Press Releases
WASHINGTON, DC – In a nation where history is increasingly under siege, Congress today came together to ensure one story will be remembered rightly. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Chair Emerita of the Congressional Black Caucus, joined Congressional leadership and administration officials to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 369th Infantry Regiment, known as the Harlem Hellfighters.
“Congressman Jerry Nadler stood firm when history called—holding a president accountable more than once, championing protections for women, communities of color, and LGBTQ+ Americans, and securing marriage equality in federal law. His steady leadership has strengthened our democracy, and I will deeply miss his presence and friendship. I wish him and his family all the best as they begin this new chapter.”
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My heart goes out to the students, teachers, families, and all impacted by the horrific shooting at Annunciation Catholic in South Minneapolis.
This heartbreaking act of violence has shaken a community at the start of a new school year. Every child deserves to learn and grow free from fear.
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), issued the following statement on President Trump’s illegal attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor, Lisa Cook:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Joyce Beatty (D-Ohio) today announced the reintroduction of the Expanding Service Coordinators Act alongside Representatives Adam Smith (D-Wash.) and Suzanne Bonamici (D-Ore.). The legislation would increase funding and make reforms to service coordinator programs, expanding the national workforce that connects residents of federally assisted housing with health care, nutrition, transportation, job training, education, and other critical services.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), issued the following statement on Governor DeWine sending the Ohio National Guard to Washington, D.C.:
COLUMBUS, OH – Yesterday, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) hosted a listening session with local veterans on how best to support veterans’ health care, with the event taking place just one day after the third anniversary of the PACT Act becoming law. Veterans also shared perspectives on how supporting those who have served in other critical areas, particularly amid staffing reductions at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and widespread layoffs of veterans across the federal workforce.
COLUMBUS, OH – Today, in anticipation of Social Security’s 90th anniversary on August 14th, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) hosted “Seniors Are Serious About Social Security”, a panel conversation with local senior service providers, and Social Security advocates.
COLUMBUS, OH – Today, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) hosted “Medicaid & Medicare Matter: From Coverage to Crisis,” a roundtable discussion with Central Ohio health policy advocates, county health officials, and community leaders to examine the real-life consequences of historic Medicaid cuts enacted by Republicans’ H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), issued the following statement on the passing of former Columbus City Council member, Dorothy Teater: