COLUMBUS – State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) today released the following statement congratulating Columbus Metro Library (CML) employees on the approval of their union. This accomplishment will protect some of the most essential workers within the community, ensuring they have a stronger voice within their workplace.
Read Full Story : Rep. Jarrells Congratulates Establishment of CML UnionCOLUMBUS – State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) today celebrates a huge win for the safety and protection of Ohioans. As data centers remain at the forefront of conversations about economic and job growth, ensuring public safety remains a growing priority. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA) announced that they will not move forward with their initial proposal to allow data center wastewater in lakes, rivers, and other waterways.
Read Full Story : Rep. Jarrells Announces Support for the Ohio EPA's Decision to Revoke Proposal for Data Center Discharge Permit Mon, Jul 27, 2026
COLUMBUS – State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) today praised Federal lawmakers for considering legislation to expand access to overdose-reversal medications in schools. In January 2026, House Bill 57 (HB 57), which authorizes schools to store and administer overdose-reversal medication, such as Naloxone, in emergencies to prevent fatal overdoses among students and staff, went into effect in Ohio. The bipartisan legislation championed by Rep. Jarrells and Majority Whip Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Twp.) places Ohio as a leading state in overdose prevention in K-12 schools.
Read Full Story : Rep. Jarrells Highlights Ohio's School Naloxone Law as Federal Leaders Look to Expand Overdose Prevention in Schools Thu, Jun 18, 2026
COLUMBUS – State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) Wednesday hosted a Behavioral Health Legislative Brunch at the Vern Riffe Center, bringing together behavioral health professionals, advocates, and community leaders from across Ohio to discuss strategies for improving behavioral health outcomes statewide.
Read Full Story : Rep. Jarrells Hosts Behavioral Health Legislative Brunch Thu, Jun 18, 2026