Josh Williams News

State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) is acknowledging the recent order from Governor Mike DeWine, in honor of Lorain County Administrator and Former State Senator Jeff Armbruster, that the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Lorain County and at the Ohio Statehouse, Vern Riffe Center, and Rhodes Tower. 

COLUMBUS – State Representatives Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Twp.) and Elgin Rogers Jr. (D-Toledo) today introduced new legislation that works to modify current Ohio Law for individuals who are wrongfully imprisoned. 

State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) is pleased to announce that the Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Bill 523, legislation also known as the “Future Educators Support Act.”

State Representatives Josh Williams (R–Sylvania Twp.) and Melanie Miller (R–Ashland) today announced they recently introduced the Right to Know Act – legislation that would require hospitals and other healthcare providers to offer genetic testing to confirm paternity when a child is born to unwed parents.

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) announced the recent introduction of Ohio’s Capital Budget bill, a two-year capital improvements budget for community projects throughout the state totaling nearly $4 billion.

COLUMBUS— Representatives Jack Daniels (R- New Franklin) and Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Township) today announced legislation aimed at strengthening Ohio’s hate crime statutes by enhancing penalties for politically motivated violence. The introduction of this legislation follows the tragic murder of political commentator Charlie Kirk, and Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman which served as a reminder that attacks targeting individuals based on their political beliefs or affiliations are on a disturbing rise.

– State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) is pleased to share that Governor DeWine today announced that the City of Lorain will receive nearly $1 million through the Brownfield remediation grant.

State Representative Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Twp.) today held a press conference where he introduced the Tithing Protection Act – legislation that would allow a personal income tax deduction for Ohioans who make certain donations to churches. 

COLUMBUS—State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) is pleased to announce that the Ohio House of Representatives today passed House Bill 644, legislation to improve the efficiency of public colleges in Ohio by incentivizing the adoption of evidence-based practices proven to help students succeed.  

State Representative Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Twp.) today announced he recently introduced House Bill 431 – legislation that would implement an annual screening within school districts to detect if students are at risk or are currently being trafficked. 

COLUMBUS – State Reps. Gayle Manning (R-North Ridgeville) and Bride Rose Sweeney (D-Westlake) today provided sponsor testimony before the House Community Revitalization Committee on House Bill (HB) 758, the “Brenna Brossard SUDEP Awareness Act.” 

State Representative Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Twp.) today announced that the Ohio Controlling Board approved $1.6 million in funding for Owens State Community College to replace and renovate their HVAC systems for their HVAC Program. 

State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) is pleased to share that America 250 Ohio recently announced the Ohio Transportation Trail, an initiative highlighting locations across the state that have shaped the nation’s transportation system into what it is today.

State Representative Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Twp.) today announced that nearly $20 million in grant funds have been awarded to 21 nonprofit organizations across the state through Ohio’s Parenting and Pregnancy Program, according to the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. 

State Representative Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Twp.) today announced that The Ohio House of Representatives passed House Bill 168–legislation that resolves constitutional concerns with Ohio’s child enticement laws so that these types of offenses against children can be enforced. 

COLUMBUS— The Ohio House of Representatives passed commonsense legislation to ensure first responders can carry out their responsibilities effectively during emergency situations, announced State Representative Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Twp.).

State Representative Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Twp.) today voted in support of House Bill 247 – also known as “Avery’s Law” – legislation that would establish new requirements on vicious dog owners to prevent dog attacks.