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Initiative works to protect sexual abuse survivors, ensure accountability for perpetrators
March 2, 2026

COLUMBUS, OH – State Representatives Roy Klopfenstein (R-Haviland) and Melanie Miller (R-Ashland) recently introduced “Trey’s Law,” legislation designed to strengthen protections for victims of sexual abuse and ensure perpetrators are held accountable for their crime. 

 
 

COLUMBUS –State Representative Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) is pleased to announce that fire departments across Gallia, Jackson, and Lawrence Counties have been awarded more than $685,000 through the newly created Small County Volunteer Fire Department (SCVFD) Grant Program, established in the state budget championed by House Republicans.

 
 

State Representative Ron Ferguson (R-Wintersville) is pleased to announce that fire departments across Belmont and Monroe County have been awarded more than $325,000 through the newly created Small County Volunteer Fire Department (SCVFD) Grant Program, established in the state budget championed by House Republicans.

 
 

State Representative Johnathan Newman (R-Troy) today announced that the Ohio House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 9, legislation conforming Ohio’s tax code to Federal tax changes following passage of the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act” in July. 

 
 
Legislation to Establish Reporting Requirements for Schools that Receive State-Funded Scholarships
February 27, 2026

COLUMBUS—State Representatives Gayle Manning (R-Avon) and Mike Odioso (R-Green Twp.) recently introduced House Bill 715, legislation to establish reporting requirements for chartered, nonpublic schools that receive state scholarships.

 
 
Legislation to Establish Reporting Requirements for Schools that Receive State-Funded Scholarships
February 27, 2026

COLUMBUS—State Representatives Gayle Manning (R-Avon) and Mike Odioso (R-Green Twp.) recently introduced House Bill 715, legislation to establish reporting requirements for chartered, nonpublic schools that receive state scholarships.

 
 
Rear Adm. W. Kent Davis (Ret.) presides over Perrysburg ceremony recognizing Ghanbari's military service and continued commitment to Wood County
February 27, 2026

COLUMBUS, OH— State Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari (R-Perrysburg) was promoted to the rank of Commander in the United States Navy during a ceremony, Feb. 21, at CedarCreek Church in Perrysburg.

 
 

State Representative Tom Young (R-Washington Township) has introduced House Bill 617 – legislation that would exempt net capital gains from state and municipal income taxation in Ohio. 

 
 

State Representative Kevin Ritter (R-Marrietta) is pleased to share that he was recently awarded the Golden Apple Award, presented by the Ohio Parents for Education Freedom (OHPFEF).

 
 

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) has introduced a resolution that, if adopted by the General Assembly and approved by the voters, would amend Ohio’s Constitution beginning in tax year 2027 to exempt owner-occupied residences from property taxes, providing over $10 billion in property tax relief to homeowners. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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