Gail K. Pavliga News

State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) announces the State Controlling Board approved nearly $400,000 for Northeast Ohio College of Medicine (NEOMED) for both a renovation project and workforce-based training equipment.

State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) announces that House Bill 226 unanimously passed today within the Ohio House of Representatives. The legislation increases legal protections for Guardian ad Litems (GALs) and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs). Pavliga is a joint sponsor of the bipartisan bill as she spoke to it on the House floor.

State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) announces the Ohio State Controlling Board approved $550,000 earlier today to fund public roadwork improvements in Brimfield Township in support of Americana Development Inc.

Two legislators are seeking to help children across the state by removing barriers to improve their lives.

State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) is highlighting the In-Demand Jobs Survey for businesses in Portage County. Businesses are encouraged to complete the survey as it assists with state and federal investments for the state’s workforce.

State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) announces that she will be hosting an Open Office Hours event in Kent. The event will allow the representative to hear from constituents to discuss questions, issues, and concerns. This is Pavliga’s fourth outreach event for constituents held within the 75th House District.

State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) announces that funding for campus safety grants was recently approved for several colleges throughout the state, including for Kent State University (KSU). The program funding was approved through legislation during the previous General Assembly.

Today, State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) visited Kent State University to kick-off the first day of classes for the Addictions Counseling Certificate Experiential Paraprofessional Training (ACCEPT) Program, which provides for a paid internship and partial tuition coverage for students to obtain a license pertaining to chemical dependency. Pavliga is hoping for expansion of the program.

State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) announces with Juvenile Court Judge Patricia Smith that Ann Walden has been hired as the Portage County court appointed special advocates (CASAs) director. Dr. Pavliga has been working hard to improve these programs via legislation to ensure the protection of children. Judge Smith and her staff have worked diligently with Doug Stephens from Ohio CASA to bring CASA to Portage County. Walden is set to begin next month.