Beatty Honors Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur

Beatty Honors Ohio Representative Marcy Kaptur

To commemorate Representative Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) becoming the longest-serving woman in the U.S. House of Representatives, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) had the following statement entrered into the Congressional Record:

"Mr. Speaker, as people across America celebrate Women's History Month and honor our nation's many sheroes, I rise today to recognize a modern-day shero, my colleague, fellow Ohioan, and good friend Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur.

This Sunday, March 18, 2018, Congresswoman Kaptur will become the longest-serving woman in the U.S. House of Representatives, serving incredibly for 35 years, 2 months, 15 days and counting.

I have had the privilege of knowing Marcy for more than two decades, as well as the honor of serving in the House alongside her for the last six years, and I cannot think of a more determined, driven, and dedicated public servant than she.

Throughout her entire decades-long service to the people of Ohio's Ninth Congressional District, Congresswoman Kaptur has been a steadfast champion for our great automotive and manufacturing industries, the American worker and their families, and the brave men and women in the Armed Forces. In addition, she has been a tireless advocate for the middle class, and in ensuring that everyone has a fair shake to succeed and realize the American Dream.

Of course, I would be remiss to also not mention her unyielding commitment to our nation's veterans—highlighted by her tireless work and driving force to establish the National World War II Memorial.

Yes, Congresswoman Kaptur has left an indelible mark on Ohio and this nation, and I join all those in Congress and across the country in saluting her on this momentous and most historic accomplishment.

Congratulations, Marcy!

Thank you Mr. Speaker and I yield back."