Republican News

State Representative Angie King (R-Celina) today released a statement upon learning about St. Marys City Schools lockdown:

“I’ve been made aware of the lockdown situation and my prayers are with the students and families of St. Marys City Schools. I am closely monitoring the situation, and I have full confidence in the county and local law enforcement. The safety of our students and educators remains our top priority.”

Speaker of the Ohio House Matt Huffman (R-Lima) today announced that legislation updating Ohio’s marijuana laws and addressing the issue of intoxicating hemp passed with bipartisan support through the Ohio House of Representatives. Senate Bill 56 preserves the legal, adult-use marijuana provisions approved by voters in Issue 2 in 2023, while also adding needed protections for Ohio’s children.

YOUNGSTOWN – The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber has named House Majority Whip Nick Santucci (R-Niles) the recipient of the 2025 Government Achievement Award, presented in partnership with Lake to River Economic Development.

COLUMBUS – State Representative Brian Stewart (R-Ashville) today co-chaired the first Ohio Redistricting Commission meeting. 

COLUMBUS – State Representative Cindy Abrams (R-Harrison) today provided sponsor testimony before the House Transportation Committee on legislation to designate Deputy Larry Henderson Memorial Highway. 

COLUMBUS—State Representatives Gary Click (R-Vickery) and Brian Lorenz (R-Powell)  today announced that Keith’s Law, legislation to enhance first responders’ ability to assist individuals with special needs during emergencies, has been signed into law by Governor Mike DeWine.

COLUMBUS—State Representatives Gary Click (R-Vickery) and Brian Lorenz (R-Powell)  today announced that Keith’s Law, legislation to enhance first responders’ ability to assist individuals with special needs during emergencies, has been signed into law by Governor Mike DeWine.

State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville) and several members of the House Veterans and Military Development Committee took a tour of the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence in Springfield, Ohio.

COLUMBUS –State Representatives Beth Lear (R-Galena) and Meredith Craig (R-Smithville) this week introduced House Bill 513, legislation designed to give local governments the freedom to decide for themselves whether to apply prevailing wage standards on public projects.

COLUMBUS, Ohio – State Representative Kevin Miller (R-Newark) today announced that the Ohio Department of Development has released guidelines for the latest round of funding through the Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Program, which helps communities tear down unsafe and vacant structures to prepare sites for future development.