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Shontel M. Brown

Shontel M. Brown

DDemocratOH-11 · Representative
55
/ 100
Average
Attendance100
Avg: 96
Independence1
Avg: 4
Bipartisan Tone7
Avg: 16
Ethics Record100
Avg: 99
Transparency53
Avg: 57

Accountability Score — composite of attendance, independence, bipartisan tone, ethics record & transparency.

Methodology
OverviewStatementsBillsFinanceVotesElections
30
Total Statements
14
Floor Speeches
16
Press Releases
15
Topics Covered

What They Talk About

Taxes: 11Environment: 8Defense: 5Housing: 5Trade: 5Labor: 5Civil Rights: 5Immigration: 5Foreign Policy: 5Healthcare: 4Infrastructure: 3Agriculture: 3Education: 3Crime & Justice: 2Voting Rights: 2

Speech Tone

Neutral: 20Ceremonial: 6Bipartisan: 2Urgent: 2

Statements (30)

Press Release2026-06-02UrgentHousing
Ahead of Third Annual Housing Expo, Brown Announces Safe and Affordable Housing Agenda

Ahead of Third Annual Housing Expo, Brown Announces Safe and Affordable Housing Agenda Ahead of Third Annual Housing Expo, Brown Announces Safe and Affordable Housing Agenda Image or Video Image Kenya.Harris@m… Tue, 06/02/2026 - 11:19 Summary Congresswoman Brown has introduced a Housing Agenda to…

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Press Release2026-05-21TaxesHousing
Rep. Brown to Host 3rd Annual Housing Expo

Rep. Brown to Host 3rd Annual Housing Expo Rep. Brown to Host 3rd Annual Housing Expo Image or Video Image Kenya.Harris@m… Thu, 05/21/2026 - 16:19 Summary Join Congresswoman Shontel Brown for the 3rd Annual OH-11 Housing Expo, a one-stop shop for all the resources a first-time homeowner will need…

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Press Release2026-05-19Housing
Brown to Host OH-11 Housing Expo Saturday June 6

Brown to Host OH-11 Housing Expo Saturday June 6 Brown to Host OH-11 Housing Expo Saturday June 6 Congresswoman Shontel Brown will host her 3rd Annual OH-11 Housing Expo Saturday June 6 at at Tri-C Corporate College East. Will.McDonald@… Tue, 05/19/2026 - 09:20 June 2, 2026

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Press Release2026-05-19Housing
Brown to Host OH-11 Small Business Expo Saturday June 6

Brown to Host OH-11 Small Business Expo Saturday June 6 Brown to Host OH-11 Small Business Expo Saturday June 6 Congresswoman Shontel Brown will host her 3rd Annual OH-11 Housing Expo Saturday June 6 at at Tri-C Corporate College East. Will.McDonald@… Tue, 05/19/2026 - 09:20 May 19, 2026

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Floor Speech2026-05-12TaxesForeign PolicyLabor
ANOTHER BLIGHT ON AMERICAN HISTORY

ANOTHER BLIGHT ON AMERICAN HISTORY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3379-H3385] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] ANOTHER…

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Press Release2026-05-03Ceremonial
Congresswoman Brown Hosts 4th Annual Small Business Expo & Conference, Celebrates $500,000 Grant

Congresswoman Brown Hosts 4th Annual Small Business Expo & Conference, Celebrates $500,000 Grant Congresswoman Brown Hosts 4th Annual Small Business Expo Conference, Celebrates $500,000 Grant Image or Video Image Kenya.Harris@m… Sat, 05/02/2026 - 20:10 Summary Congresswoman Brown hosted her 4th…

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Floor Speech2026-04-29BipartisanHealthcareTaxesEnvironmentHR7567HR1
FARM, FOOD, AND NATIONAL SECURITY ACT OF 2026

FARM, FOOD, AND NATIONAL SECURITY ACT OF 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3169-H3290] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Floor Speech2026-04-21BipartisanHealthcareTaxesEnvironmentS2027
2027 PRESIDENTIAL BUDGET REQUEST WILL MAKE LIFE HARDER

2027 PRESIDENTIAL BUDGET REQUEST WILL MAKE LIFE HARDER Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 70 (Tuesday, April 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 70 (Tuesday, April 21, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3029-H3033] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office…

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Press Release2026-04-14
Rep. Brown's Legislation to Name Post Office After Cleveland WWII Hero Alma Minter Passes the House

Rep. Brown's Legislation to Name Post Office After Cleveland WWII Hero Alma Minter Passes the House Rep. Brown's Legislation to Name Post Office After Cleveland WWII Hero Alma Minter Passes the House Image or Video Image Kenya.Harris@m… Tue, 04/14/2026 - 16:21 Summary The House of Representatives…

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Floor Speech2026-04-14TaxesDefenseCrime & JusticeHR4635
TECHNICAL SERGEANT ALMA GLADYS MINTER POST OFFICE BUILDING

TECHNICAL SERGEANT ALMA GLADYS MINTER POST OFFICE BUILDING Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 65 (Tuesday, April 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 65 (Tuesday, April 14, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2849-H2850] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

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Press Release2026-03-30
OH-11 4th Annual Small Business Expo

OH-11 4th Annual Small Business Expo OH-11 4th Annual Small Business Expo Image or Video Image Kenya.Harris@m… Mon, 03/30/2026 - 11:35 Summary Congresswoman Shontel Brown hosts the 4th Annual Small Business Expo for OH-11 constituents. Link Learn more.

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Press Release2026-03-30ImmigrationInfrastructure
Brown Condemns ICE Deployment to Cleveland Hopkins Airport

Brown Condemns ICE Deployment to Cleveland Hopkins Airport Brown Condemns ICE Deployment to Cleveland Hopkins Airport Image or Video Image Kenya.Harris@m… Mon, 03/30/2026 - 11:40 Summary Congresswoman Brown Blasts Trump Administration for refusing to pay TSA and deploying ICE instead. Link Read…

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Press Release2026-03-29
Rep. Brown to Host 4th Annual OH-11 Small Business Expo May 2nd

Rep. Brown to Host 4th Annual OH-11 Small Business Expo May 2nd Rep. Brown to Host 4th Annual OH-11 Small Business Expo May 2nd You're invited! Our 4th Annual OH-11 Small Business Expo is taking place Saturday May 2nd at Tri-C Corporate College and we'd love to see you there. This event is designed…

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Floor Speech2026-03-25HealthcareTaxesForeign Policy
FREE AND FAIR ELECTIONS

FREE AND FAIR ELECTIONS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 56 (Wednesday, March 25, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 56 (Wednesday, March 25, 2026)] [House] [Page H2683] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] FREE AND FAIR…

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Press Release2026-03-11Taxes
Ebony: OP-ED: FROM THE SALON CHAIR TO THE POLICY TABLE: FIGHTING FOR BLACK WOMEN’S HEALTH

Ebony: OP-ED: FROM THE SALON CHAIR TO THE POLICY TABLE: FIGHTING FOR BLACK WOMEN’S HEALTH Ebony: OP-ED: FROM THE SALON CHAIR TO THE POLICY TABLE: FIGHTING FOR BLACK WOMEN’S HEALTH For so many of us Black girls, Saturdays were spent in salon chairs, the heavy scent of relaxer in the air, the slow…

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Press Release2026-03-05EnvironmentForeign PolicyDefense
FAQ: Information for U.S. Citizens in the Middle East

FAQ: Information for U.S. Citizens in the Middle East FAQ: Information for U.S. Citizens in the Middle East The Office of Congresswoman Shontel Brown has been in contact with the U.S. Department of State since U.S. military action against Iran began on February 28. For Congresswoman Brown’s…

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Press Release2026-03-02Foreign PolicyLabor
Rep. Brown's Statement on Trump Strikes on Iran

Rep. Brown's Statement on Trump Strikes on Iran Rep. Brown's Statement on Trump Strikes on Iran Image or Video Image Kenya.Harris@m… Mon, 03/02/2026 - 11:46 Summary My message to this dangerous President is clear: The American people do not want another costly and endless war. Link READ MORE

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Press Release2026-02-27
Rep. Brown Demands Answers on Trump Admin Plans to Sell Celebrezze Building

Rep. Brown Demands Answers on Trump Admin Plans to Sell Celebrezze Building Rep. Brown Demands Answers on Trump Admin Plans to Sell Celebrezze Building Image or Video Image Kenya.Harris@m… Fri, 02/27/2026 - 13:26 Summary Brown has written to the US Government Accountability Office requesting a…

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Floor Speech2026-02-11UrgentDefense
HONORING JAMES R. WILLIS

HONORING JAMES R. WILLIS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 29 (Wednesday, February 11, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 29 (Wednesday, February 11, 2026)] [House] [Page H2174] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING…

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Floor Speech2026-02-02ImmigrationEnvironment
ICE COMING TO SPRINGFIELD, OHIO

ICE COMING TO SPRINGFIELD, OHIO Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 23 (Monday, February 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 23 (Monday, February 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H1939-H1940] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] ICE…

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Floor Speech2026-02-02CeremonialImmigrationTaxesTrade
CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH

CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 23 (Monday, February 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 23 (Monday, February 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H1940-H1946] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Press Release2026-01-14Immigration
Congresswoman Brown Speaks Out On ICE

Congresswoman Brown Speaks Out On ICE Congresswoman Brown Speaks Out On ICE Image or Video Image Will.McDonald@… Wed, 01/14/2026 - 16:55 Summary Brown: "We must stand united against this illegal and immoral agenda. History is watching." Link Watch Here

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Floor Speech2026-01-13CeremonialTaxesEnvironmentTrade
PROTECTING EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES

PROTECTING EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 9 (Tuesday, January 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 9 (Tuesday, January 13, 2026)] [House] [Pages H698-H705] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Floor Speech2026-01-13Crime & Justice
HISTORY IS WATCHING

HISTORY IS WATCHING Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 9 (Tuesday, January 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 9 (Tuesday, January 13, 2026)] [House] [Page H697] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HISTORY IS WATCHING (Ms.…

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Press Release2026-01-12Immigration
Brown E-Newsletter: I need to be honest with you about ICE and what happened in Minneapolis

Brown E-Newsletter: I need to be honest with you about ICE and what happened in Minneapolis Brown E-Newsletter: I need to be honest with you about ICE and what happened in Minneapolis The following is Congresswoman Brown's e-newsletter from January 8, 2025. To subscribe to our newsletter click…

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Floor Speech2025-03-14Education
HONORING MR. DORIAN PACE

HONORING MR. DORIAN PACE Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 49 (Friday, March 14, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 49 (Friday, March 14, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E213-E214] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

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Press Release2025-02-21HealthcareAgriculture
Share Your Story

Share Your Story Share Your Story Do you, your family, or your organization rely on Medicaid, ACA Premium assistance, SNAP, Head Start, or other federal funding? Are you a federal worker impacted by the Trump Administration? Congresswoman Brown wants to hear from you about how Trump’s harmful…

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Floor Speech2024-12-18CeremonialEnvironmentCivil Rights
FAREWELL TO CONGRESS

FAREWELL TO CONGRESS Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 188 (Wednesday, December 18, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 188 (Wednesday, December 18, 2024)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1297] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Floor Speech2024-12-11CeremonialTaxesEnvironmentTrade
HONORING VELETER MAZYCK

HONORING VELETER MAZYCK Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 184 (Wednesday, December 11, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 184 (Wednesday, December 11, 2024)] [House] [Page H6806] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING…

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Floor Speech2024-12-11CeremonialTaxesEnvironmentTrade
HONORING VELETER M.B. MAZYCK FOR HER SERVICE TO CONGRESS

HONORING VELETER M.B. MAZYCK FOR HER SERVICE TO CONGRESS Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 184 (Wednesday, December 11, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 184 (Wednesday, December 11, 2024)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E1255-E1256] From the Congressional Record Online through…

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