Years in Office
42
Bills Sponsored
503
Bills Co-Sponsored
10147
Committees
2
Marcy Kaptur Biography
Raised in a working-class family in Toledo, Marcy Kaptur began her career as an urban planner, focusing on revitalizing neighborhoods in Ohio. Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for Ohio's 9th District in 1982, she has prioritized manufacturing job growth, veterans’ affairs, and Great Lakes restoration. Kaptur played a key role in securing federal investment for Lake Erie conservation and serves as a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee. She is known for her pragmatic approach and long-term commitment to advancing economic stability and environmental protection for her district.
Education
- Completed Doctoral Studies in Urban Planning and Development Finance,(1981)
- M.A. in Urban Planning, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI(1974)
- Attended, University of Manchester(1974)
- B.A. in History, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI(1968)
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(1983-Present)Representing Ohio's 9th district
Assistant Director for Urban Affairs, Domestic Policy staffer, White House
(1977–79)Urban Planner
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Marcy Kaptur's congressional service.
Great Lakes Restoration
Secured federal funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative to improve water quality and ecosystem health.
Toledo Harbor Deepening
Led efforts to obtain funding for deepening the Toledo Harbor, enhancing shipping and economic development in the region.
Renewable Energy Research
Championed investment in renewable energy research at the University of Toledo and across northern Ohio.
Veterans Affairs Clinic
Helped establish a new Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic in Toledo to expand healthcare access for local veterans.
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