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COLUMBUS- House Bill 661, legislation that regulates imitation meat and egg products, has been introduced by State Representative Roy Klopfenstein (R- Haviland) and State Representative Jack Daniels (R- New Franklin).
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COLUMBUS— On Friday, June 12, State Rep. Melanie Miller (R-City of Ashland) joined the Ohio Association of Meat Processors, the Ohio Department of Agriculture, and other legislators on a tour of Heffelfinger’s Meats, Inc., the largest harvesting facility in Ohio.
Read Full StoryCOLUMBUS – State Rep. Tom Young (R-Washington Twp.) today announced the Ohio House has approved six bills addressing a variety of issues, including measures to provide testing relief to Ohio’s schools, improve health outcomes, and support Ohio’s business climate.
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(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – State Representative Meredith Craig (R-Smithville) this week voted in support of Ohio’s Capital Budget bill, a two-year capital improvements budget for state and community projects throughout the state totaling nearly $4 billion.
Read Full StoryCOLUMBUS– After the Ohio Supreme Court today ruled the latest congressional map unconstitutional, State Rep. Jeff Crossman (D-Parma) renewed his call for a Criminal Complaint against the Ohio Redistricting Commission for dereliction of duty and violating their oath of office.
Read Full StoryCOLUMBUS – State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) today released the following statement congratulating Columbus Metro Library (CML) employees on the approval of their union. This accomplishment will protect some of the most essential workers within the community, ensuring they have a stronger voice within their workplace.
Read Full StoryCOLUMBUS — State Rep. Tristan Rader (D- Cleveland) reacted to the Federal Bureau of Land Management (BLM)’s recent announcement that starting on September 15th companies will be able to bid on oil and gas leases on 2,840 acres of land in the Wayne National Forest.
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COLUMBUS — State Reps. Cecil Thomas (D-Cincinnati) and Jennifer Gross (R-West Chester) today celebrate the unanimous passage of House Bill (HB) 359, the Joshua Alert, in the House Children and Human Services Committee.
Read Full StoryCOLUMBUS — State Rep. Elgin Rogers, Jr. (D-Toledo) participated in the annual Battle for the Bacon competition highlighting the next generation of agricultural leaders while celebrating Ohio's agricultural history.
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COLUMBUS — State Reps. Cecil Thomas (D-Cincinnati) and Jennifer Gross (R-West Chester) Tuesday had proponent testimony on House Bill (HB) 359, the Joshua Alert. The two lawmakers stood in support of Jonisa Cook, the mother of Joshua Al-Lateef Jr., as she shared her heartbreaking story about the night her son went missing on November 20th. The testimony emphasized how this legislation is not just critical but potentially lifesaving.
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COLUMBUS — State Rep. Cecil Thomas (D-Cincinnati) announced today that the Ohio Controlling Board has approved the release of $498,707.40 in state funding totaling $649K in renovations for the Rieveschl Hall Renovation-Final Phase project at the University of Cincinnati (UC).
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COLUMBUS — State Reps. Cecil Thomas (D-Cincinnati) and Jennifer Gross (R-West Chester) Tuesday provided sponsor testimony on House Bill (HB) 359, the Joshua Alert.
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COLUMBUS — State Rep. Cecil Thomas (D-Cincinnati) Tuesday slammed the Republican-controlled Joint Committee on Congressional Redistricting’s failure to advance any fair, constitutional maps, calling it another broken promise to the people of Ohio. Ohioans have been frustrated with this lack of action, many stating that their constitutional rights have been overlooked.
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COLUMBUS — State Rep. Cecil Thomas (D-Cincinnati) today announced today that the Ohio Controlling Board has approved the release of $249,993.25 in state funding to support enhanced campus safety measures at the University of Cincinnati (UC).
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COLUMBUS – State Rep. Cecil Thomas (D-Cincinnati) today issued a statement in response to comments made by U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno (R- Ohio) regarding the recent incident in Cincinnati.
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COLUMBUS – State Rep. Cecil Thomas (D-Cincinnati) today voted “NO” on the vote to override a school district property tax levy restriction provision vetoed in House Bill 96 (the state operating budget). Line-item 66 would eliminate several types of levies, limiting the choices voters have in how to support their schools and local governments, and would not provide real property tax relief to Ohioans. Real property tax relief is one of the most pressing needs for everyday Ohioans. House Democrats are ready and willing to work together to get that done.
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COLUMBUS – State Rep. Cecil Thomas (D-Cincinnati) today voted “NO” on House Bill (HB) 96, the Republican-crafted state operating budget, citing cruel and chaotic cuts and its abject failure to invest in children, public education, healthcare, and basic services – all while shoveling billions to the wealthy and well-connected.
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COLUMBUS - State Rep. Cecil Thomas (D- Cincinnati) today attended Rally Against House Bill (HB) 1 and Senate Bill (SB) 88: Defend Our Rights.
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COLUMBUS – State Rep. Cecil Thomas (D-Cincinnati) alongside fellow members of the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) today held a press conference honoring Juneteenth and reminding Ohio Black history is American History.
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