Years in Office
12
Bills Sponsored
172
Bills Co-Sponsored
3038
Committees
1
Joyce Beatty Biography
Joyce Beatty began her career as a community development advocate in Ohio, focusing on health equity and economic empowerment. Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for Ohio’s 3rd District in 2012, she has prioritized voting rights, affordable housing, and financial inclusion. Beatty served as Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus and authored legislation to strengthen protections against housing discrimination. She is known for her pragmatic leadership and dedication to ensuring her constituents have a strong voice in national policy debates.
Education
- M.S. in Counseling Psychology, Wright State University, Fairborn, OH(1974)
- B.A. in Speech, Central State University, Wilberforce, OH(1972)
- Attended, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(2013-Present)Representing Ohio's 3rd district
Member, Ohio House of Representatives
(1999–2008)(Minority Leader, 2006–08)
Senior Vice-President, The Ohio State University
(2008–12)Executive Director, Montgomery County
Human Services
Professor
Businesswoman
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Joyce Beatty's congressional service.
Housing Assistance Funding
Secured federal funding to support affordable housing and homelessness prevention initiatives in Central Ohio.
Financial Literacy Education
Championed legislation to promote financial literacy education, including the passage of the Financial Literacy Month resolution.
George Floyd Justice in Policing Act
Co-sponsored and helped pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to address police reform and accountability.
Minority Business Development
Advocated for and obtained increased federal support for minority-owned small businesses in Ohio’s Third District.
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