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Ohio's Third Congressional District reflects the rich diversity, vibrance, and tenacity of America. I am proud to call the Third District my home, and will continue to work tirelessly to keep it growing and prospering.

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Art Competition
Learn more about the Artistic Discovery Contest open to all high school students that live in our Congressional District. You may also fill out an entry form to send to our office.
Virtual Community Ceremonial Swearing-in to the 117th Congress
Event Date:
Thursday, December 31, 2020 – 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM

On December 31, 2020, from 12 PM to 12:30 PM, you are invited to Congresswoman Joyce Beatty's Virtual Community Ceremonial Swearing-in to the 117th Congress. The online event will feature music and entertainment. The Virtual Community Ceremonial Swearing-in will be broadcast on Facebook Live and ZOOM. Please click "Register Now" and complete the form to receive a ZOOM link to the event. Please note that the ZOOM link will be emailed to you two days prior.

Beatty Backs Bill to Expand COVID-19 Stimulus Payments
December 28, 2020
Press Release
Proposal would increase Economic Impact Payments from $600 to $2,000.
Issues: Affordable Housing Healthcare Jobs and the Economy Local Issues Other/Miscellaneous Seniors Issues Small Business Veterans Working Families and Children
Beatty Statement on Officer-Involved Shooting in Northwest Columbus
December 22, 2020
Press Release
U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) issues the following statement on the fatal shooting this morning in Columbus’ Northwest side.
Issues: Civil Rights Diversity and Inclusion Local Issues
Beatty Votes to Pass COVID-19 Relief/Government Funding Agreement
Beatty Heralds Nomination of Marcia Fudge to Lead HUD
December 10, 2020
Press Release
If confirmed, Fudge will be the 18th Secretary of HUD
Issues: Affordable Housing Local Issues Other/Miscellaneous Working Families and Children
Ohio’s Third Congressional District Marks 16th Statewide Tribute to Rosa Parks with Release of New Video Highlighting the Power of One
December 8, 2020
Press Release
Congresswoman Beatty led effort to make Buckeye State first in the nation to recognize Rosa Parks Day.
Issues: Civil Rights Local Issues Other/Miscellaneous
Statement on Killing of Casey Christopher Goodson, Jr.
December 7, 2020
Press Release
Casey Christopher Goodson, Jr. was killed by a Franklin County Sherriff's deputy on December 4th.
Issues: Gun Violence Local Issues Other/Miscellaneous
Central Ohio Leaders Applaud Beatty Being Elected CBC Chair
Beatty Elected Congressional Black Caucus Chair

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Office Locations

Washington DC Office
2079 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, DC  20515
Phone: (202) 225-4324
Fax: (202) 225-1984
Columbus District Office
471 East Broad Street
Suite 1100
Columbus, OH  43215
Phone: (614) 220-0003
Fax: (614) 220-5640