State Rep. Heather Bishoff (D-Blacklick) today was appointed to serve on the House Committee on Insurance. The vacancy was made through the election of Rep. Tracy Maxwell Heard to her new position as House Democratic Leader.

"I am honored to be selected to serve as a member of the Insurance Committee" said Rep. Bishoff. “As an owner of a comprehensive financial planning firm in Central Ohio, I deal with the insurance industry every day. I look forward to utilizing my practical knowledge to assist in crafting common-sense legislation that helps the industry and consumers.”

State Rep. Heather Bishoff (D-Blacklick) today asked lawmakers for favorable consideration of her legislation, House Bill 179, more commonly known as the “Parenting Time Bill.” The proposal addresses the issue of employment and court ordered visitation time and the conflict that sometimes arises, between the two.

“There is no statue to provide guidance when this issue arises. We have good employees who are also good parents having to choose between employment and parenting,” said Rep. Bishoff.