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Robb Blasdel's Bill Regarding Customer-Owned Water Service Lines Replacement Costs Passes Ohio House
COLUMBUS, OH – Legislation to allow the replacement of lead water service lines by a water-works provider passed today in the Ohio House, which was spearheaded by State Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel (R-Columbiana County). The representative spoke to the bill on the House floor.
“Sadly, Ohio has the third most lead service lines delivering water to our homes,” Robb Blasdel said. “By allowing water-work providers to replace these lines and recoup costs over time, or reimburse customers who choose to do-it-yourself, we are making our drinking water safer and ensuring healthier communities.”
Read Full StoryCOLUMBUS—The Ohio House of Representatives today approved the historic Strategic Community Investment Fund, as part of Substitute House Bill 2, announced State Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel (R-Columbiana County).
The Strategic Community Investment Fund includes $350 million for statewide, regional, and local projects, including over $4.2 million for the 79th District. The fund was established under the state’s main operating budget passed in 2023 and includes excess funding from the previous fiscal year.
“From keeping our community safe, to investing in our facilities, and strengthening our workforce, this one-time funding will strengthen our region, and the rest of the Ohio, for generations to come,” said Robb Blasdel. “These projects are transformational to our communities.”
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COLUMBUS –Members of the Ohio General Assembly and Pennsylvania Senate met in Columbus yesterday for a joint committee hearing to discuss energy reliability, sustainability, and affordability, announced House Public Utilities Chairman Dick Stein (R-Norwalk).
Read Full StoryCOLUMBUS— The Ohio House of Representatives today voted to override Governor DeWine’s recent veto of House Bill 68, announced State Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel (R-Columbiana County).
Robb Blasdel issued the following statement regarding the vote:
“Today, we’ve taken a vital step towards protecting children and upholding the integrity of women's sports in Ohio. I voted to override the Governor's veto on House Bill 68, which includes the SAFE Act and the Save Women's Sports Act. I commend my fellow members in the House for their unwavering commitment to advocating for the well-being of children and families. I look forward to our colleagues in the Senate doing the same.”
The veto override now heads to the Ohio Senate for consideration.
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State Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel (R-Columbiana County) recently attended the Joint Energy and Public Utility Committee meeting in Pittsburgh with members of both the Ohio and Pennsylvania Legislatures.
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State Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel (R-Columbiana County) is celebrating National Children’s Book Week by touring the district’s elementary schools to read to students across the region. The designated week runs from Nov. 6-12.
Read Full StoryState Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel (R-Columbiana County) announces funding for the Columbiana County Sheriff’s Office to be used for their local drug task force in order to mitigate drug trafficking and push for substance use awareness and prevention.
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State Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel (R-Columbiana County) held her first “Coffee with Constituents” event in Columbiana on Monday. The representative encouraged residents to attend to ask questions, voice concerns or to discuss ideas.
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State Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel (R-Columbiana County) secured a deduction for taxpayers impacted by the East Palestine derailment from their state income tax and rail safety measures. Robb Blasdel pushed for these amendments into the state budget, which was approved by the General Assembly and signed into law.
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