Shontel Brown began her public service career as a local council member, bringing firsthand experience in community advocacy to her work. Elected to represent Ohio’s 11th Congressional District in 2021, she quickly focused on expanding access to affordable healthcare, investing in workforce development, and strengthening infrastructure. Brown serves on the House Agriculture and Oversight Committees, where she has advanced initiatives to improve food security and federal accountability. Her leadership style emphasizes collaboration and responsiveness, ensuring the voices of Cleveland and its surrounding communities are represented in national policy decisions.