Jason Stephens News

COLUMBUS – State Representative Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) today announced the Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Bill 148, legislation to establish the Companion Animal Fund in the state treasury. 

COLUMBUS – Invited on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the State of Israel and the Consulate General of Israel in New York, State Representatives Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill), Melanie Miller (R- Ashland), Ty Mathews (R-Findlay), and Eric Synenberg (D-Beachwood) recently participated in 50 States One Israel, a historic bipartisan delegation uniting state legislators from across the United States. 

COLUMBUS – State Representative Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) is pleased to share that the month of September officially marks the beginning of Ohio’s fall hunting season.

COLUMBUS – State Representative Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) attended the White House State Leadership Conference last week alongside more than 50 Ohio lawmakers and other officials. 

COLUMBUS – State Representative Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) recently participated in a groundbreaking ceremony hosted by the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 9 in honor of the beginning of construction on phase 2 of the State Route 7 Chesapeake Bypass project.

COLUMBUS – State Representative Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) recently introduced House Bill 151, legislation that aims to establish a consistent funding stream, using only surplus revenue, to fund future transportation needs across Ohio.

COLUMBUS – State Representatives Justin Pizzulli (R-Scioto County) and Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) today voted in support of House Bill 54 – the House’s version of the State Transportation Budget. 

State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) today announced that the Ohio Controlling Board approved $550,000 for community projects in Lorain County.

COLUMBUS, OH – Ohio House Speaker Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) issued the following statement on the passing of Former Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives Jo Ann Davidson:

“I’m saddened to learn of the passing of Speaker Jo Ann Davidson. As a true trailblazer, Speaker Davidson's legacy is one of strength, grace, and servant leadership. She fostered a culture of mentorship that changed the lives of many for the better. I extend my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Jo Ann Davidson.”

COLUMBUS, OH—Ohio House Speaker Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) today announced that $32 million has been awarded to Jackson County for the construction of a new county jail. The funds are being awarded through the Ohio Jail Safety and Security Program.

State Representatives Gayle Manning (R-Avon) and Kellie Deeter (R-Norwalk) today announced the Ohio House passed Amanda Dean’s Law, legislation that would increase criminal penalties to ensure accountability, protect human dignity, and provide justice for victims’ families.  

State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) today announced the Ohio House passed House Bill 758, the “Brenna Brossard SUDEP Awareness Act.” The bipartisan legislation would raise awareness of SUDEP, or Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy, by ensuring patients, families, healthcare providers, and first responders have access to prevention information and resources.