Congresswoman Sykes c/o Dominick -
Sorry, I meant to add, how indeed rich it was indeed, to witness the US Energy Secretary assert he "loved" that his boss, Pres. Trump, ...(apparently went to war with Iran - , has spent untold Billions thus far, 13 troops killed, all it is being reported,).... in order to prevent Iran from possessing said nuclear materials....,( which we Americans are then logically are to presume, if Iran builds a nuclear weapon, it will then be used on all of us?).....
Ok, so let's take this all at face value! We do not understand this major and serious double standard.. As they say: What are we missing here?
I.e, If this is the stated goal: to prevent Americans from having a nuclear weapon used on us...so American children do not get poisoned by radiation.......?
.Then, we look to the US EPA's March 2nd significant release (that we frankly took to heart here)..., that put forth the Administration's desire to follow what EPA's Mr. Zeldin described as "gold standards"...concerning testing protocols.. Did Mr. Zeldin mean to exempt following proper testing protocols known by our government concerning radiation? These grave apparent contradictory statements leave us wondering, needing clarification..
,If in fact, the goal a) is to protect Citizens from being exposed to a nuclear detonation, thus going to war over, spending Billions of dollars, lost lives b) USEPA desires "gold standards" in proper testing being followed,
Then, someone to explain to us here at our NE Ohio Superfund Site, located within your District, how it can possible be, that despite the sworn testimony of even the former IEL landfill owner himself going before the Federal Judge, breaking a some 30 year silence after his life being threatened, that the military buried deadly plutonium at Uniontown IEL landfill)... ...ontop of numerous other witnesses coming forward, reported seeing the nuclear placard on trucks entering the site after hours; sworn affadavit re.citizens seeing first hand the Army bringing in stainless steel canisters; lab testing results indicating evidence of deadly "potential Plutonium dozens of times, ( including data sets declared "valid" by US EPA in 2000/01)...yet, inexplicably so, our government turned its back on our own people.
Re. "gold standards" being adhered to, as stated in US EPA's presser dated March 2nd, again....if this proclamation is accurate and true, then please explain to us precisely why it is, that US EPA gave a pass to contractors, labs, et al, when EPA permitted deviation after deviation,going against what our US Government has recognized for many decades as "best available science" pertaining to proper sample collection and analysis for deadly Plutonium. ..
Dominick,
Yes, this is what I watched.and wrote you earlier, and wrote CUDOS to our Rep!!......SO, any chance she can do same re. EPA and IEL, given that the health, safety and welfare of our people is at stake due to all the corrupt science prevailing for decades at our Superfund Site in Uniontown ?
Chris for CCLT
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Here's your weekly recap for Ohio's 13th Congressional District! |
| Holding the Administration Accountable |
Pictured: Congresswoman Sykes questions U.S. Energy Secretary Christopher Wright on the administration’s actions in Iran during a House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology hearing. |
Congresswoman Sykes participated in a House Science, Space, and Technology hearing, where she had the opportunity to question U.S. Energy Secretary Christopher Wright on President Trump's recent comments saying that he "loves" inflation and revealing that the United States has been "taking" millions of barrels of oil from Iran. The Secretary admitted that he was unaware of the United States efforts to transport oil through the Strait of Hormuz. In an effort to defend President Trump, Secretary Wright claimed that he was speaking "casually" about the war in Iran. Rep. Sykes pressed him about whether he believes it is appropriate to discuss war "casually" as President, and she emphasized that this conflict has had deadly consequences. Thirteen American servicemembers have died as a result of the war in Iran, including three Ohioans. This is a serious matter that deserves respect. |
| Recognizing Women Veterans |
Pictured: Congresswoman Sykes talks at a press conference on the importance of recognizing the contributions of women veterans. |
Congresswoman Sykes led the Democratic Women's Conference in holding a press conference to honor fallen servicewomen, servicewomen, and women veterans. The event replaced the Bipartisan Women’s Caucus’ 28th Annual Women In Military Service Wreath Laying Ceremony, historically held at Arlington National Cemetery. The wreath laying ceremony was canceled this year because several military branches declined to participate, citing an Executive Order from President Trump and guidance from the Department of Defense that they say barred the military from attending an event that honors women. Our servicewomen risk everything to serve our country. To be met with anything other than respect and honor is a disgrace. At the press conference, Members spoke on the importance of recognizing women veterans and servicemembers for their dedication and sacrifice. Congresswoman Sykes paid tribute to fallen servicewomen and called out the importance of honoring and supporting servicewomen and women veterans. |
| Demanding Reforms for ICE |
Pictured: Congresswoman Sykes answers a community question about ICE funding and reforms. |
Congresswoman Sykes voted against S.2, the Secure America Act, Republicans’ roughly $70 billion funding package for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The bill includes no additional reforms. The bill now heads to the president’s desk. Once again, Republicans are increasing funding for immigration enforcement without addressing serious problems that put American civil liberties and public safety at risk. ICE needs judicial warrants, body cameras, limits on excessive force, and greater transparency. These reforms should be non-negotiable. Congresswoman Sykes supports securing our borders and funding Homeland Security responsibly, but accountability and commonsense reforms must come first. Congresswoman Sykes offered an amendment to the bill to include her bill, the COOL IT Act, legislation that modernizes immigration officer training through annual scenario-based instruction on de-escalation, officer safety, crisis response, and community relations. House Republicans rejected the amendment. |
Congresswoman Sykes, along with Congresswomen Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Judy Chu (CA-28), and Suzan DelBene (WA-01) led 83 of their colleagues in demanding oversight of the recently-launched Moms.gov. Moms.gov launched in May with the supposed goal of offering guidance to expectant mothers, but the website instead features potentially harmful information about crisis pregnancy centers and puts sensitive health information at risk. The Congresswomen demanded Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. provide answers about HHS’s goals in developing, funding, reviewing, and operating Moms.gov. The representatives noted that the “Find Pregnancy Centers Near You” feature on Moms.gov appears to direct users to Option Line, a 24/7 contact center managed by Heartbeat International, a nationwide anti-abortion organization and network of over 1,000 crisis pregnancy centers. Heartbeat International’s mission is to make abortion “unwanted today and unthinkable for future generations,” and it has faced significant scrutiny regarding the collection, storage, and handling of sensitive reproductive health information through services, including the Option Line. The letter is supported by the Democratic Women’s Caucus, Reproductive Freedom for All, National Partnership for Women & Families, National Women’s Law Center, Planned Parenthood Federation of America, and Power to Decide. |
| Demanding Better Living Conditions at Spring Hill Apartments in Akron |
Congresswoman Sykes sent a letter to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner, demanding answers regarding unsafe living conditions at Spring Hill Apartments in Akron. In the letter, Congresswoman Sykes details months of outreach and oversight efforts undertaken by her office following reports of mold, pest infestations, and other hazardous conditions affecting residents at Spring Hill Apartments. Despite inspections and repeated communication with HUD officials, serious concerns remain unresolved. According to information obtained by Congresswoman Sykes' office, Spring Hill Apartments has received more than $7.2 million in federal low-income housing tax credits since 2014. The City of Akron has issued citations and fines related to conditions at the property, yet residents continue to report ongoing problems. The letter also raises concerns about HUD-assisted properties across Akron, including reports of mold, water damage, pest infestations, broken elevators, and delayed maintenance repairs. |
| Standing Up for Vulnerable Ohioans |
Pictured: Congresswoman Sykes speaks on the House floor in support of Ohio’s Home and Community Based Services program. |
Congresswoman Sykes spoke on the House floor in support of Ohio’s Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) program, which Republicans, despite being responsible for the oversight of the program for the last 15 years, have recently accused of being overrun with fraud and abuse. This program provides real, legitimate services to individuals in need, including older Americans and those with disabilities. More than 122,000 Ohioans rely on HCBS services to receive medication, therapy, personal care, and meal services. The reality is, for many HCBS patients, if they were not receiving care in their homes, they would be in a nursing home at an additional cost of tens of thousands of dollars. That is a major reason why HCBS has historically received bipartisan support. It’s why Ohio has participated in HCBS waivers since they were created in the 1980s, including the past 15 years under a state government completely led by Republicans. In these 15 years, these waivers have been designed by Ohio, funded by Ohio, amended by Ohio, and approved by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, including several times under the Trump administration, and as recently as this year. Congresswoman Sykes questioned why U.S. House and Ohio Republicans are just now raising alarm bells about fraud among HCBS providers. |
Congresswoman Sykes voted in favor of the Faster Labor Contracts Act, bipartisan legislation designed to help workers secure a first collective bargaining agreement soon after choosing union representation. She also signed the discharge petition that helped bring the measure to the House floor for a vote. Workers deserve more than the right to organize. They deserve a fair opportunity to secure the wages, benefits, and workplace protections they voted for. That is why Congresswoman Sykes proudly signed the discharge petition to bring this bill to the House floor and voted in favor of it. When workers choose to bargain collectively, that process should not be delayed indefinitely. Too often, workers who vote to form a union are forced to wait months or even years before seeing the benefits of that decision reflected in a contract. The legislation establishes a clear process to move negotiations forward, including mediation and arbitration when necessary, helping workers and employers reach agreements more efficiently. The bill requires newly organized workplaces to begin bargaining within 10 days of a request to negotiate, encourages mediation when negotiations stall, and establishes a path toward binding arbitration if an agreement cannot be reached. The measure passed the House with bipartisan support and now heads to the Senate for consideration. |
| Standing Up for Victims of Sexual Assault |
Congresswoman Sykes, as the Vice Chair of the Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC), joined DWC Executive Steering Committee Member Debbie Dingell (MI-06), Co-Vice Chair Hillary Scholten (MI-03), and Chair Teresa Leger Fernández (NM-03) in leading 128 members of the DWC and House Democratic Caucus in a letter sent Wednesday to House Speaker Mike Johnson urging him to remove a dangerous provision in the BUILD America 250 Act that would likely shield rideshare companies such as Uber and Lyft from liability when passengers are sexually assaulted, injured, or killed during rides.
Opening the door for Uber and Lyft to receive a liability shield is likely to disproportionately harm women and girls. It would also reduce available recourse for survivors of crashes, sexual assaults, and other incidents that occur when using rideshare services. The letter argues Congress should strengthen rideshare safety protections and corporate accountability—not create pathways for immunity for multibillion-dollar corporations amid ongoing reports of sexual assault tied to rideshare platforms. The Members demand that Speaker Johnson remove this provision from the BUILD America 250 Act before the bill moves to the House floor.
In their letter, the Members explain that rideshare companies’ failures to adequately adopt policies to protect passengers and drivers from sexual misconduct are well-documented and chilling. They also argue that survivors must have the right to hold companies accountable when corporate failures contribute to preventable harm.
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Bringing Your Tax Dollars Back to OH-13 |
Biomedical Research: $550,000 |
Congresswoman Sykes announced that the Department of Health and Human Services awarded the University of Akron $554,078 for biomedical research and training. The funding will be used to better understand a chemical reaction process that will lead to a more efficient design of bioactive substances. Research institutions like the University of Akron are driving innovation that strengthens our economy, advances scientific discovery, and improves lives. This federal investment will support groundbreaking biomedical research that could lead to more effective drugs and treatments while creating valuable opportunities for students and emerging scientists. Congresswoman Sykes is proud to help secure resources that keep Akron at the forefront of innovation and prepare the next generation of researchers and problem-solvers. |
Akron Congress in Our Community: June 24 |
On Wednesday, June 24 from 3-6 p.m., Congresswoman Sykes will host Congress In Our Community at the Ed Davis Community Center, located at 730 Perkins Park Dr. Akron, Ohio. At Congress In Our Community, Team Sykes will be on-hand to provide personalized assistance for a variety of issues with federal agencies. If you need assistance with expediting your passport, the IRS and tax matters, Social Security, Medicaid, Veterans Affairs, or more, our office is here to help. Please note: there will be no formal presentation, nor will Congresswoman Sykes be in attendance – these office hours are one-on-one visits between members of the district staff and constituents. You may stop by anytime during the event. |
Call with Your Congresswoman: June 30 |
Join Congresswoman Sykes for a telephone townhall to learn more about her work to make housing more affordable. The conversation will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30. Congresswoman Sykes will be joined by Cheryl Stephens, CEO of the East Akron Neighborhood Development Corporation, and Congresswoman Laura Friedman (CA-30). They will discuss Congresswoman Sykes’ work in Washington to fight for affordable housing, what is being done on the local level, and will answer your questions on the topic. |
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Congressional Readers Club |
Congresswoman Sykes invites K-12 students who live or attend school in the 13th District of Ohio to participate in Ohio's 13th Congressional District Readers Club. Students will have from June 1 to August 21 to read at least 20 hours. Parents should sign their children up at the link below, and download the reading log to count how many hours their child reads throughout the summer. Reading only 15 minutes per day will help students reach the goal of 20 hours by the end of the summer. All participants will be invited to a special celebration with Congresswoman Sykes at the end of the summer. The student in each grade who reads the most books will receive a special recognition from the Congresswoman. |
U.S. Military Service Academy Nominations |
Congresswoman Sykes invites students from Ohio’s 13th Congressional District who wish to pursue military service to apply for a Congressional nomination to America's military service academies. It is an honor for Congresswoman Sykes to nominate students from Ohio’s 13th Congressional District to attend our country’s respected service academies. The decision to apply to a service academy is a personal one and one of the most selfless forms of service to our community and our country. Members of Congress may nominate candidates for appointment to four of the five U.S. service academies: -
U.S. Military Academy in West Point, NY -
U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD -
U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO -
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, NY
The U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, CT does not require a nomination. Receiving a nomination from a Congressional office is the first step in the process of attending a service academy. A nomination does not guarantee admission. If an individual receives a nomination from a congressional office, they must also be admitted to the respective academy to receive an appointment, or admission. The deadline to submit all application materials is October 16, 2026, by 5 p.m. |
Congresswoman Sykes created the Girls in S.T.E.A.M. initiative to encourage more girls and young women to explore the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (S.T.E.A.M.). As a member of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, one of Congresswoman Sykes' personal priorities is increasing diversity and representation in our S.T.E.A.M. workforce. When we empower girls to explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, we pave the way for innovation, diversity, and a brighter future for us all. |
Help With Federal Agencies |
If you can't get an answer from a federal agency in a timely fashion, or if you feel you have been treated unfairly, our office may be able to help resolve a problem or get you the information you need. |
Congresswoman Sykes invites all veterans to participate in the Veterans History Project for Ohio’s 13th Congressional District. This project, in collaboration with the Library of Congress, will ensure local veterans’ stories are preserved for the education of future generations, allowing the public to hear firsthand experiences directly from those who served. The Veterans History Project collects, preserves, and makes accessible the firsthand remembrances of U.S. military veterans who served in armed conflicts dating back to World War I. It was created by the United States Congress in 2000 as part of the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress. Anyone, including students ages 15 or older, may volunteer to record an oral history interview or gather and donate a veteran’s original photographs, correspondence, or other materials. |
Congresswoman Sykes met with Community Legal Aid to discuss the services they provide to our community, as well as opportunities for federal funding. |
Congresswoman Sykes met with BWX Technologies (BWXT) President and CEO Rex Geveden to discuss BWXT’s work at its Barberton facility and how it supports America's service members. |
Congresswoman Sykes met with student advocates from Planned Parenthood Advocates of Ohio to discuss the importance of access to reproductive healthcare. |
League of Conservation Voters |
Congresswoman Sykes met with the League of Conservation Voters and Ohio Environmental Council to discuss lowering energy costs, protecting public lands and protecting our democracy. |
American Composites Manufacturers Association |
Congresswoman Sykes met with the American Composites Manufacturers Association to discuss ways to strengthen American supply chains. |
Recognizing a Local Veteran |
Team Sykes presented a Congressional Recognition to Akron North High School alum, John Collver, on his 82nd anniversary of WWII military service. |
Team Sykes met with the Swiss Deputy Consular, Joachim Tomaschett. |
Ohio Health Care Association |
Team Sykes met with the Ohio Health Care Association to discuss the importance of long term care services. |
Historic Tax Credit Coalition |
Team Sykes met with the Historic Tax Credit Coalition to discuss the construction projects in the district that are utilizing Historic Tax Credits. |
Ohio's 13th Congressional District Champion of the Week |
| Girls Track & Field Ohio State Champions |
Congresswoman Sykes named six extraordinary high school track athletes as the Champions of the Week for Ohio’s 13th Congressional District! These young women have represented their schools, families, and communities with distinction. Their achievements remind us why Ohio’s 13th Congressional District continues to be the “Birthplace of Champions.” Jackson High School junior Gabby Whalen soared to a Division I state championship in the girls pole vault, showcasing the hard work and dedication that have made her one of Ohio’s premier athletes. The Buchtel High School girls 800-meter relay team of Jada Davis, Joslynne Bushner, Devonnah Smith, and Miniya Mitchell captured a state championship and were just 0.2 seconds shy of the state record. Tallmadge High School senior Allison Hay closed out her remarkable high school career by winning the Division II state championship in the 800 meters, an accomplishment that reflects years of dedication and perseverance. |
Do you want to nominate someone to be Ohio’s 13th Congressional District Champion of the Week or to receive another recognition from Congresswoman Sykes? Click the button below! |
Federal Resource Round-Up |
Summer may have just started, but it’s not too early to start planning for the fall semester. Check out the link below to learn more about federal student loans, what options may be best for you, and how to apply. |
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