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Rep Emilia Strong Sykes addresses rail safety and community recognition

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Emilia Sykes U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio's 13th district | Official U.S. House Headshot

Emilia Sykes U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio's 13th district | Official U.S. House Headshot

Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, who represents Ohio's 13th district in the U.S. Congress, recently addressed several key issues through her social media posts. The tweets highlight her legislative priorities and constituent services.

On February 11, 2025, Rep. Sykes emphasized the importance of rail safety as a public concern, urging congressional action on her bipartisan RAIL Act. She stated that the legislation aims to prevent incidents like the East Palestine train derailment from occurring again by enhancing rail safety measures. "Rail safety is not a partisan issue, it is a public safety issue..."

On February 12, 2025, Rep. Sykes reassured constituents about receiving assistance from federal agencies with the help of her office and Constituent Advocates. She encouraged individuals needing support to reach out for guidance through their government-related processes. "Getting help from federal agencies can be a long process..."

Later that day, Rep. Sykes recognized Katrina Halasa, Johnna O’Neal, and Krista Galloway of Akron Public Schools' Science and Health Department as #OH13 Champions of the Week for earning the Presidential Award for Excellence in STEM Mentoring from the White House. This acknowledgment highlights significant achievements in educational mentorship within her district."Last week, Rep. Sykes named Katrina Halasa..."

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