Republican News

LISBON–State Representatives Monica Robb Blasdel (R-New Waterford) highlighted the important of Domestic Violence Awareness month while speaking at a community event in Lisbon this week.

The Ohio House of Representatives this week passed 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, announced State Representative Roy Klopfenstein (R-Haviland).

State Representative Mike Dovilla (R-Berea) yesterday voted in support of House Concurrent Resolution 23 – legislation recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States Army, Chaplain Corps.

COLUMBUS —State Representative Jeff LaRe (R–Violet Township) today announced that House Bill 316 has passed through the Ohio House of Representatives. The bill honors the life and military service of Master Sergeant Norman Michael Kilbarger by designating a portion of Chillicothe Lancaster Road in Fairfield County as the “MSGT Norman Michael Kilbarger Memorial Highway.”

COLUMBUS, OH –State Representatives Bernie Willis (R-Springfield) and Brian Lampton (R-Beavercreek) today announced that House Bill 434 passed through the Ohio House of Representatives. The bill updates adult limited term driver’s license application requirements, strengthening training for limited-term license applicants while easing restrictions for military-affiliated individuals.

COLUMBUS – State Representatives Monica Robb Blasdel (R-New Waterford) and Bob Peterson (R-Sabrina) today announced that the Ohio House of Representatives passed House Bill 170, legislation to give the state control over carbon capture regulation.

State Representative Mike Dovilla (R-Berea) today voted in support of House Bill 129 and House Bill 309, both of which serve as reasonable, informed responses to the unprecedented surge in residents’ property tax burdens across the state. These bills add to the list of House-championed initiatives aimed at providing property tax relief for Ohioans.

State Representative David Thomas (R-Jefferson) is pleased to share that the Ohio House of Representatives today passed House Bill 129 and House Bill 309, both of which serve as reasonable, informed responses to the unprecedented surge in residents’ property tax burdens across the state. These bills add to the list of House-championed initiatives aimed at providing property tax relief for Ohioans.

COLUMBUS—The Ohio House of Representatives today passed legislation to establish licensing requirements and improve transparency for pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, announced State Representative Kellie Deeter (R-Norwalk).

The Ohio House of Representatives today passed 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, announced State Representative Mike Dovilla (R-Berea).

In January, it’s impossible not to reflect on the prior year.  2016 had so many great occurrences but it was a tough year for many families.  I have learned that it’s the little things that matter in the end.

SPRINGFIELD—State Representative Kyle Koehler (R-Springfield) attended a meeting with Clark County officials and stakeholders regarding the cleanup of the Tremont City Barrel Fill.

State Representative Christina Hagan (R-Alliance) volunteered at a MLK Day of Service event Monday, hosted by the Regula Center at the University of Mount Union.

Speaker of the Ohio House Clifford A. Rosenberger (R-Clarksville) today announced the new House standing committee structure, along with committee chairs and vice chairs, for the 132nd General Assembly. 

State Representative Tom Patton (R-Strongsville) today applauded Governor Kasich’s signing of Senate Bill 27, legislation that creates presumptive eligibility for workers’ compensation for firefighters diagnosed with cancer. Rep. Patton sponsored the legislation during the 131^st General Assembly as a member of the Ohio Senate.

On Wednesday, Governor John Kasich signed into law two bills sponsored by State Representative Bob Cupp (R-Lima). HB 432 updates probate laws and provides procedures for access to social media accounts and other digital assets of the deceased. HB 436 fixes an inconsistency in state law regarding OVI license suspension and offender vehicle mobilization.

During this week’s Ohio House session, Speaker of the Ohio House Clifford A. Rosenberger (R-Clarksville) was sworn in to his final term in the Ohio House of Representatives. Rosenberger represents the 91st District, which includes all of Clinton, Highland and Pike counties and parts of Ross County.

COLUMBUS—State Representative Rob McColley (R-Napoleon) today was sworn in as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives and as the Assistant Majority Whip for the 132^nd General Assembly. He represents the 81^st Ohio House District, which includes Putnam, Henry and Williams counties, as well as part of Fulton County.

Last week, the Ohio House of Representatives sent legislation to Governor Kasich that gives terminally ill patients, with the recommendation of their treating physician, the opportunity to access drugs that are still in the trial period with the United States Food and Drug Administration.

COLUMBUS—State Representative Robert McColley (R-Napoleon) today announced the passage of Senate Bill 3, a bill that deals with various education issues and includes a provision that he has been pushing for his entire first term.