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House Democrats Held Press Conference Outlining Legislation to Protect Communities, Ensure Accountability Amid ICE Activity
Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Honors the Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Senate Republicans Override Will of Ohio Voters on Cannabis; Bill Heads to Governor's Desk
Ohio Minority Leader Isaacsohn: Approved Redistricting Map Prevents Trump from Stealing More Congressional Seats
Ohio Redistricting Commission Concludes First Meeting Without Public Testimony, Alternative Map as Republicans Continue to Stall for 13-2 Map
Ohioans Deserve a Fair, Bipartisan Congressional Map After Weeks of Delay Awaiting Ohio Redistricting Commission
Democrats Call on Governor to Immediately Convene Redistricting Commission, Invite Bipartisan Partnership Toward 10/31 Deadline
Ohio Democrats Fight for Fair, Constitutional Maps Absent Republican Proposal, Delays in Redistricting Process
Budget Fails Ohioans, Recklessly Underfunds Children, Public Education, Medicaid, Property Tax Relief
Don't Believe the Lies. Issue 1 Empowers Black Voters, Opens Doors to More Diverse Representation in Government
Leader Russo Focused on Fair Redistricting Process, Hearing From Ohioans Firsthand
Democracy Prevails as Ohioans Defeat Issue 1

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Jodi Whitted Appointed Ohio's 28th House District Representative
May 8, 2024

COLUMBUS – House Democrats today announce the swearing-in of Rep. Jodi Whitted (D -Madeira) to represent Ohio’s 28th House District, after the resignation of former State Rep. Jessica E. Miranda last month.
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LaRose Fails to Fix Voter Purge Problems Before Readying Next Round of Voter Cancellations
Lawmaker continues call for transparency and accountability to protect fundamental freedom
May 3, 2024

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Bride Rose Sweeney (D-Westlake) today responded to Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose’s plans for another statewide voter purge clouded in darkness that will happen two weeks before voting in the upcoming presidential election. 
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Democratic Caucus Leadership, Franklin County Delegation, Jewish Caucus Release Statement on Ohio State University Demonstrations
April 26, 2024

COLUMBUS - Leaders of the Ohio Democratic Caucus, the Franklin County House and Senate delegation and the Jewish Caucus released the following statement concerning the overnight protests and arrests on the campus of the Ohio State University. 
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Ohio House Elects Rep. Isaacsohn to Democratic Caucus Leadership
Freshman legislator will serve as Minority Whip for 135th General Assembly
April 24, 2024
Ohio House Elects Rep. Isaacsohn to Democratic Caucus Leadership

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Dani Isaacsohn (D-Cincinnati) today was elected by the Ohio House of Representatives as minority whip of the Ohio House Democratic Caucus for the remainder of the 135th General Assembly, replacing former State Rep. and current Hamilton County Auditor Jessica E. Miranda. 
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Ohio House Jewish Caucus Recognizes Beginning of Passover
April 22, 2024

COLUMBUS – The members of the Ohio House Jewish Caucus, State Reps. Casey Weinstein (D-Hudson), Dani Isaacsohn (D-Cincinnati) and Beryl Brown Piccolantonio (D–Gahanna), today released a message of hope and humanity as the holiday of Passover begins Monday at sundown. 
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House Democrats Congratulate Jessica E. Miranda on Being Appointed Hamilton County Auditor
Cincinnati lawmaker fills the position of her late friend Brigid Kelly
April 13, 2024

COLUMBUS– House Minority Leader Allison Russo (D-Upper Arlington) today congratulated former State Rep. Jessica E. Miranda (D-Forest Park) for being appointed Hamilton County auditor. 
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Leader Russo Says Real State of the State is Ohio is Falling Behind, Putting People First Key to Building a Brighter Future
April 10, 2024
Leader Russo Says Real State of the State is Ohio is Falling Behind, Putting People First Key to Building a Brighter Future

COLUMBUS – House Minority Leader Allison Russo (D-Upper Arlington) today acknowledges, following Governor Mike DeWine’s State of the State address, that too many Ohioans find themselves living in a state they believe is headed in the wrong direction. 
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Rep. Miranda Resigns as Minority Whip, Congratulates Rep. Isaacsohn as her Successor
Freshman legislator will serve as whip for 135th General Assembly
April 10, 2024

COLUMBUS – House Democrats today announce the election of Rep. Dani Isaacsohn (D-Cincinnati) as the new minority whip now that Rep. Jessica E. Miranda (D-Forest Park) has stepped down from the role.
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Rep. Upchurch Mourns the Passing of Former Ohio State Senator C.J. Prentiss
April 3, 2024

COLUMBUS– Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) President Terrence Upchurch (D-Cleveland) today mourns the passing of former State Representative and State Senator C.J. Prentiss, a dedicated public servant known for her diligent work ethic and strong commitment to Ohio’s underserved communities. 
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House Democrats' Women's History Month Legislative News Conference Highlights Ongoing Fight for Equality, Putting People First
March 22, 2024
House Democrats' Women's History Month Legislative News Conference Highlights Ongoing Fight for Equality, Putting People First

COLUMBUS — House Minority Leader Allison Russo (D-Upper Arlington), State Rep. Munira Abdullahi (D-Columbus), president of the Ohio Democratic Women's Caucus and several other women of the Ohio House Democratic Caucus yesterday held a press conference honoring Women’s History Month. Each member highlighted legislative priorities Democrats are fighting for that empower and support women across Ohio. 
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