Chapter 18 – Intergovernmental Relationships
18.9 CSU Alum & U.S. Congressman Max Miller
CSU alumnus and U.S. Congressman Max Miller (Republican) worked for President Donald Trump’s campaign in 2016 and later in his administration as a special assistant to the president. Simultaneously, he served in the Marine Corps Reserves until 2019.
Returning to Northeast Ohio, Miller settled in Rocky River and was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2022.
Members of Congress can support local governments and state agencies in different ways.
For example, Congressman Miller supports local governments by assisting them with grant applications to various federal agencies. His office helps navigate the often complex and competitive grant application process, ensuring that local governments can secure the necessary funding for vital projects. By offering guidance on application procedures, providing letters of support, and leveraging his connections in Washington, DC, Congressman Miller increases the chances of success for grant applications that fund infrastructure improvements, public safety initiatives, and other local government projects.
On the House Committee on Agriculture, Congressman Miller’s advocates for rural development initiatives that directly benefit Ohio’s local governments. By promoting policies that enhance broadband infrastructure and support rural economies, Miller can help local governments attract new businesses and improve services for their residents. Additionally, his committee membership helps secure federal funding for agricultural projects, providing resources to responsible state agencies.
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