Republican News

COLUMBUS – State Representative Haraz N. Ghanbari (R-Perrysburg) announced that two companies located in Wood County were recently awarded tax credit funding that will result in local economic development and job creation.

COLUMBUS—The Ohio House of Representatives Wednesday passed Substitute House Bill 2, which will allocate $350 million in one-time project funding from the Strategic Community Investment Fund, announced State Representative Haraz N. Ghanbari (R-Perrysburg).

This one-time funding will be administered to statewide, regional, and local projects, $15 million of which will directly serve Wood and Lucas counties and the surrounding communities.

“The future of Northwest Ohio is bright,” said Ghanbari.  “It was a privilege to take the lead and fight for vital projects in Wood and Lucas counties that will impact everything from the safety of our residents to visits to the Toledo Zoo for years to come.”

COLUMBUS, Ohio — State Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari (R-Perrysburg) released the following statement Wednesday regarding the Ohio House voting to override Governor DeWine’s veto of Substitute House Bill 68:

“Today, I proudly voted to override the Governor’s veto of Substitute House Bill 68,” Ghanbari said.  “I previously voted for the SAFE Act and Save Women’s Sports Act in June, supported it in December, and once again took a stand to protect our children and to also ensure that females can compete on a level playing field, not against biological males.  I am looking forward to the Senate following the House’s lead.”

The veto override now heads to the Ohio Senate for consideration.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — State Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari (R-Perrysburg) released the following statement Friday regarding Governor DeWine’s veto of Substitute House Bill 68:

“I’m disappointed the Governor has vetoed Substitute House Bill 68. His failure to support the legislature’s efforts to protect our children and ensure that females can compete on a level playing field, not against biological males, is both frustrating and disheartening,” Ghanbari said. “I voted for the SAFE Act and Save Women’s Sports Act on June 21, 2023. Due to a medical emergency, I was not in attendance for the concurrence vote of the Senate changes Dec. 13, 2023; however, I look forward to working with House leadership and will once again stand up for our children by voting to override his veto at the earliest opportunity.”

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari (R-Perrysburg) has released the following statement Friday after becoming the victim of a swatting incident at his home.  

“This afternoon I was contacted by the Perrysburg Police Department after their dispatch received communication indicating an individual has been shot at our residence,” Ghanbari said. “This false report prompted a response by law enforcement officers who arrived on scene and swiftly cleared our home.”

State Representative Steve Demetriou (R-Bainbridge Twp.) voted in support of House Concurrent Resolution 23 – legislation recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States Army, Chaplain Corps.

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari (R-Perrysburg) announced Thursday more than $1.1 million has been awarded to projects in Wood County, including improvements to public safety and library facilities at Bowling Green State University, improvements to the Ohio National Guard’s Walbridge Armory, and the Chessie Circle Trail Project. The State Controlling Board approved the measure during Monday’s meeting.

State Representative Mike Dovilla (R-Berea) yesterday voted in support of House Concurrent Resolution 23 – legislation recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States Army, Chaplain Corps.

BOWLING GREEN — State Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari (R-Perrysburg), recognized retiring Department of Higher Education Chancellor Randy Gardner with a resolution from the Ohio House of Representatives Tuesday during halftime of the Bowling Green State University versus South Carolina Women’s Basketball game in front of one of the largest crowds in Stroh Center history. Gardner served as the department’s 10th chancellor.

COLUMBUS —State Representative Jeff LaRe (R–Violet Township) today announced that House Bill 316 has passed through the Ohio House of Representatives. The bill honors the life and military service of Master Sergeant Norman Michael Kilbarger by designating a portion of Chillicothe Lancaster Road in Fairfield County as the “MSGT Norman Michael Kilbarger Memorial Highway.”

State Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari (R-Perrysburg) is encouraging farmers throughout Wood County to take advantage of the H2Ohio program available to them. The program seeks to provide financial and technical assistance to enact best agriculture practices.

COLUMBUS, OH –State Representatives Bernie Willis (R-Springfield) and Brian Lampton (R-Beavercreek) today announced that House Bill 434 passed through the Ohio House of Representatives. The bill updates adult limited term driver’s license application requirements, strengthening training for limited-term license applicants while easing restrictions for military-affiliated individuals.

COLUMBUS – State Representatives Monica Robb Blasdel (R-New Waterford) and Bob Peterson (R-Sabrina) today announced that the Ohio House of Representatives passed House Bill 170, legislation to give the state control over carbon capture regulation.

State Representative Mike Dovilla (R-Berea) today voted in support of House Bill 129 and House Bill 309, both of which serve as reasonable, informed responses to the unprecedented surge in residents’ property tax burdens across the state. These bills add to the list of House-championed initiatives aimed at providing property tax relief for Ohioans.

State Representative David Thomas (R-Jefferson) is pleased to share that the Ohio House of Representatives today passed House Bill 129 and House Bill 309, both of which serve as reasonable, informed responses to the unprecedented surge in residents’ property tax burdens across the state. These bills add to the list of House-championed initiatives aimed at providing property tax relief for Ohioans.

COLUMBUS—The Ohio House of Representatives today passed legislation to establish licensing requirements and improve transparency for pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, announced State Representative Kellie Deeter (R-Norwalk).

The Ohio House of Representatives today passed legislation to encourage students in grades one through twelve to read the Declaration of Independence in the classroom during the 2025–2026 school year in recognition of its 250th anniversary, announced State Representative Mike Dovilla (R-Berea).

State Representative Michelle Teska (R-Clearcreek Township) proudly congratulates four distinguished Warren County veterans who have been selected for induction into the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame Class of 2025.