Veto of Anti-Trans Bill Supports Children, Families

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today called Governor Mike DeWine’s decision to veto the discriminatory House Bill (HB) 68 a much-needed sign of support for Ohio’s LGBTQ+ children and the community overall, as well as parental rights.

“It’s always great when the voice of the people is heard. Although the governor has vetoed HB 68, the fight for equal protection for all citizens in Ohio is not over. We must continue to recognize and protect the rights of all. Here in District 18, we hope to continue to be a part of the conversation and create an Ohio that everyone can feel welcomed in, no matter who you are,” said Rep. Brewer.

House Democrats called on Gov. DeWine to veto the legislation, saying, “Hate, as you have said, has no place in this state,” in a Dec. 16 letter to the governor. The draconian HB 68 was a horrible solution to a problem that does not exist. The veto proves that all Ohioans have the right to keep their medical choices between them and their doctors.