. Tripodi did not perform any work for the Department during the period she remained on the payroll, that is a troubling double standard \u2013 particularly for an Administration that repeatedly invokes \u201cwaste, fraud, and abuse\u201d as justification for its broad, unprecedented reductions in force, terminations of career civil servants, and curtailment of programs that serve the public interest. If, on the other hand, Ms. Tripodi was employed or detailed outside the Department \u2013 for example, at a National Laboratory or a Department contractor \u2013 while continuing to draw her Department of Energy salary, such arrangement raises serious conflict-of-interest and dual-compensation concerns, and it is difficult to understand why the Department would pay a former appointee to work outside its domain. We do not know which of these scenarios may apply in this case, and the Department should tell us.\n\nKeeping a political appointee who has been relieved of her duties on the payroll for nearly nine months is difficult to justify as being in the public interest, whether she performed no work during that time or was paid by the Department while working elsewhere. As skyrocketing energy costs increasingly burden American families, the Department should be able to explain what public purpose this arrangement served. We expect you to account for how it occurred and to identify who was responsible.\n\nWe intend to obtain the answers that we seek through this letter. Please respond to the following questions and document production requests no later than two weeks from today, 5:00 PM on Wednesday, August 5, 2026:\n\nHow long was Ms. Tripodi on paid administrative leave at the Department? Please disclose the initial date that she was placed on paid administrative leave and the final date of her paid administrative leave.\n\nHow much salary did Ms. Tripodi earn during her time on paid administrative leave? To what government benefits was Ms. Tripodi entitled during her time on administrative leave, what benefits did she receive, and what was the total value of those benefits?\n\nDid Ms. Tripodi receive any severance pay, or any other financial benefit, at the end of her paid administrative leave?\n\nWhich Department official(s) authorized Ms. Tripodi\u2019s placement on paid administrative leave?\n\nWhy did the Department place Ms. Tripodi on paid administrative leave after she was removed from her position as OCED Director? What was the legal justification for her placement on paid administrative leave and what specific statutory and regulatory basis served to authorize such leave?\n\nHave any other political appointees at the Department been placed on paid administrative leave since January 20, 2025? Please identify each political appointee who has been placed on paid administrative leave since that date, the initial date of their administrative leave and the final date of their administrative leave, and the specific reason(s) and legal basis for placing them on administrative leave.\n\nDuring the period she remained on the Department\u2019s payroll following her removal as OCED Director, was Ms. Tripodi detailed or otherwise assigned at any time to any other entity, including but not limited to a Department of Energy National Laboratory, a contractor, another Federal agency, or any other organization? If so, please identify each such entity, the date(s) of the detail or assignment, the nature of the work performed, which DOE official(s) authorized it, and the source(s) of funding for her salary during that time.\n\nDuring the period she remained on the Department\u2019s payroll following her removal, did Ms. Tripodi hold any other employment or receive any other compensation from any source? If so, please identify each source of employment or compensation and the dates involved.\n\nDid the Department\u2019s ethics official(s), or ethics official(s) placed anywhere else in the Federal Government, review any detail, assignment, outside employment, or other activity of Ms. Tripodi during this period in question for compliance with applicable conflict-of-interest and ethics requirements? If so, please describe each such review and its outcome. If not, please explain why no such review was conducted.\n\nIn addition, please provide the following information to our Committees:\n\nAll documents and communications (including, but not limited to, emails, text messages, instant messages, Signal messages, comments, notes, analyses, legal and other memoranda, letters, telephone logs, meeting minutes, calendar entries, PowerPoint slides, and presentation materials) within the Department regarding the decision to place Ms. Tripodi on paid administrative leave.\n\nAll documents and communications (including, but not limited to, emails, text messages, instant messages, Signal messages, comments, notes, analyses, legal and other memoranda, letters, telephone logs, meeting minutes, calendar entries, PowerPoint slides, and presentation materials) within the Department regarding the end of Ms. Tripodi\u2019s paid administrative leave.\n\nAll documents and communications (including, but not limited to, emails, text messages, instant messages, Signal messages, comments, notes, analyses, legal and other memoranda, letters, telephone logs, meeting minutes, calendar entries, PowerPoint slides, and presentation materials) between the Department and the White House Liaison and Deputy White House Liaison, assigned to the Office of the Secretary inside the Department, regarding Ms. Tripodi\u2019s paid administrative leave.\n\nAll emails sent from Ms. Tripodi\u2019s official government email account at the Department, and all emails received by Ms. Tripodi\u2019s official government email account at the Department, between October 1, 2025, and the final date of her paid administrative leave.\n\nAll text messages, instant messages, and Signal messages sent from Ms. Tripodi\u2019s official government-issued equipment, and all text messages, instant messages, and Signal messages received by Ms. Tripodi\u2019s official government-issued equipment, between October 1, 2025, and the final date of her paid administrative leave.\n\nA copy of the written administrative leave policies, and any associated guidance or memoranda, adopted for the Department that applied during the period Ms. Tripodi was placed on paid administrative leave, and the current version of such policies and related documentation as of the date of this letter, if different.\n\nIf you have any questions regarding this letter, please contact Scott McKee with the Minority Staff of the House Committee on Appropriations at (202) 225-3481 or Adam Rosenberg with the Minority Staff of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology at (202) 225-6375. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.", 1, "2026-07-23T07:31:02Z", "2026-07-23T07:32:26Z"], ["https://landsman.house.gov/posts/landsman-passes-five-affordability-and-transparency-efforts-out-of-committee-advancing-to-the-house-flooor", "Landsman Passes Five Affordability and Transparency Efforts out of Committee, Advancing to the House Floor", "2026-07-22", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Greg Landsman", "L000601", "landsman.house.gov", "landsman", "https://landsman.house.gov/press", "scraper", "Cincinnati, OH \u2013 This week, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) announced five efforts around data centers, lowering drug costs, and building up domestic supply chains advanced out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee.\n\nData Centers\n\nCongressman Landsman\u2019s Protecting Families from AI Data Center Energy Costs Act requires the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to hold a conference with major stakeholders on how to protect residents from increased costs. FERC is then required to submit a report with detailed recommendations and best practices to ensure energy costs associated with AI data centers are not passed onto communities.\n\nLowering Drug Costs\n\nThe bipartisan Biosimilar Red Tape Elimination Act with Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX-11) improves access to lower-cost prescription medications by deeming \u201cbiosimilar\u201d drugs as interchangeable with their name-brand counterparts upon FDA approval.\n\nThe Lower Costs, More Transparency Act is a bipartisan bill that makes health care pricing more transparent and addresses rising prescription drug costs. Congressman Landsman\u2019s amendment to the bill will ensure executives of health insurance plans, hospitals, labs, imaging services, and ambulatory surgical centers are held accountable for the accuracy and completeness of the pricing information they publish.\n\nLastly, language authored by Landsman and Republican Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH-5) was included in the package to require the FDA to speed up the process to bring over-the-counter drugs to market. This will bring new and more affordable options to market, to help alleviate the nation\u2019s healthcare affordability crisis.\n\nDomestic Supply Chains\n\nThe bipartisan Environmental Monitoring and Remediation Technology Assessment Initiative (EMRTAI) Authorization Act co-led by Reps. Landsman and August Pfluger (R-TX-11) creates a competitive grant program to help recover valuable critical minerals from polluted or contaminated sites while cleaning those sites up.\n\nCongressman Landsman:\n\n\u201cThese are priorities Americans have been asking Congress to address. Now, these efforts are moving forward and one step closer to becoming law.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-23T07:31:02Z", "2026-07-23T07:32:26Z"], ["https://landsman.house.gov/posts/landsman-voted-to-stop-insider-trading-and-voter-suppression", "Landsman Voted to Stop Insider Trading and Voter Suppression", "2026-07-22", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Greg Landsman", "L000601", "landsman.house.gov", "landsman", "https://landsman.house.gov/press", "scraper", "Cincinnati, OH \u2013 Today, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) released the following statement after voting against Congressional Republicans\u2019 Stop Insider Trading Act:\n\nI voted to stop voter suppression and insider trading. This bill had two purposes: make it harder for Americans to vote and codify insider trading in Congress.\n\nThe bill includes aspects of Trump\u2019s voter suppression bill the \u201cSAVE America Act,\u201d which will prevent tens of millions of Americans from voting. If Americans do not have the exact photo ID spelled out in the bill, they cannot vote.\n\nIn addition to the voter suppression language, the bill codifies stock trading in Congress. The bill allows members to continue owning individual stocks. It allows members to continue selling individual stocks. It even allows members to continue buying stocks in certain circumstances.\n\nCongress must ban members from owning, buying, or selling any individual stock while in office. No loopholes, no exceptions.\n\nI supported an amendment to replace this bill with the Restore Trust in Government Act, which actually bans members of Congress from owning, buying, or selling stocks.\n\nPublic trust in our government is at an all-time low. Every member of Congress should want to be part of the generation that earns this trust back.\n\nBACKGROUND\n\nLandsman is one of the few Members of Congress to sell all his individual stocks. He has also introduced two bills this Congress to ban members of Congress, their spouses, and dependents from owning or trading stocks \u2013 the No Profiting off Public Service Act and the Drain the Swamp Act.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-23T07:31:02Z", "2026-07-23T08:16:28Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/brown-tlaib-introduce-bills-remove-poisonous-lead-homes-pipes-and-walls", "Brown, Tlaib Introduce Bills to Remove Poisonous Lead from Homes, Pipes, and Walls", "2026-07-22", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) and Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) have introduced two bills to address the lead poisoning crisis in Ohio, Michigan, and across the country. Together, the GET THE LEAD OUT Act and the Removing Existing Pipes with Lead and Advancing Clean Environments (REPLACE) Act address lead in walls, pipes, and water taps, creating a comprehensive package to remove lead.\n\nThe GET THE LEAD OUT Act creates a new federal grant program to remove lead from residential drinking water, with grants supporting the replacement of lead pipes, fixtures, and taps. The REPLACE Act improves existing lead paint and lead pipe abatement programs to better coordinate paint and pipe removal efforts.\n\nLead exposure can cause significant health problems, including anemia, brain damage, learning and behavior problems, heart and kidney problems, and more. Children and pregnant women are at particular risk. Among racial groups, Black children have the highest exposure risk in the United States. Click here for more information on lead health risks from the EPA and CDC.\n\n\u201cFor decades, we've known that lead is dangerous and we\u2019ve had the tools to address it. Yet in Cleveland and communities across the country, too many families are still living with lead paint and lead pipes that puts their health at risk every day. It is long past time for the federal government to move faster and ensure every family and child has a safe place to live. That\u2019s why I\u2019m proud to introduce the GET THE LEAD OUT Act and the REPLACE Act to help remove lead from our homes and our drinking water. It\u2019s time to bring the urgency this crisis deserves and get the lead out once and for all,\u201d said Congresswoman Shontel Brown.\n\n\u201cOur children and families deserve safe homes free of lead hazards,\u201d said Congresswoman Tlaib. \u201cThere is no safe level of lead\u2013not in water and not in paint\u2013yet many of my residents unknowingly live in homes with these health threats. These two important bills will overhaul federal lead abatement programs to help identify and remediate lead-based paint, dust, and pipes, ensuring all of our homes are safe for children and our residents.\u201d\n\nCongresswoman Brown and Congresswoman Tlaib are both members of the Get the Lead Out Caucus, which is chaired and co-founded by Tlaib. Cleveland and Detroit have some of the highest lead exposure rates in the country. In 2025, 14% of children tested in Cleveland had elevated lead levels in their blood. Wayne County, Michigan and Cuyahoga County, Ohio are both lead exposure hotspots with some of the highest exposure rates in the country.\n\nThe GET THE LEAD OUT Act and the REPLACE Act are endorsed by the Ohio Lead Free Kids Coalition and the Ohio Environmental Council. These bills are part of Congresswoman Brown\u2019s Safe and Affordable Housing Agenda, a legislative package announced by Brown in June.\n\nBill Information\n\nThe GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2026: The GET THE LEAD OUT Act of 2026 would create a new federal grant program administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development to replace lead pipes, fixtures, and taps. The legislation would create a broad federal framework to address lead in drinking water and housing by funding removal of lead-based pipe and tap hazards, establishing training and certification requirements, directing federal standards and state programs, and integrating lead plumbing remediation into major housing programs. Brown\u2019s legislation creates new authorities and financing mechanisms to drive national action on residential lead plumbing hazards. Bill text here\n\nThe Removing Existing Pipes with Lead and Advancing Clean Environments (REPLACE) Act: The REPLACE Act improves existing lead paint and lead pipe removal programs within the federal government. This legislation would amend existing HUD and Safe Drinking Water Act authorities to strengthen lead-paint hazard remediation in housing, improve local implementation capacity, and better coordinate paint and pipe removal efforts. Bill text here\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-23T07:31:02Z", "2026-07-23T07:32:26Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-opposes-restrictive-voting-legislation-that-allows-congressional-stock-trading", "Rep. Sykes Opposes Restrictive Voting Legislation That Allows Congressional Stock Trading", "2026-07-22", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) voted against H.R. 7008, the Stop Insider Trading Act that was combined with H.R. 9368, the Voter ID Act.\n\nRep. Sykes has consistently supported strong congressional ethics reforms, including signing a discharge petition to force a vote on the Restore Trust in Government Act, establishing a comprehensive stock trading ban for top federal officials. She opposed the Stop Insider Trading Act because it leaves significant conflicts of interest unaddressed, and she opposed House Republicans' decision to tie the bill to voting restrictions instead of allowing each proposal to stand on its own.\n\nRep. Sykes believes Congress should pass meaningful ethics reforms that restore public trust while considering voting legislation on its own merits, not forcing Members to choose between the two.\n\n\u201cThe American people are tired of Washington playing games with issues that matter. If we're going to restore trust in government, then let's pass a real stock trading ban, not one riddled with loopholes,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cAnd don't ask me to sacrifice Americans' right to vote just to pretend we've solved a different problem. My constituents deserve better than political stunts.\u201d\n\nWhile the Stop Insider Trading Act creates new restrictions on stock transactions by Members of Congress, it falls short of a comprehensive stock trading ban and leaves significant loopholes that allow conflicts of interest to continue. Among other shortcomings, the legislation:\n\nExempts the President and Vice President from its restrictions.\n\nDoes not require covered officials to divest all covered investments.\n\nDoes not ban trading of commodities or futures.\n\nDoes not ban trading of stock in privately held companies.\n\nAllows Members of Congress to keep stocks they already own and continue selling those holdings.\n\nDoes not require the House Ethics Committee to publicly disclose fines imposed on Members for violations.\n\nThe Voter ID Act creates new federal photo identification requirements for voting, including not allowing state or local election officials to provide a ballot to a voter who does not present a valid physical photo ID. That voter may not vote, in-person or otherwise, without the correct documentation. The ban would not apply to military voters serving overseas and certain disabled or elderly voters.\n\nThe bill passed the House and now moves to the Senate for consideration.", 1, "2026-07-23T07:31:02Z", "2026-07-23T07:32:26Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-slams-republican-budget-scheme-that-adds-billions-to-deficit-for-trumps-war-and-voter-suppression-efforts-while-ignoring-rising-costs-for-ohio-families", "Rep. Sykes Slams Republican Budget Scheme That Adds Billions to Deficit for Trump\u2019s War and Voter Suppression Efforts While Ignoring Rising Costs for Ohio Families", "2026-07-22", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) voted against Republicans\u2019 $95 billion budget resolution that sets up more funding for President Trump\u2019s deadly and unpopular war with Iran, adds billions to the national deficit without offsets, and advances Republicans\u2019 \u201ctop priority\u201d of making it harder for eligible Americans to exercise their right to vote.\n\nOver the past five months, 17 U.S. service members have been killed and hundreds more have been injured in Trump\u2019s reckless war of choice with Iran. The president previously claimed the war, which Congress never authorized, would last only six weeks. Now, he wants American taxpayers to send $73 billion more to the Pentagon to continue a war that he refuses to end.\n\nThe resolution also includes an opportunity for Republicans to later add the SAVE America Act to this effort. The bill would create unnecessary barriers for eligible Americans trying to register to vote. It would also prevent Americans from registering if their current legal name does not match the name on their citizenship documents, a requirement that could disproportionately impact many married women who have changed their names, as well as older Americans and people with disabilities who may face challenges obtaining required documentation.\n\n\u201cAt a time when Ohio families are struggling to pay for gas, groceries, housing, and healthcare, President Trump and Republicans are prioritizing giving more of their hard-earned money away for a war that never needed to start and suppressing their voting rights,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cThey are completely out of touch with what our country needs most and I will never support either endeavor.\u201d\n\nAlong with the $73 billion for military and intelligence programs, the budget resolution calls for $12 billion for farm assistance and $10 billion in grants to states to implement stricter voter-ID laws.\n\nThis resolution passed the House and now moves to the Senate for consideration. Republicans\u2019 appropriations bill, known as \u201cReconciliation 3.0,\u201d will allow them to push their partisan agenda and bypass the Senate filibuster for a third time.", 1, "2026-07-23T07:31:02Z", "2026-07-23T07:32:26Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-votes-against-annual-defense-bill-after-republicans-attach-voter-suppression-measure", "Rep. Sykes Votes Against Annual Defense Bill After Republicans Attach Voter Suppression Measure", "2026-07-22", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) voted against H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027, after House Republicans attached the voter-suppressing SAVE America Act to the annual defense bill.\n\nRep. Sykes has consistently opposed the SAVE America Act because the legislation would create unnecessary barriers for eligible Americans to register to vote, including women who change their names after marriage, and older Americans.\n\n\u201cRepublicans refuse to accept that their voter suppression tactics don\u2019t pass the smell test and won\u2019t make their way through Congress,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cSo, instead of focusing on the needs of the American people, like supporting our service members and strengthening our national security, they are obsessed with taking away Americans\u2019 rights. I will always stand against those efforts.\u201d\n\nThe NDAA passed the House and now moves to the Senate for consideration.", 1, "2026-07-23T07:31:02Z", "2026-07-23T07:32:26Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-250000-awards-drug-free-communities", "Kaptur Announces $250,000 in Awards for Drug-Free Communities", "2026-07-21", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced $250,000 in Drug-Free Communities (DFC) awards for two Northwest Ohio communities. The awards will be given through the US Department of Health and Human Services and administered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. EHOVE Career Center\u2019s Future Leaders Program in Sandusky and the Springfield Area Prevention Coalition in Swanton will each receive awards of $125,000 for substance-abuse prevention efforts. These two new awards continue Congresswoman Kaptur\u2019s commitment as a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee to bring Federal dollars home where they are needed most.\n\n\u201cThese funds benefit local organizations taking meaningful steps in their communities to prevent substance abuse, a critical issue in our region of Northwest Ohio,\u201d said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cBy focusing prevention efforts on youth, we work to reduce the risk of future substance use as they age into adulthood. Encouraging Drug-Free Communities empowers those closest to the problem to take meaningful, lasting action.\u201d\n\nEHOVE Career Center serves both high school students and adults across Erie, Huron, and Ottawa counties who wish to advance their academic and technical skills in preparation for a career or higher education. Their Future Leaders program is a leadership club for high schoolers that encourages students to live drug-free and participate in community service. As part of the program, students take random, confidential drug screenings, reinforcing how small, positive decisions now can lead to success in the future.\n\nSpringfield Area Prevention Coalition provides community awareness education on the reduction and prevention of substance abuse. The Coalition serves residents of Swanton, Ohio. It participates in activities like Red Ribbon Week alongside Springfield school systems and community drug take back programs to promote healthy decisions and the benefits of living drug-free.\n\nIn 2018, Congresswoman Kaptur secured a $125,000 Drug-Free Communities award for the Erie County Health Department to combat substance abuse concerns. Additionally in 2023 Congresswoman Kaptur delivered a $1.8 Million Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) award to the Erie County Health Department, and in 2024 she delivered a $375,000 SAMHSA award for the Sandusky County Board of Health. Both SAMHSA awards were also aimed at addressing substance abuse prevention.", 1, "2026-07-22T07:34:13Z", "2026-07-22T07:35:16Z"], ["https://landsman.house.gov/posts/landsman-leads-letter-to-marco-rubio-on-malaysia-hunting-down-and-removing-jews", "Landsman Leads Letter to Marco Rubio on Malaysia Hunting Down and Removing Jews", "2026-07-21", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Greg Landsman", "L000601", "landsman.house.gov", "landsman", "https://landsman.house.gov/press", "scraper", "Cincinnati, OH \u2013 Today, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) and Congressman Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-05) led a letter to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio calling for answers after Malaysia said it will deport all Israeli citizens found in their country.\n\nLate last week, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced his government would track down and immediately deport any Israeli citizen found in the country.\n\nReps. Landsman, Gottheimer, and six other House Democrats sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio requesting that his department clarify what steps it is taking in response to these remarks. The members add if Malaysia refuses to reverse this antisemitic policy within 15 days, Rubio should suspend International Military Education Training (IMET) funding the United States provides to Malaysia.\n\nThe letter reads, in part:\n\n\u201cFor millennia, Jews around the world have seen this playbook. The demonization and expulsion of Jews eventually leads to the worst case outcomes. It is necessary that the United States push back on this antisemitism\u2026\n\n\u201cMalaysia\u2019s refusal to recognize Israel is troubling enough. But, it is totally unacceptable that a head of government has publicly declared that his country will hunt down and expel citizens of our close ally based solely on their nationality. It should not be underwritten by the American taxpayer.\n\n\u201cThis is also a government that maintains open ties with Hamas. Hamas fighters have even trained on Malaysian soil. The Malaysian government welcomes terrorists while targeting Jews.\n\n\u201cGiven these points of diplomatic leverage, we believe the United States should make clear to Prime Minister Ibrahim and his government that, with our aid and support, comes an expectation that they won\u2019t target the nationals of one of our closest allies.\u201d\n\nRead the full letter HERE.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-22T07:34:13Z", "2026-07-22T07:35:16Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-celebrates-passage-of-bipartisan-science-committee-bills-to-strengthen-innovation-energy-and-public-safety", "Rep. Sykes Celebrates Passage of Bipartisan Science Committee Bills to Strengthen Innovation, Energy, and Public Safety", "2026-07-21", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology advanced four bipartisan bills focused on strengthening American innovation, expanding energy technologies, improving public safety, and supporting U.S. leadership in science and technology. U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13, a member of the committee, celebrated their passage.\n\n\u201cThese bills will help communities prepare for natural disasters, advance next-generation energy technologies, and support the research and innovation that keep our country competitive,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cI\u2019m proud to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to move this legislation forward.\u201d\n\nThe bills includes H.R. 3168, the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization Act, which strengthens earthquake preparedness; H.R. 8437, the GEO POWER Act, which advances geothermal energy technologies; H.R. 9326, the Utilize Standards for All Act, which supports U.S. leadership in international standards; and H.R. 8981, the SCALE Biology Act, which advances engineering biology and biotechnology research.\n\nThe bills now head to the full House for consideration.", 1, "2026-07-22T07:34:13Z", "2026-07-22T07:35:16Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-votes-against-funding-bill-that-fails-to-include-ice-and-cbp-accountability-reforms", "Rep. Sykes Votes Against Funding Bill That Fails to Include ICE and CBP Accountability Reforms", "2026-07-21", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) voted against H.R. 9770, a continuing resolution that would extend government funding through December 4, 2026, while continuing operations at Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) without additional safeguards or accountability measures.\n\nWhile the bill would continue funding essential federal programs that Ohio families rely on, Rep. Sykes opposed continuing the status quo for immigration enforcement agencies that have lacked the transparency and oversight necessary to protect communities and uphold civil liberties.\n\n\u201cRepublicans continue to ask the American people to accept the unacceptable,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cAfter ICE killed two more people earlier this month, Congress should not simply move forward as if nothing happened. Commonsense reforms such as judicial warrants, body cameras, limits on excessive force, and real oversight should not be controversial. They should be the bare minimum. Republicans need to get serious and meet the American people where they actually are.\u201d\n\nLast week, Rep. Sykes joined nearly 200 House Democrats in calling for independent investigations into the deadly ICE shootings of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and Johan Sebastian Guerrero. The Members called for a full and transparent review of the circumstances surrounding the deaths and urged the Department of Homeland Security to halt removal proceedings against witnesses.\n\nRep. Sykes has also introduced the Critical Operation Oversight of Law Enforcement Intervention and Training (COOL IT) Act, legislation to modernize immigration officer training through annual scenario-based instruction focused on de-escalation, officer safety, crisis intervention, and community relations.\n\nThe bill passed the House and now moves to the Senate for consideration.", 1, "2026-07-22T07:34:13Z", "2026-07-22T07:35:16Z"], ["https://landsman.house.gov/posts/landsman-statement-on-malaysia-deporting-israelis", "Landsman Statement on Malaysia Deporting Israelis", "2026-07-18", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Greg Landsman", "L000601", "landsman.house.gov", "landsman", "https://landsman.house.gov/press", "scraper", "Cincinnati, OH \u2013 Today, Congressman Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) released the following statement after the Malaysian Prime Minister ordered the immediate deportation of Israelis from the country:\n\nThey\u2019re kicking Jews out of Malaysia.\n\nWe\u2019ve seen this all before. The purge of Jews has begun. Predictable, and just the beginning. We know where this leads.\n\nThere is only one country in the world that will take all Jews kicked out of another country, and that\u2019s Israel. The same people targeting Jews in their countries are also working to destroy Israel.\n\nThe Unites States does send money to Malaysia, and we shouldn\u2019t penalize the Malaysian people for what their government is doing.\n\nWe must make it clear that our aid comes with the expectation they won\u2019t brazenly discriminate against our allies, and our office is reaching out directly to the Malaysian embassy.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-18T06:58:50Z", "2026-07-18T07:00:34Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-announces-15-million-federal-awards-zepf-center", "Kaptur Announces $1.5 Million in Federal Awards for\u00a0Zepf\u00a0Center", "2026-07-16", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "July 16, 2026\nPress Release\nWashington, DC \u2014\nToday, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) announced that the\u00a0Zepf\u00a0Center in Toledo will receive two separate awards totaling\n$1.5 Million\n. Administered through the Department of Health and Human Services\u2019 Center for Mental Health Services, the awards will support the nonprofit\u2019s 50-year record of providing behavioral and mental health care to those who need it most. The center\u2019s Homeless Outreach and Person-Centered Engagement project, or HOPE, will receive\n$500,000\nto address the many needs of homeless individuals in Northwest Ohio. Another\n$1,000,000\nwill be awarded to the center to support their existing Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics.\n\u201cThe\u00a0Zepf\u00a0Center has served our Northwest Ohio community for decades. Honored to play a role in securing funds to help them continue their goodwill services,\u201d\nsaid Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09).\n\u201cThe need for mental health services has been steadily increasing in our Northwest Ohio region and across the nation. Because of organizations like the\u00a0Zepf\u00a0Center, individuals are able to access the care and support they need, giving them hope and assurance when it can otherwise be hard to find.\u201d\n\u201cCongresswoman Kaptur has been a tremendous champion for behavioral health and for the people we serve across Northwest Ohio. We are honored by her continued support and grateful for these critical federal investments,\"\nsaid Deb Flores, LSW, MPA, Chief Executive Officer, Zepf Center.\n\"The funding will strengthen our Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic services and expand the reach of our HOPE program, helping us meet people where they are and connect them to vital trauma-informed care, housing, and recovery supports. Together, we are building healthier communities and creating pathways to hope for individuals and families throughout our region.\u201d\nWith six locations throughout Lucas County, the\u00a0Zepf\u00a0Center serves children as young as 2-years-old to elderly adults. Their trauma-responsive comprehensive services include crisis support, psychiatric care, addiction recovery services, primary care, and homelessness assistance.\nThe center\u2019s HOPE project launched in 2018 in partnership with Neighborhood Properties Inc to connect homeless individuals with sustainable and permanent housing and employment resources. Targeting individuals and families with mental health or substance abuse challenges, HOPE seeks to reduce the barriers that make it difficult for these groups to access stable housing by offering long-term solutions.\nA 2025 report by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) found that 2,214,000 Ohio adults have a mental health condition. Additionally, 1 in 5 of the 11,000 homeless individuals in Ohio experience serious mental health conditions and almost 18% of Ohio adults are affected by a substance use disorder. The\u00a0Zepf\u00a0center aims to tackle this issue head on by offering resources for the whole person and the whole family to overcome their challenges.\nAs a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, Congresswoman Kaptur prioritizes bringing federal dollars home to the Northwest Ohio community. This investment builds on her previous support for the\u00a0Zepf\u00a0Center and mental health resources. In past years, Kaptur secured\n$1,250,000\nfor the center\u2019s Northwest Ohio Fatherhood Connection\nand a\n$1,000,000\nCCBHC grant for center improvements\n.\n# # #\nIssues\n:\nJobs and the Economy\nHealth Care", 1, "2026-07-17T07:15:58Z", "2026-07-17T07:17:05Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-murray-blast-doe-illegally-funneling-carbon-capture-funds-prop", "Kaptur, Murray Blast DOE for Illegally Funneling Carbon Capture\u00a0Funds to Prop Up Coal Plants, Demand Department Halts Plans", "2026-07-16", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2014 Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, sent a letter to Energy Secretary Chris Wright calling on him to immediately halt the Department of Energy\u2019s (DOE) plans to illegally spend funds provided for carbon capture programs to instead prop up coal plants.\n\nIn their letter, the top Democratic energy appropriators explain that using these funds to subsidize coal plants is not only illegal, but undercuts work funded explicitly by Congress to advance clean, affordable energy and cut costs for American families.\n\n\u201cCongress provided funding to cut pollution and lower energy costs, which DOE is now diverting to instead subsidize big coal\u2019s uneconomic power plants, raising costs for families,\u201d write Kaptur and Murray. \u201cThe Department\u2019s plan to repurpose $350 Million in dedicated carbon capture funding to restart and recommission coal-fired power plants is a misuse of public funds and a violation of Federal law.\u201d\n\nThe lawmakers call on DOE to halt all obligations of funds to support these coal plants, writing: \u201cThe Department must immediately desist from obligating funds for these projects, provide a complete response to this letter, and begin complying with the law.\u201d\n\nThey note that the Department has itself conceded that it plans to spend carbon capture funding on projects that do not include carbon capture, and they explain that after months of correspondence with the Department, it has failed to provide any acceptable legal justification: \u201cWe have raised our concerns repeatedly since the Department first announced this initiative in late September 2025. After more than eight months of correspondence, DOE has not provided the Committees a single legal justification that withstands scrutiny.\u201d\n\nKaptur and Murray demand the Department refrain from obligating any awarded funds until it can demonstrate it is complying with the law and request detailed responses to their questions by August 7.\n\nThe full letter is available by clicking here and below:\n\nDear Secretary Wright:\n\nAmerican families are already struggling to afford to keep the lights on. They deserve a Department of Energy (DOE or the Department) that is actually focused on affordability, lowering their costs, and following the law\u2014meaning spending every taxpayer dollar Congress provides to do just that. In the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA; P.L. 117\u201358), Congress provided funding to cut pollution and lower energy costs, which DOE is now diverting to instead subsidize big coal\u2019s uneconomic power plants, raising costs for families. The Department\u2019s plan to repurpose $350 Million in dedicated carbon capture funding to restart and recommission coal-fired power plants is a misuse of public funds and a violation of Federal law. No administration has the power to take funds Congress provided for one purpose and spend them on another.\n\nWe write specifically regarding the Department\u2019s selection of awards under its Notice of Funding Opportunity, DE-FOA-0003605, \u201cRestoring Reliability: Coal Recommissioning and Modernization,\u201d which DOE publicly announced on June 4, 2026, and described to the Committees on Appropriations in Congressional notifications dated April 8, 2026 (NETL #26-13) and May 7, 2026 (NETL #26-19). Those notifications indicate the Department intends to obligate $350 Million in carbon capture funds provided in the IIJA to sustain aging coal-fired power plants with these awards, even though those funds were appropriated for carbon capture pilot and demonstration projects, and the selected activities do not align with that purpose. The funds are therefore not legally available to be spent on these awards, and any obligation or expenditure of the funds for these purposes violates the Antideficiency Act. The Department must immediately desist from obligating funds for these projects, provide a complete response to this letter, and begin complying with the law.\n\nWe have raised our concerns repeatedly since the Department first announced this initiative in late September 2025. After more than eight months of correspondence, DOE has not provided the Committees a single legal justification that withstands scrutiny. To the contrary, the Department has acknowledged in writing that its solicitations \u201cwere not fully clear\u201d and has amended them after the fact, in an attempt to address the very defects we first identified. Those changes do not cure the problem\u2014they confirm it.\n\nCongress appropriated these funds for carbon capture pilot and demonstration projects.\n\nThe $350 Million is drawn from two IIJA programs: the Carbon Capture Demonstration Projects Program and the Carbon Capture Large-Scale Pilot Projects Program. These are not general-purpose coal accounts. The funds are made available for \u201ca carbon capture technology program for the development of transformational technologies that will significantly improve the efficiency, effectiveness, costs, emissions reductions, and environmental performance of coal and natural gas use, including in manufacturing and industrial facilities\u201d (Section 962(b) of the Energy Policy Act of 2005). The statute clearly states that these are funds to demonstrate and pilot carbon capture technologies. Any plant that is awarded funds under this program is required to integrate carbon capture technologies that achieve emissions reductions.\n\nDOE selected projects that do not align with the purpose of these appropriated funds.\n\nBy DOE\u2019s own description, the selected awards fund the construction, commissioning, recommissioning, overhaul, and restart of coal-fired power plants\u2014not the demonstration of carbon capture technology. The aforementioned notifications that the Committees received state that \u201c[p]rojects may be staged so that near-term reliability upgrades are federally cost-shared without requiring immediate carbon capture, utilization, and storage installation.\u201d The Department plainly intends to use carbon capture appropriations for activities it concedes do not include carbon capture.\n\nDOE\u2019s own published project descriptions make as much clear. For two of the awards, the Department describes the primary objective to be modernizing an existing coal plant \u201cto ensure continued operation\u201d in one and restarting a plant through \u201croutine maintenance and repairs\u201d in the other. Carbon capture is an afterthought, and only as a study. The first description states it \u201cincludes a carbon capture and utilization system front-end engineering design study;\u201d the second states it \u201cwill also assess the feasibility of adding a carbon capture, utilization, and storage component.\u201d The Department is clear\u2014Federal funds are being used to restart coal plants, and at most, carbon capture would be studied. The two remaining awards, which fund new-build concepts described as having \u201cintegrated\u201d capture, likewise only underwrite scoping, design, and viability-assessment work, not the construction or operation of any capture technology. None of the four award notifications include any demonstration or large-scale piloting of the carbon capture technologies that these appropriations were specifically provided for by Congress, consistent with the law.\n\nDOE has conceded that the original solicitations did not require carbon capture at all. The Department amended the Broad Agency Announcement on October 30, 2025, and the related Notice of Funding Opportunity on January 6, 2026, to add carbon capture \u201cas a requirement,\u201d explaining that the solicitations \u201cwere not fully clear.\u201d Further, DOE told applicants the opposite of what it now tells Congress. The amended Notice of Funding Opportunity states, \u201cFederal funds will be tied to pilot or demonstration outcomes, with non-CCUS reliability work covered through recipient cost share.\u201d The Congressional notifications state that near-term reliability upgrades will be \u201cfederally cost-shared without requiring immediate\u201d carbon capture. These statements are irreconcilable, and nothing the Department has said changes that the purpose of these funds is to demonstrate and pilot carbon capture technologies.\n\nObligating these funds would violate the Purpose Statute and the Antideficiency Act.\n\nThe Purpose Statute provides that appropriations \u201cshall be applied only to the objects for which the appropriations were made except as otherwise provided by law.\u201d Funds appropriated for carbon capture demonstration projects and large-scale carbon capture pilots are not available to restart and rehabilitate coal power plants unless the coal plants will only use the funds to carry out a carbon capture demonstration or pilot project. The Department has not identified any other legally available funds to cover these awards, meaning any resulting obligations would exceed the amounts available for the purpose and therefore violate the Antideficiency Act, which bars obligating or expending funds in excess of, or in advance of, available appropriations.\n\nRequested actions and information.\n\nGiven likely violations of the Purpose Statute and the Antideficiency Act, we demand that the Department refrain from obligating any funds under the DE-FOA-0003605 selections until it can demonstrate that these funds would be obligated lawfully. To evaluate the legality of these awards before funds are obligated, we request that no later than August 7, 2026, the Department:\n\nProvide the written legal opinion of the Office of the General Counsel analyzing the availability of Carbon Capture Demonstration Projects and Carbon Capture Large-Scale Pilot Projects appropriations for each selected award, including the specific statutory authority relied upon;\n\nFor each award, provide the amount of Federal funds budgeted for project phases prior to the incorporation of carbon capture, utilization, and storage, broken out by phase;\n\nReconcile the contradiction between the Notice of Funding Opportunity (non-CCUS reliability work covered through recipient cost share) and the Congressional notifications (near-term reliability upgrades federally cost-shared without immediate CCUS);\n\nIdentify, for each award, the appropriation account, program, and fiscal year of every dollar to be obligated; and\n\nProvide all records relating to the competitive process for these selections, including the evaluation and selection criteria applied and how they were satisfied.\n\nCongress provided this money to develop technology that makes energy cleaner and cheaper in the long run \u2014 not to subsidize big coal and force families to foot the bill. When an Administration takes funds Congress provided for one purpose and spends them on another, it breaks the law and betrays public trust. We expect the Department to follow the law and answer for its decision-making expeditiously.\n\nSincerely,\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-07-17T07:15:58Z", "2026-07-17T07:17:05Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-celebrates-up-to-160-million-federal-investment-to-advance-northeast-ohio-manufacturing", "Rep. Sykes Celebrates Up to $160 Million Federal Investment to Advance Northeast Ohio Manufacturing", "2026-07-16", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) celebrated a major federal investment in Northeast Ohio's advanced manufacturing sector. The National Science Foundation (NSF) selected the Northeast Ohio Strengthening Manufacturing for American Resilience through Technology (NEO-SMART) coalition, led by Case Western Reserve University, as one of the nation's Regional Innovation Engines.\n\nThe award provides an initial $15 million over the next two years, with the potential for up to $160 million over the next decade to advance manufacturing innovation, strengthen domestic supply chains, expand workforce development, and create good-paying jobs across the region.\n\nRep. Sykes has advocated for federal investments that strengthen Northeast Ohio\u2019s innovation economy, including submitting a programmatic request during the FY27 Appropriations process supporting $200 million for the NSF Engines Program. She has also supported the expansion of programs across organizations that contribute to the region\u2019s research, workforce development, and economic growth.\n\n\u201cNortheast Ohio has long been a leader in manufacturing and innovation, and this investment will help ensure our region remains at the forefront of both,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cBy bringing together our universities, manufacturers, workforce partners, and community organizations, the NEO-SMART coalition will create new opportunities for workers and businesses alike. I was proud to advocate for federal investments that support partnerships like this, and I congratulate Case Western Reserve University and the entire coalition on this tremendous achievement.\u201d\n\nThe NEO-SMART coalition includes more than 70 partners from industry, higher education, economic development, workforce development, and community organizations. Together, they will advance next-generation manufacturing technologies in metals, polymers, chemicals, and coatings. The coalition will also help commercialize new technologies, strengthen domestic supply chains, and prepare workers for careers in advanced manufacturing.", 1, "2026-07-17T07:15:58Z", "2026-07-17T07:17:05Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-joins-nearly-200-house-democrats-in-calling-for-independent-investigations-into-fatal-ice-shootings", "Rep. Sykes Joins Nearly 200 House Democrats in Calling for Independent Investigations into Fatal ICE Shootings", "2026-07-16", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) joined nearly 200 House Democrats in calling for independent investigations into Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and Johan Sebastian Guerrero\u2019s deaths and are demanding that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) halt removal proceedings against the witnesses.\n\n\u201cBoth of these incidents have created enormous fear and outrage in the community, and raise serious questions about the safety of community members, regardless of immigration status,\u201d wrote the Members. \u201cFar too many people, Americans and noncitizens alike, are dead as a result of DHS\u2019s reckless actions. There must be accountability and independent investigations.\u201d\n\nOn July 7th, ICE agents shot and killed Mr. Salgado Araujo, a father of three U.S. citizens who had resided in the country for 35 years. He was reportedly not ICE\u2019s target in their operation, and despite ICE\u2019s claims that Mr. Salgado Araujo \u201cweaponized his vehicle,\u201d no evidence to substantiate that claim has been presented, and it is disputed by witnesses in the vehicle.\n\nOn July 13th, ICE agents shot and killed Mr. Guerrero, a father who also was reportedly not the target of enforcement actions. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) claims to have shot him in concern for \u201cpublic safety\u201d after he \u201cattempted to flee.\u201d The agency does not allege that at any point officers feared for their safety. Video of this killing shows ICE officers handcuffing Mr. Guerrero even after he had been shot in the head.\n\nDHS agents, including ICE agents, have shot at least 21 people just since the start of President Donald Trump\u2019s second term. Six of these shootings have been fatal, resulting in the death of U.S. citizens and individuals who posed no public safety threat. In two previous shootings, ICE has claimed that victims were also \u201cweaponizing\u201d their vehicles, claims that have turned out to be false statements as evidence emerged.\n\nIn addition to the demands for an independent investigation and the commitment that witnesses to the killing of Mr. Salgado Araujo not be deported, the Members are asking for a detailed breakdown of all training materials and guidelines around vehicle stops.\n\nRep. Sykes has also introduced the Critical Operation Oversight of Law Enforcement Intervention and Training (COOL IT) Act, legislation to modernize immigration officer training through annual scenario-based instruction focused on de-escalation, officer safety, crisis intervention, and community relations.", 1, "2026-07-17T07:15:58Z", "2026-07-17T07:17:05Z"], ["https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kaptur-introduces-ratepayer-justice-and-commercial-power-accountability", "Kaptur Introduces Ratepayer Justice and Commercial Power Accountability Act", "2026-07-15", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Marcy Kaptur", "K000009", "kaptur.house.gov", "kaptur", "https://kaptur.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2014 Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) introduced H.R. 9700, the Ratepayer Justice and Commercial Power Accountability Act, to protect ratepayers in cases where utility companies engage in corruption and misconduct that adversely impacts ratepayers and businesses and raises their utility bills. The legislation will create the Ratepayer Justice Fund to return money to both residential and business victims whose utility rates were increased as a result of corruption. The bill also invests in communities harmed by the corruption through grants and prioritized Federal funding for electric grid modernization. The legislation is designed to prevent a future FirstEnergy scandal from ever occurring again.\n\n\u201cUtilities and utility executives have long engaged in corruption at public expense to turn an extra profit for themselves,\u201d said Congresswoman Kaptur (OH-09). \u201cThousands of hardworking people across Northwest Ohio and many more across our Buckeye State were victims of the corrupt FirstEnergy scandal in which greedy utility executives gamed the system by bribing public officials, so they could in turn line their own pockets. Ratepayers were forced to pay over $1 Billion due to the executives\u2019 actions and never got their money back. This new legislation creates a Federal system to return ratepayers\u2019 their hard-earned money that was taken from them unjustly, and to support communities that have been wronged. By holding wealthy utilities, executives, and crooked politicians accountable for their malicious actions, we protect Americans\u2019 wallets and prevent more scandals from taking place.\u201d\n\nWhether utilities and their executives bribe public officials or manipulate regulators to increase electric and gas bills, the cost of this corruption falls on the customer. Congresswoman Kaptur\u2019s legislation provides for a new Ratepayer Justice Fund which will capture the monies that utilities and utility executives gained through increasing their customers\u2019 rates and return that money to ratepayers in the form of direct relief payments and grants to harmed communities.\n\nBusiness and residential victims would be able to file a claim for reimbursement through their annual Federal tax return and receive payment in the form of a refundable tax credit. Affected communities can also seek Ratepayer Community Restoration Grants from the US Department of Energy to repair economic damage and invest in infrastructure and clean energy. Congresswoman Kaptur has long championed accountability for FirstEnergy executives and to find ways to make ratepayers whole while preventing future malfeasance from utility companies.\n\nAdditionally, the bill requires mandatory jail time for any public official, utility executive, or lobbyist convicted of public corruption, fraud, or bribery in connection with utility misconduct.\n\nIntroduction of the bill comes on the heels of a mistrial last April in the public corruption case against the former FirstEnergy CEO and former FirstEnergy Senior Vice President, the one-year anniversary of FirstEnergy asking the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio to be free of any punitive damages for their admitted misconduct, and the seventh anniversary of House Bill 6 becoming law in the State of Ohio (July 23, 2019)\u2014a centerpiece of the FirstEnergy scandal and the largest public corruption case in Ohio\u2019s history.\n\nIt also comes as FirstEnergy is asking the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio for approval to increase rates for ratepayers for three years beginning next summer. \u201cI will not stand for FirstEnergy increasing any Ohioan\u2019s electricity bills until justice is delivered to ratepayers and we have a full accounting of the criminality that occurred at the expense of our people. Justice delayed is justice denied. It is time for Federal action,\u201d Kaptur added.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-07-16T07:21:44Z", "2026-07-16T07:23:13Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/brown-statement-massie-amendment", "Brown Statement on Massie Amendment", "2026-07-15", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) releases the following statement on the Massie Amendment #8 to the State Department and National Security Appropriations Bill:\n\n\u201cThe Massie amendment was a false choice between eliminating all U.S. assistance to Israel, including humanitarian aid, and accepting the Trump-Netanyahu status quo. Foreign policy decisions this important shouldn\u2019t be made via sloppy amendments to partisan spending bills.\n\n\u201cI voted against the underlying bill and present on the amendment because it\u2019s time to send a message that U.S. policy must evolve. As a supporter of the U.S.-Israel relationship and a believer that a two-state solution is critical to achieving real peace, I am severely concerned that the Netanyahu government is continuing on the exact wrong course.\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s time for Congress to have an honest debate about how our policy must change to truly advance Israel's security, protect Palestinian dignity, and promote stability in the Middle East.\u201d", 1, "2026-07-16T07:21:44Z", "2026-07-16T07:23:13Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-denied-opportunity-to-question-summit-county-election-director-during-congressional-hearing-on-election-observation", "Rep. Sykes Denied Opportunity to Question Summit County Election Director During Congressional Hearing on Election Observation", "2026-07-15", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Despite Wednesday\u2019s House Committee on Administration\u2019s hearing featuring testimony from the election director responsible for administering elections in Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) was denied the opportunity to participate in the hearing and question the witness.\n\nThe Subcommittee on Elections held a hearing titled \u201cElection Observation: Best Practices and Congress\u2019s Role,\u201d which examined the role of election observers in promoting transparency and confidence in the electoral process. The hearing featured testimony from Lance Reed, Director of the Summit County Board of Elections, which administers elections for voters across Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District.\n\nDuring his testimony, Reed discussed the importance of transparency in elections and the role observers play in ensuring election officials are carrying out their responsibilities with integrity. Reed also highlighted Summit County\u2019s experience with a congressional election observer during the November 2024 election, stating that the Board of Elections had a positive experience with the observer assigned to monitor the process.\n\nRep. Sykes wanted to question Reed directly about election administration in Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District, including several issues affecting voters in Summit County that were not addressed during the hearing.\n\n\u201cMy constituents deserve answers from the people responsible for administering their elections,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cDirector Reed was before Congress to discuss election administration in Summit County, yet I was denied the opportunity to ask him questions about issues that directly affect the voters I represent. Oversight only works when elected representatives have the ability to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and get answers. That is how we build trust in our elections and ensure every voter in Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District can have confidence in the process.\u201d\n\nRep. Sykes intended to ask Director Reed about:\n\nThe delayed reporting of election results following the 2024 election and what steps the Summit County Board of Elections is taking to ensure voters receive timely results in future elections;\n\nCommunication issues cited by election officials as contributing to delays in processing and reporting absentee ballots;\n\nThe 2024 effort to challenge Rep. Sykes\u2019 voter eligibility based on information contained in her husband\u2019s financial disclosure form;\n\nWhether similar voter challenges involving elected officials have resulted in hearings or investigations by the Summit County Board of Elections; and\n\nWhether the investigation and review of the challenge to Rep. Sykes\u2019 voter eligibility represented an appropriate use of taxpayer resources.\n\nRep. Sykes submitted her questions for the congressional record to ensure the concerns of Ohio\u2019s 13th Congressional District voters received the attention and consideration they deserve.", 1, "2026-07-16T07:21:44Z", "2026-07-16T07:23:13Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-opposes-national-security-funding-bill-condemns-inclusion-of-save-america-act", "Rep. Sykes Opposes National Security Funding Bill, Condemns Inclusion of SAVE America Act", "2026-07-15", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) voted against H.R. 8595, the Fiscal Year 2027 National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, citing concerns that the legislation cuts funding for global health and refugee assistance, weakens severe weather preparedness, and includes the SAVE America Act, which would make it harder for eligible Americans to register to vote.\n\nOhio\u2019s 13th Congressional District is home to refugee and immigrant families from countries including Afghanistan, Bhutan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Iraq, Nepal, Syria, and Ukraine, making these global health programs especially important to local communities. This includes the Global Health Security agenda, which helps monitor and respond to infectious disease threats such as hantavirus and Ebola. It also includes the President\u2019s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the U.S. government\u2019s global HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment program.\n\nIn 2024, Rep. Sykes led the Northeast Ohio delegation in requesting federal disaster assistance after flooding that led to emergency declarations in several counties, including Summit County. After severe flooding caused nearly $6 million in damage across Northeast Ohio, Rep. Sykes said Congress should be strengthening preparedness and response efforts rather than reducing investments that help communities prepare for and recover from future disasters.\n\n\"This bill was already unacceptable because it cuts critical investments in public health, disaster preparedness, and America's leadership around the world,\" said Rep. Sykes. \"But House Republicans made an already harmful bill even worse by forcing through the SAVE America Act at President Trump's direction. This is not election security. It is bureaucracy designed to trip people up and make it harder for eligible Americans to exercise their right to vote. It targets married women who changed their names, creates new obstacles for older Americans and people with disabilities, and puts unnecessary burdens between eligible voters and the ballot box. Instead of focusing on the challenges facing families and communities across this country, House Republicans chose to prioritize a partisan effort to restrict access to our democracy.\"\n\nRep. Sykes also opposed an amendment to the bill that would have eliminated U.S. assistance to Israel.\n\n\"Israel is one of our most important allies and I strongly support its security and right to defend itself. I opposed this amendment because it would have eliminated all funding for the American Embassy in Israel under this bill and cut billions in foreign aid to Israel, and also the Palestinian and Lebanese people. At this moment of continued volatility in the region, it is critical that the ceasefire be respected and that all parties avoid actions that could further escalate tensions. Long-term stability will depend on restraint, diplomacy, and a sustained commitment to peace and security for the region.\"\n\nThe bill passed the House and now moves to the Senate for consideration.", 1, "2026-07-16T07:21:44Z", "2026-07-16T07:23:13Z"], ["https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-warns-trump-administrations-actions-are-weakening-fema-and-politicizing-disaster-relief", "Rep. Sykes Warns Trump Administration\u2019s Actions Are Weakening FEMA and Politicizing Disaster Relief", "2026-07-15", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Emilia Strong Sykes", "S001223", "sykes.house.gov", "sykes", "https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) warned that President Trump\u2019s actions are weakening the Federal Emergency Management Agency\u2019s (FEMA) ability to fulfill its responsibility to Americans during emergencies by limiting the agency\u2019s ability to prepare for and respond to disasters.\n\nDuring a House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing titled, \u201cReforming FEMA: Ensuring the Nation\u2019s Disaster Readiness Works for Americans,\u201d Rep. Sykes highlighted concerns about FEMA staffing cuts, delayed and canceled preparedness and mitigation grants, and the diversion of FEMA resources away from emergency management efforts. She also raised concerns that political considerations may be affecting access to disaster assistance.\n\n\u201cThe federal government has a responsibility to be there for families when they are facing the worst moments of their lives,\u201d said Rep. Sykes. \u201cPresident Trump\u2019s decision to politicize disaster relief is putting that promise at risk. Since January 2025, disaster declaration requests from Democratic governors have been approved at a rate of 23%, compared to 89% for Republican-led states. Americans should never have to wonder whether they will receive help after a disaster because of who they voted for or where they live. Disaster assistance must be based on need, not politics.\u201d\n\nRep. Sykes questioned former FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate about the operational impact of cutting FEMA staff and diverting agency resources to support the Trump Administration\u2019s deportation efforts. She asked whether those decisions could undermine FEMA\u2019s readiness and whether shifting resources away from emergency management was an effective use of agency capacity.\n\nRep. Sykes also asked Administrator Fugate about the potential impact of elevating FEMA to an independent agency with a Cabinet-level administrator who reports directly to the President and whether such a structure would make the agency more responsive during disasters.\n\nRep. Sykes drew on Northeast Ohio\u2019s experience with back-to-back storms that caused widespread flooding two years ago. She led a bipartisan delegation letter urging Ohio Governor Mike DeWine to declare a state of emergency in nine counties and request assistance from FEMA.\n\nDuring that time, Northeast Ohio families turned to the federal government to help rebuild their homes and infrastructure, and FEMA was there to deliver. Rep. Sykes emphasized that Americans across the country deserve the same confidence that the federal government will be there when disaster strikes, and that assistance will be delivered based on need.", 1, "2026-07-16T07:21:44Z", "2026-07-16T07:23:13Z"], ["https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases/brown-celebrates-major-chips-and-science-act-award-160-million-accelerate", "Brown Celebrates Major CHIPS and Science Act Award of up to $160 Million to Accelerate Northeast Ohio Manufacturing", "2026-07-14", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "OH", "Shontel M. Brown", "B001313", "shontelbrown.house.gov", "shontelbrown", "https://shontelbrown.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) today celebrated the National Science Foundation's selection of the Northeast Ohio Strengthening Manufacturing for American Resilience through Technology (NEO-SMART), a consortium led by Case Western Reserve University, as one of the nation's NSF Regional Innovation Engines. The award makes NEO-SMART eligible for up to $160 million in federal investment over the next decade, beginning with an initial $15 million over the first two years.\n\nThe NSF Regional Innovation Engines program was established through the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 (NSF summary here), which Congresswoman Brown proudly voted for. This legislation, signed into law by President Biden, was designed to strengthen America's innovation economy, expand domestic manufacturing, and ensure the United States remains globally competitive. The Regional Innovation Engine program supports the establishment of translation accelerators and test beds, invests in workforce development and training, and invests in programs to provide entrepreneurial training.\n\n\u201cNEO-SMART\u2019s award is exactly what the CHIPS and Science Act was intended to deliver: investments that strengthen American manufacturing, create good-paying jobs, and drive innovation in places like Northeast Ohio,\u201d said Congresswoman Brown. \u201cThis grant is a huge win for Northeast Ohio: this critical investment reinforces that Northeast Ohio has the talent, institutions, and industrial base to lead the next generation of American manufacturing. I'm proud to have supported both the CHIPS and Science Act and the NEO-SMART application, and I look forward to seeing this investment create new opportunities for workers, businesses, and communities across our region.\u201d\n\nAnchored by Case Western Reserve University, the NEO-SMART Engine brings together more than 70 partners across industry, higher education, economic development, government, philanthropy, and nonprofit organizations to transform groundbreaking materials research into commercial manufacturing and new businesses. Over its full ten-year vision, the Engine aims to train 12,000 workers, accelerate commercialization of cutting-edge materials technologies, and establish Northeast Ohio as the nation's premier hub for sustainable advanced materials manufacturing.\n\nNEO-SMART was named one of 15 finalists for the competitive NSF Engines program in September of last year.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-15T07:12:08Z", "2026-07-15T07:13:45Z"]], "truncated": false, "filtered_table_rows_count": 437, "expanded_columns": [], "expandable_columns": [], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "units": {}, "query": {"sql": "select url, title, date, year, month, party, chamber, state, member_name, bioguide_id, domain, scraper, source, date_source, text, has_text, collected_at, updated_at from releases where \"party\" = :p0 and \"state\" = :p1 and \"year\" = :p2 order by date desc limit 101", "params": {"p0": "Democrat", "p1": "OH", "p2": "2026"}}, "facet_results": {"party": {"name": "party", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=OH&year=2026", "results": [{"value": "Democrat", "label": "Democrat", "count": 437, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?state=OH&year=2026", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}, "chamber": {"name": "chamber", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=OH&year=2026", "results": [{"value": "House", "label": "House", "count": 437, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=OH&year=2026&chamber=House", "selected": false}], "truncated": false}, "state": {"name": "state", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=OH&year=2026", "results": [{"value": "OH", "label": "OH", "count": 437, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&year=2026", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}, "year": {"name": "year", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=OH&year=2026", "results": [{"value": "2026", "label": "2026", "count": 437, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=OH", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}}, "suggested_facets": [], "next": "2026-07-14,https~3A~2F~2Fshontelbrown~2Ehouse~2Egov~2Fmedia~2Fpress-releases~2Fbrown-celebrates-major-chips-and-science-act-award-160-million-accelerate", "next_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?party=Democrat&state=OH&year=2026&_next=2026-07-14%2Chttps~3A~2F~2Fshontelbrown~2Ehouse~2Egov~2Fmedia~2Fpress-releases~2Fbrown-celebrates-major-chips-and-science-act-award-160-million-accelerate&_sort_desc=date", "private": false, "allow_execute_sql": true, "query_ms": 434.6368140541017, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}