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Rep. Jarrells Visits Schoenbaum Family Center Amid Rising Childcare Costs

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) last Friday visited Schoenbaum Family Center in Columbus, an early childhood education center dedicated to providing high-quality education and serving lower-income families. The visit focused on the impact of recent and proposed changes to Ohio’s publicly funded childcare system. 

 Read Full Story : Rep. Jarrells Visits Schoenbaum Family Center Amid Rising Childcare Costs Tue, May 26, 2026

Rep. Jarrells Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Support Students Recovering from TBIs and Celebrate HBCUs

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) and Majority Whip Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Twp.) today announced the introduction of the Return to Learn Act, legislation to require Ohio’s schools to adopt comprehensive return-to-school support policies for students recovering from traumatic brain injuries (TBIs).

 Read Full Story : Rep. Jarrells Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Support Students Recovering from TBIs and Celebrate HBCUs Tue, May 5, 2026

Reps. Jarrells' Bipartisan Legislation on Foster Students Success Passes House Floor

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) and Sharon Ray (R-Wadsworth) today celebrated the Ohio House’s favorable passage of bipartisan House Bill (HB) 25, the Fostering Student Success Act. HB 25 passed the Ohio House Workforce and Higher Education Committee with a vote of 13-0 last week and passed the House Floor today with a vote of 92-1.

 Read Full Story : Reps. Jarrells' Bipartisan Legislation on Foster Students Success Passes House Floor Wed, Mar 4, 2026

$90M Boost to Ohio's Mental Health & Addiction Crisis Services Announced by Rep. Brewer

COLUMBUS- State Rep. Darnell Brewer (D-Cleveland) Monday announced the investment of $90 million to strengthen mental health and addiction crisis services across Ohio thanks to President Joe Biden’s American Rescue Plan Act. A total of 37 regional projects will receive funding through the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (MHAS).  

 

 Read Full Story : $90M Boost to Ohio's Mental Health & Addiction Crisis Services Announced by Rep. Brewer Tue, Aug 29, 2023

Support for Responsible Gun Ownership: State Reps. Brewer and Brennan Call for Exemption of Gun Safety Devices from Taxation

COLUMBUS – State Reps. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) and Sean Brennan (D-Parma) last week announced the introduction of House Bill (HB) 186, the Responsible Gun Owners Act - a measure that would exempt gun safety devices from taxation. This initiative seeks to encourage the adoption of essential safety measures while alleviating financial burdens for those seeking to secure their firearms.

 Read Full Story : Support for Responsible Gun Ownership: State Reps. Brewer and Brennan Call for Exemption of Gun Safety Devices from Taxation Sat, Aug 19, 2023

Rep. Jarrells, Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Hold Black History Month Press Conference, Discuss State of Black Ohio

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) alongside fellow members of the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) Wednesday held a press conference celebrating Black History Month and addressing the caucus’ legislative priorities for the remainder of the 136th General Assembly.

 Read Full Story : Rep. Jarrells, Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Hold Black History Month Press Conference, Discuss State of Black Ohio Thu, Feb 26, 2026

House Democrats Held Press Conference Outlining Legislation to Protect Communities, Ensure Accountability Amid ICE Activity

COLUMBUS — The Ohio House Democratic Caucus today held a press conference discussing a legislative package of eight bills and resolutions aimed at protecting Ohio families, safeguarding due process, and ensuring accountability related to recent federal immigration enforcement activity impacting communities across the state. 

 Read Full Story : House Democrats Held Press Conference Outlining Legislation to Protect Communities, Ensure Accountability Amid ICE Activity Tue, Feb 3, 2026

Rep. Jarrells Announces Nearly $4.6M in State Funding to Support Behavioral Health Services, & Community Development Projects

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) Monday announced that the Ohio Controlling Board has approved nearly $4.6M in state funding, investing in behavioral health support and local facility renovation projects in the district.

 Read Full Story : Rep. Jarrells Announces Nearly $4.6M in State Funding to Support Behavioral Health Services, & Community Development Projects Mon, Feb 2, 2026

Rep. Jarrells Introduces Legislation Commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on His Birthday

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) today announced the introduction of legislation to create the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. License Plate, offering Ohioans a meaningful way to honor a legacy rooted in faith, service, and the enduring pursuit of justice.

 Read Full Story : Rep. Jarrells Introduces Legislation Commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on His Birthday Thu, Jan 15, 2026