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Local Fire Departments Awarded Small County Volunteer Fire Department Grant

State Representative Ron Ferguson (R-Wintersville) is pleased to announce that fire departments across Belmont and Monroe County have been awarded more than $325,000 through the newly created Small County Volunteer Fire Department (SCVFD) Grant Program, established in the state budget championed by House Republicans.

 
 
Rep. Newman Applauds Passage of Senate Bill 9 Through Ohio Hosue

State Representative Johnathan Newman (R-Troy) today announced that the Ohio House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 9, legislation conforming Ohio’s tax code to Federal tax changes following passage of the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act” in July. 

 
 
Legislation to Establish Reporting Requirements for Schools that Receive State-Funded Scholarships
February 27, 2026
Reps. Manning and Odioso Introduce House Bill 715

COLUMBUS—State Representatives Gayle Manning (R-Avon) and Mike Odioso (R-Green Twp.) recently introduced House Bill 715, legislation to establish reporting requirements for chartered, nonpublic schools that receive state scholarships.

 
 
Legislation to Establish Reporting Requirements for Schools that Receive State-Funded Scholarships
February 27, 2026
Reps. Manning and Odioso Introduce House Bill 715

COLUMBUS—State Representatives Gayle Manning (R-Avon) and Mike Odioso (R-Green Twp.) recently introduced House Bill 715, legislation to establish reporting requirements for chartered, nonpublic schools that receive state scholarships.

 
 
Rear Adm. W. Kent Davis (Ret.) presides over Perrysburg ceremony recognizing Ghanbari's military service and continued commitment to Wood County
February 27, 2026
State Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari Promoted to Commander in the United States Navy

COLUMBUS, OH— State Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari (R-Perrysburg) was promoted to the rank of Commander in the United States Navy during a ceremony, Feb. 21, at CedarCreek Church in Perrysburg.

 
 
State Rep. Tom Young Champions House Bill 617

State Representative Tom Young (R-Washington Township) has introduced House Bill 617 – legislation that would exempt net capital gains from state and municipal income taxation in Ohio. 

 
 
State Representative Kevin Ritter Receives Golden Apple Award

State Representative Kevin Ritter (R-Marrietta) is pleased to share that he was recently awarded the Golden Apple Award, presented by the Ohio Parents for Education Freedom (OHPFEF).

 
 
Rep. Mark Hiner Introduces Resolution Aimed at Providing Billions in Property Tax Relief

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. 

 
 
Legislation to encourage students to read the Declaration of Independence
February 26, 2026
Reps. Roemer, Daniels Announce Bill Enrollment of H.C.R 22

State Representatives Bill Roemer (R-Richfield) and Jack Daniels (R-New Franklin) are pleased to announce that the House Concurrent Resolution 22 - legislation to encourage students in grades one through twelve to read the Declaration of Independence in the classroom during the 2025–2026 school year in recognition of its 250th anniversary, is now enrolled.

 
 
Legislation to encourage students to read the Declaration of Independence
February 26, 2026

State Representatives Bill Roemer (R-Richfield) and Jack Daniels (R-New Franklin) are pleased to announce that the House Concurrent Resolution 22 - legislation to encourage students in grades one through twelve to read the Declaration of Independence in the classroom during the 2025–2026 school year in recognition of its 250th anniversary, is now enrolled.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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