Rep. Glassburn Honored as Ohio Chamber of Commerce Legislator of the Year

COLUMBUS – The Ohio Chamber of Commerce has named State Rep. Chris Glassburn (D-North Olmsted) one of its 2026 Legislators of the Year, recognizing his leadership and commitment to developing and advancing impactful policies that benefit Ohio’s workforce.

“A strong workforce is central to a thriving economy,” said Rep. Glassburn. “When Ohioans have access to a stable, predictable, and fair economy, they can fully participate in our state’s economic growth. Through policies that expand reliable low-cost energy, robust access to essentials at affordable rates like childcare, education, and healthcare, we are building a foundation where everyone can succeed.

Rep. Glassburn played an instrumental role in passing House Bill (HB) 15. This legislation is Ohio’s most transformative energy bill in decades, representing sweeping reform of the state’s energy landscape, designed to increase energy supply for businesses and everyday ratepayers. Rep. Glassburn also championed major property tax reduction measures, strengthening Ohio’s real estate industry and lowering the burden of homeownership.

The Ohio Chamber of Commerce advocates on behalf of Ohio businesses to grow economic prosperity for the benefit of all Ohioans. The Ohio Chamber’s Legislator of the Year Award is given to lawmakers who demonstrate bipartisan problem-solving and a commitment to policies that support Ohio industries and workers.  

“This recognition illustrates that building a strong workforce where every Ohioan has access to gainful employment is a bipartisan goal that can be achieved when we work across the aisle,” said Rep. Glassburn. “I hope to expand on this important work as we reach the end of this General Assembly and look forward to the next two years.” 

Rep. Glassburn was honored alongside Rep. Adam Matthews (R-Lebanon) in acknowledgment of the bipartisan effort to modernize Ohio’s Uniform Commercial Code as it relates to new digital technologies.

EDITOR’S NOTE: A picture of Rep. Glassburn receiving the award is attached to this press release. Courtesy: Ohio House Democrats.