Civil Rights
Beatty's Fighting for Civil Rights
I have worked my entire life to advance equal rights for all Americans and to create an America where each and every one of us has equal opportunity, regardless of how we look, who we love, or what we believe. Everyone should be able to live their lives free from discrimination based on race, gender, ethnicity, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender-identity, political affiliation, national origin, and disability status.
Highlights of Beatty Work on Civil Rights
- Elected Vice Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, which is committed to ensuring that African Americans and other marginalized communities have full access to the American Dream.
- Supports the Equality Act, to extend civil rights protections to LBGTQ individuals.
- Sponsor of an Equal Rights Amendment to the Constitution.
Read more below, or please contact my office for more information concerning my work and views on Civil Rights.
More on Civil Rights
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, on Harriet Tubman Day, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) reintroduced the Woman on the Twenty Act, which sets design and print deadlines for the Treasury Department to feature abolitionist Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill. The effort, first announced in 2016, was halted under the first Trump Administration by then-Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin. Secretary Janet Yellen revived the project, placing it back on track to meet its 2030 target for circulation.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Throughout the day and into the evening yesterday, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) delivered a forceful rebuke of President Donald Trump’s Joint Address to Congress, exposing his administration’s corruption, lies, and attacks on everyday Americans. Participating in a series of counterprogramming events, she engaged national leaders, activists, and constituents in standing against the "Republican Rip Off."
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Chair Emerita of the Congressional Black Caucus, issued the following statement on the passing of Dr. Hazel N. Dukes:
"Dr. Hazel N. Dukes was a trailblazer, a mentor, and a steadfast advocate for civil rights. Through her leadership within the NAACP—from the National Board of Directors and the Executive Committee to key subcommittees—she helped shape the fight for racial equity, inclusion, and justice for generations."
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) launched the inaugural Tri-Caucus Visiting Congressional Fellowship at Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy. The event brought together McCourt students, faculty and Capitol Hill alumni and featured a keynote address by House Democratic Leader Congressman Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08), a proud alumnus of Georgetown’s public policy program, along with remarks from Congressman Robert J.
Washington, DC — Tonight, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) hosted a Tele-Town Hall to address the Musk-MAGA hostile takeover of the U.S. government and the dangerous, and in some cases, unlawful executive orders issued by President Trump. Despite a D.C. snowstorm, Reps. Glenn Ivey (MD-04) and Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) joined the conversation in person, reaffirming their commitment to defending democracy and answering questions from Ohio’s Third Congressional District.
Washington, DC —This evening, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on National Security, Illicit Finance, and International Financial Institutions, joined Rep. Maxine Waters (CA-43), Ranking Member of the House Financial Services Committee, and House Democrats to protest efforts by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to shut down the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)—a critical watchdog against corporate greed and predatory financial practices.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), joined House Democrats to introduce the Taxpayer Data Protection Act, which would ensure that only trusted public servants, not Elon Musk and his minions, can access the personal information of Americans. This bill would stop people without a security clearance from accessing our highly sensitive Treasury Department payment system, which encompasses Social Security and Medicare benefits.
Washington, D.C. — Today, in honor of Rosa Parks’ 112th birthday, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell (AL-07), and Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) introduced The Rosa Parks Day Act. The bill would designate December 1st as a federal holiday commemorating the historic arrest of Rosa Parks in Montgomery, Alabama. Rep. Beatty will participate in a press conference, hosted by Rep.
Washington, DC — Today, on the birthday of civil rights icon Rosa Parks, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) introduced the Rosa Parks Commemorative Coin Act to honor her life and legacy with commemorative coins bearing her image. This legislation comes as the nation approaches the 70th anniversary of Parks’ courageous act on December 1, 1955, when she refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, to kick off Black History Month, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) reintroduced the Black History is American History Act, legislation that would mandate the inclusion of Black history as a required component of the American History and Civics Academies' competitive grants administered by the U.S. Department of Education. This bill also strengthens history education and expands access to Black history resources.