Elgin Rogers, Jr. News

COLUMBUS, OH – State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) was honored this week by the Ohio Council for Home Care & Hospice as a 2026 Home Health and Hospice Hero in recognition of her commitment to supporting home health and hospice care services across Ohio.

COLUMBUS—State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) today received the Buckeye Association of School Administrator's (BASA) 2026 Warren Russell Award.

State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) is pleased to share that the Ohio Controlling Board on Monday approved $7,644,489 in funding to make improvements to Findley State Park in Lorain County.

State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) on Wednesday voted in support of a legislative effort that will temporarily suspend Ohio’s State Gas Tax for 90 days, providing real relief to Ohioans as fuel costs continue to rise. 

COLUMBUS - State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) is pleased to announce that the Ohio EPA will be submitting a proposal to the U.S. EPA to eliminate E-Check in the seven Northeast Ohio Counties: Cuyahoga, Geauga, Summit, Lorain, Medina, Lake, and Portage.

State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) recently signed a letter addressed to Governor DeWine, expressing strong support for Ohio to be named the future home of the U.S. Space Force Academy.

COLUMBUS – State Representative Elgin Rogers, Jr. (D-Toledo) has been elected by his legislative peers to serve a two-year term on the Executive Committee of the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Legislative Caucus (GLLC) during the organization’s 2026 Annual Meeting, held September 28–29 in Marquette, Michigan.

COLUMBUS – State Representative Elgin Rogers, Jr. (D-Toledo) released the following statement explaining his vote against the 90-day gas-tax holiday contained in Sub. House Bill 519:

COLUMBUS—State Representatives Gayle Manning (R-Avon) and Adam Bird (R-New Richmond) are pleased to announce that Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 455, legislation to modernize Ohio’s education code by eliminating outdated educator requirements and reducing administrative burden to ensure teachers can devote more time to delivering high-quality instruction to Ohio students.

COLUMBUS — 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.

State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) today recognized Makayla McLaughlin, a District 52 high school student whose artwork was selected to be included in the House of Representatives High School Student Art Exhibition. 

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Elgin Rogers Jr. (D-Toledo) today announced that he has secured an additional $2 million in redirected capital budget funding for projects that will expand housing, strengthen behavioral health services, preserve historic landmarks, support individuals with epilepsy, and continue neighborhood revitalization in Toledo.

COLUMBUS – State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) today announced that the application for the Ohio Statehouse Transportation Grant will be open September 4 until September 13 at 11:59 p.m. 

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Elgin Rogers Jr. (D-Toledo) traveled to Jerusalem Township this week to assess damage caused by severe flooding and meet with first responders, local officials, and residents affected by the storm.

State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) is pleased to share that the Ohio Controlling Board on Monday released $1,075,000 for the French Creek Sports Complex in Lorain County. The City of Avon will extend and construct a 1.6-mile multi-use trail along French Creek Road in Avon.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Elgin Rogers, Jr. (D-Toledo) today announced the passage of Substitute Senate Bill (SB) 52, legislation that includes the designation of a portion of Interstate Route 280 in Lucas County as the "SSG Jack W. Coy Veterans Memorial Highway," ensuring that the sacrifice and service of a Toledo World War II hero will be permanently recognized by the State of Ohio.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Elgin Rogers, Jr. (D-Toledo) continues to deliver transformative investments for Lucas County communities, securing support through Ohio's 2026 Capital Budget for 16 of the 22 local projects located within House District 42 and directing millions of dollars toward initiatives that strengthen neighborhoods, support vulnerable residents, and improve quality of life throughout Northwest Ohio. 

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Elgin Rogers, Jr. (D-Toledo) recently spoke on the Ohio House floor in support of Senate Bill (SB) 223, legislation aimed at expanding access to discounts at Ohio state parks and recreational facilities for veterans and service members.

COLUMBUS – State Representative Elgin Rogers, Jr. (D-Toledo) today provided sponsor testimony before the House Judiciary Committee on House Bill (HB) 501, legislation aimed at expanding restitution eligibility for wrongfully convicted Ohioans.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Elgin Rogers (D-Toledo) today announced today that General Motors is investing approximately $40 million into Toledo Propulsion Systems to increase capacity and introduce a new transmission variant to support the production of the Chevrolet Equinox and other GMC vehicles.