Darnell T. Brewer News

COLUMBUS - State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today announced that the Department of Education and Workforce (DEW) has released  2024-2025 School Report Card data. Report cards are designed to give parents, communities, educators, and policymakers information about the performance of districts and schools — to celebrate achievement and success as well as identify areas for improvement. 

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today continues to urge his colleagues to take concrete measures to prevent gun violence in Ohio. Between August 31 and September 8, 2025, at least 12 Ohioans lost their lives due to gun violence. During that time, Ohio communities experienced over 30 separate gun-related incidents, including two mass shootings one in Cleveland and another near Cincinnati. Countless families have been shattered, and entire neighborhoods continue to cope with the trauma caused by senseless violence.

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today issued the following statement in response to the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, Minnesota:

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today announced the passage of House Bill (HB) 393 out of the Ohio House with a concurrence vote of 78-0. This bipartisan legislation requires community-based correctional facilities and programs to assist individuals in custody in obtaining a state-issued identification card prior to their release. An amendment to include halfway houses was added in the Senate.

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Darnell Brewer (D-Cleveland) today called for immediate statewide action to combat the ongoing epidemic of gun violence, following a series of tragic shootings across Ohio.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today held a press conference to introduce “Amya’s Law,” legislation named after 11-year-old Amya Frazier, whose life was cut short in a preventable incident involving an unsecured firearm.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Darnell Brewer (D-Cleveland) today voted “NO” on the vote to override a school district property tax levy restriction provision vetoed in House Bill 96 (the state operating budget). Line-item 66 would eliminate several types of levies, limiting the choices voters have in how to support their schools and local governments, and would not provide real property tax relief to Ohioans. Real property tax relief is one of the most pressing needs for everyday Ohioans. House Democrats are ready and willing to work together to get that done.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today joined Cleveland Public Library, the Cuyahoga County Office of Violence Prevention, and The Academy of Medicine of Cleveland and Northern Ohio (AMCNO) in announcing a collaborative effort to bring free safe gun storage devices to select library branches. 

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today issued a strong rebuke of the newly passed Ohio state operating budget, which diverts $1.7B from the state’s $4.8B unclaimed property fund—money that belongs to everyday Ohioans—to subsidize stadium construction for the ultra-wealthy.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today sent a letter to Governor Mike DeWine requesting state assistance for municipalities recovering after Wednesday’s severe storms. On April 15th, much of District 22 was impacted by high winds, flooding, and hail which caused power outages, transportation disruptions and widespread damage to homes and infrastructure. 

COLUMBUS — State Reps. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) and Terrence Upchurch (D-Cleveland) today sent a letter to Attorney General Dave Yost requesting his office to investigate the recent explosion and fire at the Rainbow Terrace apartment complex in Cleveland, Ohio. Despite statements from the complex’s management group stating residents have not made complaints about gas leading up to the explosion, both state representatives have been told that residents have long raised complaints regarding unsafe and deteriorating conditions in their units.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today joined legislators and the Ohio Justice and Policy Center at a press conference to celebrate “Second Chance Month” and share legislation aimed at giving Ohioans a second chance. 

COLUMBUS — State Representative Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today voted “NO” on House Bill (HB) 96, the Republican-crafted state operating budget, citing cruel and chaotic cuts and its abject failure to invest in children, public education, healthcare, and basic services – all while shoveling billions to the wealthy and well-connected.

COLUMBUS - State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today introduced two bills aimed at addressing Ohio’s growing childcare crisis.

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at promoting safe firearm storage and preventing gun deaths and injuries.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today announced that he has officially submitted a letter to Governor Mike DeWine, urging him to prioritize addressing the ongoing crisis of violence, especially gun violence, in his upcoming State of the State Address.

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today voted against concurrence with the Ohio Senate’s version of the state operating budget, House Bill (HB) 96. House Democrats remain deeply concerned about the budget’s failure to fully fund public education, healthcare, childcare, and property tax relief.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today gave sponsor testimony on House Bill (HB) 653, legislation that creates statewide civil parking ticket standards. While parking enforcement is necessary, statewide standards are also needed to protect Ohio drivers from excessive and accumulating fines and fees. 

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) today, alongside State Rep. Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Twp.), introduced legislation aimed at protecting Ohio’s children. Kei’Mani’s Law is named after 13-year-old Kei’Mani Latigue and is designed to strengthen child protection services.

COLUMBUS - State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) yesterday introduced bipartisan legislation to establish statewide standards for civil parking ticket late fees. Current state law does not set a maximum late fee, specify a minimum grace period, or restrict administrative and collection charges. As a result, municipalities can impose penalties that exceed the original fine, often in a short period of time. Penalties can add up quickly and vary across jurisdictions, disproportionately impacting low-income residents, seniors, and working families.