Republican News

COLUMBUS—State Representative Jean Schmidt (R-Loveland) recently introduced three pieces of legislation that increase public safety, defend the sanctity of life, and combat human trafficking.

State Representatives Mike Odioso (R-Green Township) and Mark Sigrist (D-Grove City) today held a press conference to highlight recently introduced legislation aimed at strengthening pedestrian protections, clarifying driver responsibilities, and reinforcing penalties for serious vehicular offenses. 

COLUMBUS –State Representative Melanie Miller (R-Ashland) is pleased to announce that fire departments across Ashland County have been awarded more than $81,000 through the newly created Small County Volunteer Fire Department (SCVFD) Grant Program, established in the state budget championed by House Republicans.

(Columbus, Ohio) – Majority Whip Nick Santucci (R-Niles) today announced the formation of the new Ohio Italian Caucus, a group of government and elected officials dedicated to strengthening economic, cultural, and trade relationships between the State of Ohio and the Italian Republic. The caucus will be open to government and elected officials committed to strengthening Ohio-Italy partnerships that support jobs, business growth, and international exchange.

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) is pleased to share that the Ohio Controlling Board today approved the release of capital funds for $200,000 to support facility improvements at the Multi-County Correctional Center.

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – State Representatives Bill Roemer (R-Richfield) and Matthew Kishman (R-Minerva) are pleased to announce that they recently introduced legislation that works to address the growing issue of deed and title fraud in Ohio

COLUMBUS—State Representative Gayle Manning (R-Avon) is pleased to announce that seven elementary schools located in Lorain County were recently recognized by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce as 2026 Science of Reading Champions. 

State Representative Melanie Miller (R-Ashland) this week provided sponsor testimony on House Bill 732, legislation creating the “Ohio, The Heart of It All Pass” Program, before the House Arts, Athletics, and Tourism Committee. The committee also heard proponent testimony on the legislation this week.

State Representative Gary Click (R-Vickery) provided sponsor testimony for three pieces of legislation this week – House Bills 162, 486, and 613.

COLUMBUS—State Representative Justin Pizzulli (R-Scioto County) is pleased to announce that four elementary schools located in Adams and Scioto Counties were recently recognized by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce as 2026 Science of Reading Champions.