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McClain, Riedel Introducing Resolution to Reign in Federal Government

State Rep. Riordan McClain (R-Upper Sandusky) and State Rep. Craig S. Riedel (R-Defiance) have announced that they will soon introduce a resolution to call for a Convention of States, as outlined in Article V of the U.S. Constitution. The action would put Ohio on a list with 15 other states who have already passed a similar subject resolution to reign in the federal government. A convention will only convene once 2/3 of the 50 states (34 of the total) have passed a similar subject resolution.

Read Full Story Thu, May 27, 2021

McClain, Ohio House Create Legislative Oversight and Transparency with Veto Override

State Rep. Riordan McClain (R-Upper Sandusky) voted to override the governor’s veto on Senate Bill 22, which establishes legislative oversight and transparency over orders issued during a state of emergency. Both chambers approved the veto override and the bill will become law.

Read Full Story Wed, Mar 24, 2021

McClain Encourages Submissions for Teacher of the Year

Representative Riordan McClain (R-Upper Sandusky) encourages individuals throughout the 87th Ohio House District to submit their nominations for the 2022 Ohio Teacher of the Year. The program recognizes exceptional teachers for their work both inside and outside the classroom while also providing opportunities for professional growth.

Read Full Story Thu, Mar 18, 2021

McClain Introduces High-Blend Biofuel Tax Credit Bill

State Rep. Riordan McClain (R-Upper Sandusky) announces the introduction of House Bill 165, which would create a temporary, non-refundable tax credit on the sale of E15 and higher blended biofuels of 5 cents per gallon.

Read Full Story Wed, Mar 3, 2021

McClain Receives House Committee Assignments

Committee assignments were announced on Friday for the 134th General Assembly and local Representative Riordan McClain (R - Upper Sandusky) was assigned to three standing committees:

Read Full Story Mon, Feb 1, 2021

McClain Sworn-In to 87th Ohio House District for Second Term

On Monday, State Rep. Riordan McClain (R-Upper Sandusky) was officially sworn-in to his second term of office for the 87th Ohio House District. The district encompasses Wyandot, Crawford, and Morrow counties, as well as portions of Marion and Seneca counties. McClain is a lifelong resident of Wyandot County where he resides with his wife and five children.

Read Full Story Tue, Jan 5, 2021

McClain Approves Bills Supporting Small Businesses and Oversight on State Health Orders

This past week, State Rep. Riordan McClain (R-Upper Sandusky) had the opportunity to support two critical bills, the “Business Fairness Act” (House Bill 621) and Senate Bill 311. These bills were passed out of the Ohio House this week on Wednesday and Thursday.

Read Full Story Fri, Nov 20, 2020

Statement from State Representative Riordan McClain

State Rep. Riordan McClain (R-Upper Sandusky) issues the following statement regarding bailout funds to be removed from House Bill 6.

Read Full Story Thu, Jul 23, 2020

McClain Prompts Small Business Owners to Give Input on Task Force

The Ohio 2020 Economic Recovery Task Force is inviting small businesses from around the state to share their story about the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, State Rep. Riordan McClain (R-Upper Sandusky) announced today.

Read Full Story Thu, Apr 16, 2020

Legislation Allowing Motorcyclists to Wear Hearing Protection Passes Senate

Current law does not allow motorcyclists throughout Ohio to wear in-ear hearing protection in both ears - that could soon change. State Rep. Riordan McClain (R-Upper Sandusky) has introduced legislation permitting motorcyclists to wear hearing protection for the last two General Assembly’s and now the bill has passed in both the House and Senate.

Read Full Story Wed, Jan 22, 2020