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Representative Dontavius L. Jarrells - District 1

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Dontavius L. Jarrells
District 1
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"I envision an Ohio where everyone can access high-paying careers & high-quality education. An Ohio where our kids are safe from firearms & families don't have to work multiple jobs to make ends meet. Simply put, I work for you."
 

House District 1

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Columbus
 
77 South High Street
14th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 466-5343
Fax: (614) 719-3581
 

Working For You

COLUMBUS – Assistant Minority Leader Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) today announced that he has introduced the Levy Phase-In Act in response to the overwhelming concerns of Ohioans burdened by sudden and often unexpected property tax increases. The bill aims to help families, seniors, and small businesses better prepare for tax hikes tied to property levies.

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Mon, Mar 17, 2025

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) last week helped pass the bipartisan Ohio Transportation Budget (House Bill 54) through the Ohio House of Representatives. This $11.5 billion investment strengthens Ohio's roads, bridges, and transit systems while creating new jobs and connecting communities to economic opportunities.

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Fri, Mar 7, 2025
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COLUMBUS — Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) President State Rep. Terrence Upchurch (D-Cleveland) and fellow members of the OLBC Wednesday held a news conference addressing the caucus’ legislative priorities for the 136th General Assembly. 

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Thu, Feb 27, 2025

COLUMBUS — Assistant Minority Leader Dontavius L. Jarrells (D-Columbus) and State Representative Justin Pizzulli (R-Scioto County) have reintroduced House Bill (HB) 35, bipartisan legislation to designate a portion of State Route 125 in Scioto County as "Al Oliver Highway," honoring the legacy of Portsmouth native and Major League Baseball icon Al Oliver. 

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Thu, Feb 6, 2025
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