Joyce Beatty
U.S. Representative · OH-3 · Democrat
Statements and posts
139 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Pick a week or a day to set the dates below. One count per message: copies of one post on X and Bluesky count once, and reposts aren’t counted. Shading is scaled to Beatty’s own volume over the last 12 months (a typical active day = 1). May 25, 2026 – Aug 16, 2026.
All 139 statements
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BEATTY CELEBRATES GROUNDBREAKING OF 166 NEW AFFORDABLE HOMES IN DOWNTOWN COLUMBUS
Celebrated groundbreaking of 166 affordable homes in downtown Columbus.
“As Central Ohio grows, affordable housing must be part of that growth”
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BEATTY CALLS ON TREASURY SECRETARY SCOTT BESSENT TO PLACE HARRIET TUBMAN ON THE $20 BILL
Sent letter to Treasury Secretary demanding resumption of Harriet Tubman on $20 bill effort.
“[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’s failure to follow through on this long-awaited effort”
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BEATTY INTRODUCES BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO EXPAND ACCESS TO AVIATION CAREERS
Introduced bipartisan bill to expand financial aid access for aviation degree students.
“As demand for pilots, aviation mechanics, air traffic controllers, and other aviation professionals continues to grow, we should be expanding opportunities—not creating financial barriers”
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Testified on lawsuit against Trump's unlawful Kennedy Center renaming and vanity projects.
“My 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”
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BEATTY CELEBRATES SIX BILLS BECOMING LAW AS PART OF LANDMARK BIPARTISAN HOUSING PACKAGE
Celebrated six of her bills becoming law as part of landmark housing package.
“Every day, I hear from my constituents who are struggling with rising housing costs and wondering whether they’ll ever be able to afford a home of their own”
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Criticized Trump administration for abandoning Harriet Tubman twenty-dollar bill effort.
“In all my years, I’ve never seen an Administration so hell-bent on erasing Black excellence from American history.”
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BEATTY URGES GLOBAL ECONOMIC STABILITY FOLLOWING IRAN WAR
Urged Trump administration to support new IMF Special Drawing Rights to address Iran War economic fallout.
“As the United States has more influence than any other country at the IMF, your support of a new SDR issuance would virtually guarantee its realization. This is not a partisan issue. Stabilizing the global economy and creating jobs for American workers, without adding a dime to the U.S.”
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BEATTY INTRODUCES BIPARTISAN BILL TO HELP PREVENT HOMELESSNESS AMONG FOSTER YOUTH
Introduced bipartisan legislation to help foster youth access stable housing and prevent homelessness.
“Too often, the foster care system fails to set young people up for success as independent adults”
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BEATTY ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY PROJECT FUNDING REQUESTS FOR CENTRAL OHIO
Secured $1.29 million in community project funding for behavioral health and women's health services in Ohio.
“This funding will expand access to behavioral health treatment, substance use recovery, primary care, and women’s health services. I’m proud to support these investments to help ensure more Ohioans receive the quality care they deserve.”
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COURT REVERSES UNLAWFUL RENAMING AND HALTS SHUTDOWN OF KENNEDY CENTER, REAFFIRMING THE RULE OF LAW
Court reversed Trump renaming of Kennedy Center and halted its planned closure.
“Today’s ruling rightly affirms that this administration’s efforts to rename and close the Center have no basis in law”
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BEATTY INTRODUCES RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MAY AS AMERICAN STROKE MONTH
Introduced resolution recognizing May as American Stroke Month to raise awareness.
“I know firsthand how life-altering a stroke can be, not only for survivors, but for families too. No one should lose their life because they lacked access to information, preventive care, or timely treatment. Through awareness and education on early intervention, we can save lives.”
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BEATTY ANNOUNCES OVER $12 MILLION IN FY2027 COMMUNITY PROJECT FUNDING REQUESTS
Announced over $12 million in FY2027 community project funding for Central Ohio.
“Community Project Funding is a direct investment in my district. These projects will strengthen infrastructure, support cutting-edge research, enhance public safety, and improve the quality of life for hardworking families. Bringing more resources to Ohio is a fight I will always be in.”
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BEATTY PASSES 6 BILLS IN THE HOUSE AFFORDABLE HOUSING PACKAGE
Secured House passage of six bills expanding affordable housing and community banking.
“My bills are a critical first step toward addressing the growing housing crisis across our country. These reforms will help spur housing development, direct investment where it is needed most, and strengthen the local financial institutions that finance affordable housing projects.”
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REP. JOYCE BEATTY ANNOUNCES NEW STAFF
Announced Cassie Baloue joined office as Deputy Chief of Staff and Communications Director.
“I’m excited to welcome Cassie to my team as Deputy Chief of Staff and Communications Director”
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Statement from Congresswoman Beatty on the Passing of Former Congressman Barney Frank
Praised former Congressman Barney Frank's legacy in financial regulation and consumer protection.
“Barney’s legacy will live on in the lives of countless Americans whose financial security was strengthened because of his work as Chair on the House Financial Services Committee.”
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Beatty’s Bill to Boost Small Financial Institutions Nationwide Passes Unanimously
Praised unanimous House passage of bill to codify Treasury's Mentor Protégé Program for small financial institutions.
“Small financial institutions serve as the backbone of local economies nationwide, delivering essential resources like mortgage credit, small business capital, and trusted banking services that help neighborhoods thrive”
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Statement from Congresswoman Beatty on Today’s Farm, Food, and National Security Act Vote
Voted against Farm Bill, citing affordability crisis and cuts to food assistance.
“Today, I voted against H.R. 7567 — the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026.”
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Criticized Supreme Court decision gutting Section 2 of Voting Rights Act.
“Today’s devastating decision from the Supreme Court weakens the hard-fought Voting Rights Act of 1965—a law born to protect Black voters and ensure meaningful participation in our democracy.”
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Criticized Department of Justice charges against Southern Poverty Law Center as political attack.
“I am deeply disturbed by the Department of Justice’s decision to charge the Southern Poverty Law Center – a historic non-profit civil rights organization.”
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Urged Treasury to review Resolution Copper land transfer over national security and China concerns.
“Taken together, the facts outlined in this letter present a potential major national security concern: the transfer of one of America’s largest undeveloped critical mineral deposits to a foreign-owned entity with substantial financial ties to the PRC, in close proximity to sensitive U.S.”
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Statement from Congresswoman Joyce Beatty on the Passing of Congressman David Scott
Mourned the passing of colleague Rep. David Scott.
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Rep. Beatty & Counsel Statement on Today's Court-Ordered Disclosure
Beatty challenged Trump's justification for Kennedy Center closure, citing insufficient documentation.
“a list of the experts or advisors who provided input during [the] ‘one year review.’”
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Announced federal court order requiring Trump administration to allow her participation in Kennedy Center board meeting.
“I serve on the Board on behalf of my colleagues in Congress and the American people, and I take that responsibility seriously. The Kennedy Center is a national cultural institution created by Congress and supported by the American public”
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Statement from Congresswoman Beatty on Today’s Kennedy Center Court Hearing
Opposed Trump administration plan to close Kennedy Center without congressional input or transparency.
“We appreciate the court hearing the motion today and acknowledging the urgency of the situation.”
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Statement from Congresswoman Beatty on Yesterday’s DHS Funding Vote
Voted against DHS funding bill, opposing ICE funding without substantial reforms.
“I emphatically voted NO to funding for the Department of Homeland Security.”
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.