Representative Dontavius L. Jarrells - District 1

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) today announced that the Ohio Controlling Board allocated a total of $857K in funding to support students and faculty at Columbus State Community College.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) 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.

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) today issued the following statement today in response to the passage and signing of House Resolution (HR) 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which was into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025. Despite its name, the $4 trillion bill is devastating for working families and vulnerable communities across the country:

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) today applauds Cleveland’s candidacy to host the 2030 Special Olympics USA Games and urges Ohioans to stand united behind this inclusive, economically impactful opportunity.