Representative Juanita O. Brent - District 18
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COLUMBUS — State Rep. Juanita O. Brent (D-Cleveland) has been named the recipient of the 2025 Change Maker Award, a prestigious honor presented by Collaborate Cleveland. The Change Maker Award is given annually to individuals who demonstrate a deep dedication to driving systemic change and empowering underserved communities.
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COLUMBUS — State Rep. Juanita O. Brent (D-Cleveland) and House members of the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) today held a news conference at the Statehouse condemning provisions in House Bill (HB) 96, the State Operating Budget. OLBC members shared the changes they would like to see the Ohio Senate make to meet the most pressing needs of Ohio’s Black communities.
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COLUMBUS — State Rep. Juanita O. Brent (D-Cleveland) today made the following statement after holding a town hall Wednesday night at the Cleveland Heights Library with more than 80 constituents from all over House District 18 where she spoke about the operating budget, capital budget, property taxes, and public education:
Read Full StoryCOLUMBUS – State Rep. Juanita O. Brent (D - Cleveland) today celebrates the start of Black Maternal Health Week. Black Maternal Health Week, celebrated from April 11-17, is a national initiative that raises awareness around racial disparities in maternal health, especially for Black women.
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