Lauren McNally News

COLUMBUS – State Reps. Lauren McNally (D-Youngstown) and Matthew Kishman (R-Minerva) Monday announced the introduction of House Bill (HB) 349, the Call Center Protection Act, bipartisan legislation meant to protect call center work in Ohio. This bill encourages businesses to stay in Ohio and stay in the United States of America. This bill would require notification of relocation of call centers in Ohio and disqualification of tax benefits for companies that locate jobs overseas. The goal of this legislation is to keep career paths open for Ohioans and to protect customer data.

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Lauren McNally (D-Youngstown) today announced that the Ohio Attorney General’s Office awarded $200K in Opioid Remediation Grants to the Mahoning County Jail. These grants are used to fight opioid addiction for those who are incarcerated. 

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Lauren McNally (D-Youngstown) today announced the Ohio Department of Higher Education renewed Youngstown State University (YSU) designation as a Purple Star university. This is a recognition of their continuing efforts to support students with military backgrounds. YSU was first awarded this honor in May of 2022, and schools must apply for renewal after three years.

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Lauren McNally (D-Youngstown) Wednesday 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.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio– A transformational redevelopment is coming to the heart of downtown Youngstown, as Lake to River Economic Development has secured a $1 million JobsOhio grant to support the reimagination of the former Huntington Bank building at 22 Market Street. The overall $13 million project, led by 22 Market Street Ohio LLC, a New York City investor, will convert the historic structure into a dynamic mixed-use development featuring commercial office space, retail and residential units. 

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Lauren McNally (D-Youngstown) and Meridian HealthCare Monday announced that the Ohio Controlling Board approved $1M in funding for Meridian HealthCare renovations to extend the program space to 26,094 square feet. Additionally, they will be building an in-house pharmacy for easier access to patient care. 

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Lauren McNally (D-Youngstown) today announced that the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) awarded the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office $32,450.33 in Marine Patrol Assistance Grants. These grants were awarded to police and sheriff departments on Lake Erie and the Ohio River to enhance on-the-water safety efforts and help local partners better serve Ohioans on the water. This grant will support local agencies who keep waterways safe and welcoming. 

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Lauren McNally (D-Youngstown) today announced that the Ohio Controlling Board approved $85,883.51 in funding to Youngstown State University (YSU) to purchase Portable Measurement Tools Learning System, a UV 3D printer, and Virtual Welding equipment.

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Lauren McNally (D-Youngstown) Wednesday released the following statement after Wednesday’s Ballot Board meeting that advanced the Citizens for Property Tax Reform’s proposed constitutional amendment to abolish property taxes in Ohio:

COLUMBUS – State Reps. Lauren McNally (D-Youngstown) and Brian Lampton (R-Beavercreek) Monday announced the introduction of a new piece of bipartisan legislation meant to bring awareness of programs for veterans, allowing certain employers to display an informational poster regarding benefits and services offered for veterans.