Biography

Mike Carey, born on March 13, 1971, in Sabina, Ohio, is a Republican politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Ohio's 15th Congressional District since November 4, 2021. The district includes parts of Clark, Fayette, Franklin, Miami, and Shelby counties, as well as all of Madison County. Raised on a family farm, Carey was instilled with values of hard work, community, and freedom. He resides in Columbus with his wife, Meghan, and their two young sons; his eldest son is a senior at The Ohio State University.

Education and Political Experience

• Education:

  • Associate of Arts in Economics from Marion Military Institute
  • Bachelor of Arts in History from The Ohio State University

• Military Service:

  • Served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 1989 to 1999

• Professional Experience:

  • Vice President of Government Affairs at American Consolidated Natural Resources
  • Chairman of the Board of the Ohio Coal Association

• Political Experience:

  • Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in a 2021 special election
  • Serves on the House Ways and Means Committee and the Committee on House Administration
  • Co-chairs the Congressional Humanities Caucus

Notable Achievements

• Advocated for American energy independence and coal miners' pension benefits
• Introduced the bipartisan National STEM Week Act to promote science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education
• Reintroduced the Credit for Caring Act to support family caregivers

Carey's career reflects a commitment to energy policy, economic growth, and community values.