Latyna M. Humphrey News

COLUMBUS – State Reps. Latyna M. Humphrey (D-Columbus) and Adam Miller (D-Columbus) today urgently called for action in response to the disturbing conditions revealed in Ohio's juvenile detention centers by a collaborative investigation of journalists from The Cincinnati Enquirer, The Columbus Dispatch, Akron Beacon Journal, Canton Repository, and other newspapers. The eight-month investigation uncovered severe failures in Ohio's youth prison and juvenile detention centers, including a surge in riots and violent assaults, and a shortage of support and behavioral health staff.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Latyna Humphrey today calls for immediate action following the alarming discovery at the Colonial Village Apartments off East Livingston Avenue in Columbus where authorities discovered more than 800 people residing within substandard conditions and condemned units. The city of Columbus confirmed that many people living in the apartments were from Haiti. The complex was previously declared a public nuisance in August 2021.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Latyna M. Humphrey (D-Columbus) today released the following statement concerning Issue 1 and Issue 2’s resounding passage by Ohio’s voters:

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Latyna Humphrey (D-Columbus) today is proud to introduce the "3 vs. 3 Tournament - Hoops for Hope" happening October 14th from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Barnett Community Center. This event is a collaborative effort between Jaded Unprotected Volatile Youth Services, Think Make Live Youth, and Rapper Vono Montana. The goal is to bring the community together for a day filled with fun, unity, and positive change. Attendees can look forward to cheering on their favorite teams and attending a live concert with refreshments. 

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Latyna M. Humphrey (D-Columbus) this week announced that the Controlling Board has approved the release of $2M of remaining Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding to provide Ohio’s domestic violence shelters, law enforcement agencies, and other non-profits with additional resources.

COLUMBUS — State Reps. Adam Miller (D-Columbus) and Latyna Humphrey (D-Columbus) today announced legislation that would ensure low-income families do not go hungry as federal programs could dry up due to a federal government shutdown looming on October 1, 2023.

COLUMBUS- State Rep. Latyna M. Humphrey (D-Columbus) 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).  

COLUMBUS - State Rep. Latyna M. Humphrey (D-Columbus) today announced that the Controlling Board has approved a $6.6 million increase for the implementation of the NextGen Project which will modernize administration of the personal income tax and school district income tax.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Latyna M. Humphrey (D-Columbus) yesterday praised the citizens of Ohio for their overwhelming support in defeating Issue 1 during the August 8th Special Election.

COLUMBUS - State Rep. Latyna M. Humphrey (D-Columbus) today issued a statement following the Franklin County Grand Jury indictment of Columbus police officer Ricky Anderson, who played a role in the murder of 20-year-old Donovan Lewis last year.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Latyna M. Humphrey (D-Columbus) today says the new USA TODAY Network/Suffolk University poll that shows 57% of likely Ohio voters are against Issue 1 proves there is overwhelming, bipartisan support to defeat this undemocratic attack by extremists and special interest to make it harder to amend the Ohio constitution.