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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes

@RepEmiliaSykes

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Congresswoman for Ohio’s 13th Congressional District, the Birthplace of Champions. Posts are made by staff unless denoted w/ ESS

Akron, OH
Joined January 2023
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@RepEmiliaSykes
Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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It's #NationalNursesWeek ! Rep. Sykes is grateful for the registered nurses and frontline healthcare workers who work hard each day to care for patients in our communities.
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Mayor Shammas Malik
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This morning, @RepEmiliaSykes presented two checks for $9M in Federal Funds for the High Level Bridge, which connects Akron to Cuyahoga Falls. I was joined by @SummitExecutive Ilene Shapiro & @MayorWalters . It's always exciting to collaborate on big projects like this together!
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@RepEmiliaSykes
Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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Today, Rep. Sykes joined @SummitExecutive , @SummitEngineer , @AkronOhioMayor , @MayorWalters to deliver over $9.1 million in federal funding to improve the High Level Bridge, a key infrastructure asset connecting Akron & Cuyahoga Falls in #OH13 .
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@RepEmiliaSykes
Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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Constituent service is Rep. Sykes' top priority, and our office is always here to help. Staff were recently able to assist Crystal S. and her family with an IRS issue. Visit to learn more about how our office can help you!
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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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No one should have to worry about a tragic train derailment in their own backyard. This #RailroadDay , Rep. Sykes urges action on her bipartisan #RAILAct , which would improve rail safety in our communities.
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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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Happy #AANHPI Heritage Month to the Asian & Pacific American communities in #OH13 ! Throughout this month, we honor the culture, achievements and history of AANHPI across the nation. As a member of @CAPAC , Rep. Sykes is committed to building a safe and inclusive country for all.
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@RepEmiliaSykes
Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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TONIGHT: Join Rep. Sykes for a #CallWithYourCongresswoman discussion with local mental health organizations this evening at 6:30. Register now at
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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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. @USDOL awarded over $2.6 million to provide job training opportunities for young people in #OH13 . This investment will help ensure everyone, no matter their background, can acquire the skills needed to take part in our growing economy & secure good-paying, in-demand jobs.
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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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Today is Yom HaShoah or Holocaust Remembrance Day. The world must never forget the tragedy and atrocities of the Holocaust. Today and every day, we recommit to fighting antisemitism at home and abroad because every person deserves to feel secure in their communities.
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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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On May 4, 1970, four Kent State University students were killed and nine were wounded during a protest of the Vietnam War. Each year, we honor and remember the students who lost their lives on this tragic day.
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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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Rep. Sykes joined Kent State Stark's Feminism for All Beings for a Q&A about her experience as a Black woman in politics and her commitment to making government more representative of the people it serves.
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@RepEmiliaSykes
Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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Everyone deserves to feel safe in their community. Rep. Sykes released a statement today condemning antisemitism and reaffirming her support for meaningful solutions to prevent hate in #OH13 and across the nation.
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@RepEmiliaSykes
Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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NEW DATE: The Call With Your Congresswoman discussion previously scheduled for May 1 will now take place on Tuesday, May 7 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Register now at
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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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Rep. Sykes announced the winners of the #OH13 Congressional Art Competition at an art show featuring all of the submissions! The first place winner, Lulu Emmanuele from Firestone CLC, will have her work "Neon Dreams" showcased in the U.S. Capitol for one year!
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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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Sophie called Rep. Sykes' office for help when her Green Card got delayed. Rep. Sykes' office was able to secure her Green Card in two weeks! #WeWorkForYouWednesday
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@RepEmiliaSykes
Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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Rep. Sykes has repeatedly called for additional funding to keep the Affordable Connectivity Program up and running. But time is running out. Rep. Sykes won't stop fighting until we secure the funds needed to help 84,000 households in #OH13 retain affordable internet access.
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@RepEmiliaSykes
Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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NEW DATE: The Call With Your Congresswoman discussion previously scheduled for May 1 will now take place on Tuesday, May 7 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Register now at .
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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes
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Congratulations to this year's Akron Press Club Scholars! Rep. Sykes' office presented Congressional Recognitions to all of the scholarship recipients at their recent luncheon.
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