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Representatives Jennifer Gross and Michelle Teska Introduce Data Center Accountability and Citizen Protection Act

State Representatives Jennifer Gross (R-West Chester) and Michelle Teska (R-Clearcreek Township) today introduced House Bill 983, the Data Center Accountability and Citizen Protection Act, legislation that gives Ohio citizens the final say before massive data center projects are built in their communities while protecting taxpayers, ratepayers, private property owners, and Ohio's natural resources.

Read Full Story : Representatives Jennifer Gross and Michelle Teska Introduce Data Center Accountability and Citizen Protection Act Wed, Jul 29, 2026

Speaker Huffman and Members of the Veterans and Military Development Committee Tour Lima Army Tank Plant, Host Traveling Committee Meeting

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville) and some members of the House Veterans and Military Development Committee took a tour of the Joint Systems Manufacturing Center – also known as the Lima Army Tank Plant – in Lima, Ohio. Richardson and members of the committee were joined by Speaker Matt Huffman (R-Lima) for the tour and committee meeting.

Read Full Story : Speaker Huffman and Members of the Veterans and Military Development Committee Tour Lima Army Tank Plant, Host Traveling Committee Meeting Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Ohio House Concurs on Slate of Property Tax Reform Bills

The Ohio House of Representatives today voted to concur on Senate amendments to House Bills 129, 309, 186, and 335 – four initiatives championed by House Republicans that make systematic reforms to curb spikes and provide direct property tax relief to Ohioans, totaling more than $2.4 billion in savings. The package of bills now goes to the Governor’s desk for his signature.

Read Full Story : Ohio House Concurs on Slate of Property Tax Reform Bills Wed, Nov 19, 2025

Representative Michelle Teska Supports Pro-Family, Pro-Business Agenda in Today's House Session in Columbus

COLUMBUS, OH – State Representative Michelle Teska (R–Clearcreek Township) today voted in support of several key pieces of legislation aimed at defending Ohio’s families, strengthening communities, and empowering small businesses to succeed.

Read Full Story : Representative Michelle Teska Supports Pro-Family, Pro-Business Agenda in Today's House Session in Columbus Wed, Mar 25, 2026

Ohio House Passes Legislation to Require Absentee Ballots Arrive by Election Day

Speaker Matt Huffman (R-Lima) today announced that the Ohio House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 293 – legislation sponsored by State Senators Theresa Gavarone (R-Bowling Green) and Andrew Brenner (R-Delaware) – that would require all mailed absentee ballots to be delivered to the board of elections by poll closing on Election Day.

Read Full Story : Ohio House Passes Legislation to Require Absentee Ballots Arrive by Election Day Wed, Nov 19, 2025

Rep. Teska Votes in Support of Bills to Strengthen Ohio's Election System, Combat Fentanyl Crisis in Ohio

State Representative Michelle Teska (R-Clearcreek Township) today highlights her support of two pieces of legislation, Senate Bill 293 – legislation that would require all mailed absentee ballots to be delivered to the board of elections by poll closing on Election Day, and House Bill 88 – legislation to directly combat drug trafficking in Ohio.

Read Full Story : Rep. Teska Votes in Support of Bills to Strengthen Ohio's Election System, Combat Fentanyl Crisis in Ohio Wed, Nov 19, 2025

Speaker Huffman and Senate President McColley Announce Leadership Appointments for the Ohio Legislative Service Commission

COLUMBUS – Speaker of the Ohio House Matt Huffman (R-Lima) and Senate President Rob McColley (R-Napoleon) today announced that Bill Rowland has been selected as the new Director of the Ohio Legislative Service Commission (LSC) upon the retirement of Director Wendy Zhan, effective Friday, November 7th, 2025. Additionally, Julie Rishel has been named the new Assistant Director of LSC.  

Read Full Story : Speaker Huffman and Senate President McColley Announce Leadership Appointments for the Ohio Legislative Service Commission Wed, Nov 5, 2025

Rep. Teska Votes to STOP THE SPIKES in Property Taxes: Supporting House Bills 186 and 335

State Representative Michelle Teska (R– Clearcreek Township) today announced her strong support for two key pieces of legislation being voted on in the Ohio House that will deliver significant property tax relief to Ohioans. House Bill 186 and House Bill 335—both part of the “Stop the Spikes” initiative—are designed to protect homeowners from sudden and excessive property tax increases caused by inflation and appraisal spikes.

Read Full Story : Rep. Teska Votes to STOP THE SPIKES in Property Taxes: Supporting House Bills 186 and 335 Wed, Oct 22, 2025

House Passes Bill Updating Ohio's Marijuana Laws

Speaker of the Ohio House Matt Huffman (R-Lima) today announced that legislation updating Ohio’s marijuana laws and addressing the issue of intoxicating hemp passed with bipartisan support through the Ohio House of Representatives. Senate Bill 56 preserves the legal, adult-use marijuana provisions approved by voters in Issue 2 in 2023, while also adding needed protections for Ohio’s children.

Read Full Story : House Passes Bill Updating Ohio's Marijuana Laws Wed, Oct 22, 2025

Senate President McColley, Senate Democratic Leader Antonio, House Speaker Huffman, House Minority Leader Isaacsohn Release Statement Condemning Political Violence

COLUMBUS - Senate President Rob McColley (R-Napoleon), Senate Democratic Leader Nickie J. Antonio (D-Lakewood), House Speaker Matt Huffman (R-Lima), and House Minority Leader Dani Isaacsohn (D-Cincinnati) today released the following statement:

Read Full Story : Senate President McColley, Senate Democratic Leader Antonio, House Speaker Huffman, House Minority Leader Isaacsohn Release Statement Condemning Political Violence Thu, Sep 18, 2025

Representative Michelle Teska Highlights Legislative Wins for Ohio Families, Safety, and Infrastructure

State Representative Michelle Teska (R- Clearcreek Township) is celebrating major accomplishments from the first half of 2025 in this 136th General Assembly, as the Ohio House continues to advance commonsense reforms that protect families, improve public safety, and make strategic, long-term investments in the state’s infrastructure.

Read Full Story : Representative Michelle Teska Highlights Legislative Wins for Ohio Families, Safety, and Infrastructure Tue, Sep 2, 2025