Representative Dontavius L. Jarrells - District 1
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COLUMBUS – Assistant Minority Leader Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) today announced that he has introduced the Levy Phase-In Act in response to the overwhelming concerns of Ohioans burdened by sudden and often unexpected property tax increases. The bill aims to help families, seniors, and small businesses better prepare for tax hikes tied to property levies.
Read Full StoryCOLUMBUS – State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) last week helped pass the bipartisan Ohio Transportation Budget (House Bill 54) through the Ohio House of Representatives. This $11.5 billion investment strengthens Ohio's roads, bridges, and transit systems while creating new jobs and connecting communities to economic opportunities.
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COLUMBUS — Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) President State Rep. Terrence Upchurch (D-Cleveland) and fellow members of the OLBC Wednesday held a news conference addressing the caucus’ legislative priorities for the 136th General Assembly.
Read Full StoryCOLUMBUS — Assistant Minority Leader Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) and State Representative Justin Pizzulli (R-Scioto County) have reintroduced House Bill (HB) 35, bipartisan legislation to designate a portion of State Route 125 in Scioto County as "Al Oliver Highway," honoring the legacy of Portsmouth native and Major League Baseball icon Al Oliver.
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