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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 actions have impacted you. Please fill out the form below to share your story. We appreciate your time!
Interested in finding more opportunities for youth in Northeast Ohio? Do you know a high school student who is ready to learn more about how Congress works and sharpen their leadership skills? Our OH-11 Youth Advisory Council is a great opportunity for young people from Northeast Ohio to learn more about public service, legislation, and key issues in our community.
Interested in learning more about federal grant opportunities for your organization? My office is hosting an OH-11 Grants Summit on Monday July 20 and you're invited.
Our Grants Summit is a great opportunity for representatives from local governments and non-profits to learn more about the federal grant process, how to search for federal grant listings, submit an application, and more.
Congresswoman Shontel Brown will host her 3rd Annual OH-11 Housing ExpoSaturday June 6 at at Tri-C Corporate College East.
You're invited! Our 4th Annual OH-11 Small Business Expo & Conference is taking place Saturday May 2nd at Tri-C Corporate College and we'd love to see you there.
This event is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners who are looking to start or grow their business.
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 official statement on the U.S. strikes on Iran, click here.
March 5, 2026 Update
The following is Congresswoman Brown's e-newsletter from January 8, 2025. To subscribe to our newsletter click here.
Subject: I need to be honest with you about ICE and what happened in Minneapolis
I want to speak plainly with you. What happened in Minneapolis yesterday was horrifying.
November 14 Update:
With the shutdown over, the State of Ohio has announced that full SNAP benefits for November will be distributed by next week.
According to the State, recipients should receive full payments by the end of the week of November 17. If you received a partial payment, you will receive the remainder of your balance.
November 4 Update:
Congresswoman Shontel Brown will host an OH-11 Telephone Town Hall on Wednesday October 8 at 6:00 PM.
Congresswoman Brown will answer questions about how the government shutdown impacts Northeast Ohio and my work to protect Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act.
To register for the event click here.
Updated 11/14
The government shutdown ended on November 12. For information regarding federal programs or benefits, please contact our office.
On November 13 the State of Ohio announced that full SNAP benefits for November would be provided, with exact distribution dates still to be determined. Some partial benefits were distributed beginning November 12. Our office is closely monitoring this situation.
Updated 10/28/25