Mark Hiner News

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) today applauded the approval of All Ohio Future Funding through the Ohio Controlling Board for the Conesville Industrial Park project in Coshocton.

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) has introduced a resolution that, if adopted by the General Assembly and approved by the voters, would amend Ohio’s Constitution beginning in tax year 2027 to exempt owner-occupied residences from property taxes, providing over $10 billion in property tax relief to homeowners. 

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) today announced that the Ohio House of Representatives voted to override the Governor’s veto of Item #66, putting into motion landmark property tax reform through a provision that encourages levy transparency and promotes responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars on the local level. 

State Representatives Mark Hiner (R-Howard) and Ty Mathews (R-Findlay) announced that the Ohio House of Representatives today passed House Bill 332, legislation that aims to bolster Ohio’s defense sector through expansion of the state’s linked deposit program.

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) is proud to announce that the recently passed state budget includes $500,000 to expand water lines from the City of Coshocton to the Village of Warsaw. This investment, combined with support from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, state grants and loans, and strong local collaboration, will ensure safe, reliable water for residents and students while supporting future growth along the US-36 corridor.

Columbus, Ohio - State Representatives David Thomas (R- Jefferson) and Mark Hiner (R-Howard) have introduced a House resolution calling for the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education and the restoration of education authority to the states, local communities, and families.

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) is proud to highlight two landmark investments in Coshocton County that will drive economic growth and job creation in the region.

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) today announced that Holmes County was awarded funding through the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Highway Safety Improvement Program.

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) today sent a letter to Lydia Mihalik, Director of the Ohio Department of Development, to encourage action on award funding from the All Ohio Future Program to the Conesville Industrial Park in Coshocton. 

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) announced that the Ohio House of Representatives last week passed House Bill 59, legislation he jointly sponsored with State Representative Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula) to review and modernize Ohio’s occupational licenses.

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) is pleased to announce that the Ohio House of Representatives this week passed Senate Bill 100, which creates an opportunity for members of the Ohio Farm Bureau to access a more affordable, personalized health insurance coverage plan.

COLUMBUS, OHIO – State Representatives Mark Hiner (R-Howard) and Kevin Miller (R-Newark) today announced that the Ohio House of Representatives passed House Bill 430, legislation they jointly sponsored that dedicates a section of State Route 13 in Mount Vernon, Knox County, as the “Ohio State Highway Patrol Lt. Vance M. Andrews Memorial Highway." 

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) recently voted in support of Senate Concurrent Resolution 5 – urging President Trump to support the Ohio Department of Medicaid’s pending request to implement work requirements for Medicaid expansion recipients.

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) today released a statement honoring Knox County business leader and community pillar– Karen Buchwald Wright:

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) is pleased to highlight five outstanding athletes from Mount Vernon High School on securing various championship titles this season. Ashlynn Brokaw and Alex Taylor both secured state titles, and Mavrik Gregory, Luke Mullins, and Jake Taylor won a combination of league, sectional, and district titles. Together, they secured a Licking County League Championship as a team.

COLUMBUS – State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) is pleased to highlight the recent announcement of a significant investment from Taiwan’s agricultural industry into Ohio’s corn and soybean markets, strengthening the growing trade partnership between Ohio and Taiwan.

COLUMBUS – State Representative Mark Hiner (R – Howard) today voted in support of Am. Sub. House Bill 96 – the House’s version of the State Operating Budget. This forward-looking, fiscally responsible budget plan invests in Ohio families and the state’s future – approving over $4 billion in record property tax relief for Ohioans and ensuring that every school district in the state receives an increase in school funding in fiscal years 2026 and 2027. 

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) praised the passage of the State Operating Budget, which delivers major investments for District 98, advances critical property tax relief, and supports Ohio’s students, families, and businesses.

State Representative Mark Hiner (R-Howard) recently honored Howard resident Carol Fitzsimons at the Ohio Statehouse, recognizing her decades of competition and advocacy in the Transplant Games. In celebration of her upcoming induction into the Transplant Games Hall of Fame, Fitzsimons was presented with a ceremonial American flag to take with her to this year’s games.