Christine Cockley In The News | Ohio House of Representatives

White House AI framework draws lawmakers' attention

The White House is backing a new national artificial intelligence regulatory framework, which it suggests will balance the need for innovation and concerns of everyday citizens. Read Full Story Thu, Apr 2, 2026

Missing persons bill passes Ohio House, could bring more answers to families

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WOIO) - This week marks a big step forward for missing persons investigations in Ohio. Read Full Story Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Ohio House passes missing persons law spurred by Dispatch investigation

Ohio House lawmakers passed legislation March 25 that could help find more missing Ohioans, spurred by a 2024 Dispatch investigation into how police handle cases of people who disappear. Read Full Story Wed, Mar 25, 2026

Ohio lawmakers pass slew of bills on last day of session

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) - The Ohio House of Representatives held a final session Wednesday before going on break for several weeks, passing some notable bills out of that chamber and sending them to the Senate for that chamber's consideration. Read Full Story Wed, Mar 25, 2026

Ohio state representatives introduce bill to track data center water usage

Two state representatives have introduced new legislation that would require greater transparency when it comes to the amount of water consumed by Ohio data centers. Read Full Story Tue, Mar 24, 2026

Ohio lawmakers grappling with how to regulate AI

Some Ohio lawmakers are embracing AI, while others - including one Columbus Democrat - are working to limit harm done by the technology. Read Full Story Thu, Mar 19, 2026

How state lawmakers are regulating artificial intelligence

Industries all across Ohio are using artificial intelligence. It's a growing asset, but also a growing concern for state lawmakers. Read Full Story Sun, Feb 22, 2026

Ohio bill would prevent people from creating AI models that encourage users to engage in self-harm

COLUMBUS, Ohio - At least four Ohio children have used artificial intelligence to write their suicide notes. Read Full Story Sat, Feb 21, 2026

Ohio bill would prevent people from creating AI models that encourage users to engage in self-harm

At least four Ohio children have used artificial intelligence to write their suicide notes. Read Full Story Fri, Feb 20, 2026

Suicide prevention group backs bill to regulate artificial intelligence in Ohio

As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) grows, so do the incidences of suicides that somehow involve the technology. The Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation is backing bipartisan legislation that would impose penalties on AI models that suggest self-harm or hurting another person. Read Full Story Thu, Feb 19, 2026