Years in Office
22
Bills Sponsored
188
Bills Co-Sponsored
2117
Committees
2
Mike Turner Biography
Mike Turner began his career as the mayor of Dayton, Ohio, focusing on urban revitalization and community safety. Elected to represent Ohio’s 10th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2002, Turner prioritizes national security, veterans’ issues, and economic development. He has served as chair of the House Intelligence Committee and played a key role in advancing military infrastructure projects at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Turner approaches his work with a pragmatic style, aiming to strengthen both his district’s economic future and the nation’s defense capabilities.
Education
- D.L.S. in Urban Economic Development, Georgetown University, Washington, DC(2022)
- M.B.A., University of Dayton, Dayton, OH(1992)
- J.D., Case Western Reserve University Law School, Cleveland, OH(1985)
- B.A. in Political Science, Ohio Northern University, Ada, OH(1982)
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(2003-Present)Representing Ohio's 10th district
Mayor, City of Dayton
(1994–2002)Attorney
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Mike Turner's congressional service.
NDAA Leadership
Served as a lead negotiator on multiple National Defense Authorization Acts, shaping defense policy and funding.
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Support
Secured funding and mission expansion for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, supporting jobs and military research in Ohio.
NATO Parliamentary Assembly Chair
Elected President of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, strengthening U.S. alliances and transatlantic security cooperation.
Sexual Assault Reform in Military
Co-sponsored legislation to reform how the military handles sexual assault cases, improving protections for service members.
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