Category: Ohio

AG Yost Warns Debt Collectors: Stimulus Checks Protected by Ohio Law

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost today alerted creditors and financial institutions that COVID-19 stimulus checks are protected under existing Ohio law from bill...

What is Human Trafficking? (VIDEO)

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) — The following statement can be attributed to Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost regarding The Ohio State University's contribution to the attorney...

Rep. Weinstein applauds expansion of unemployment coverage in CARES Act

Calls for long-term solution to permanently allow unemployment benefits for independent contractors COLUMBUS — State Rep. Casey Weinstein (D-Hudson) issued the following statement in response to the...

Rep. Weinstein, House Democrats pass sweeping legislation to address COVID-19 crisis

Omnibus bill would protect the health and financial security of everyday Ohioans and their families COLUMBUS— State lawmakers returned to the Statehouse today to address...

Rep. Weinstein, House Dems outline priorities as Assembly returns to consider emergency legislation amid coronavirus outbreak

Says bills will help Ohio families, businesses impacted by public health, economic crises  COLUMBUS—State Rep. Casey Weinstein (D-Hudson) today joined Democratic colleagues to outline several key priorities as...

Rep. Weinstein announces military spouses’ legislation signed into law

Says legislation will help military families live better lives on-base COLUMBUS – State Representative Casey Weinstein (D-Hudson) today announced that his bipartisan bill with State...

Rep. Casey Weinstein Holds Ohio Promise Town Hall

Statewide town hall tour focuses on Dem efforts to invest in working people and families HUDSON, Ohio— State Rep. Casey Weinstein (D-Hudson) held a community town hall...

Rep. Weinstein to Hold Summer Town Hall Meetings

Lawmaker will host two public community meetings in August COLUMBUS—State Rep. Casey Weinstein (D-Hudson) will host two public town hall meetings during the month of...

Rep. Weinstein: Budget compromise a step in the right direction to restore Ohio promise of better lives, brighter futures

COLUMBUS— Ohio state Rep. Casey Weinstein (D-Hudson) today issued a statement in support of the finalized version of the state budget, House Bill (HB) 166. Today’s vote follows...

Rep. Weinstein’s bipartisan bill to empower military families in Ohio passes House

Legislation would facilitate job growth and keep families together COLUMBUS— State Rep. Casey Weinstein (D-Hudson) today announced the unanimous passage of House Bill (HB) 133,...

Invest in Ohio manufacturing through students

By Congressman Dave Joyce Throughout my time serving as the representative for Ohio's 14th Congressional District, I've had the privilege of attending all sorts of...

Reps. Russo, Weinstein unveil “Madeline’s Law” supporting early intervention for hearing impaired

HB 243 would require health insurance coverage of hearing aids for children COLUMBUS— State Reps. Allison Russo (D-Upper Arlington) and Casey Weinstein (D-Hudson) recently introduced...

ODOT Plans Pedestrian Beacon at Bike and Hike Trail Crossing on State Route 82

Trail users who cross State Route 82 in Sagamore Hills could soon have a new signal to help them get across. The Ohio Department...

Summit County moves building permits to new online portal

Summit County is switching to a new online system for building permits and inspections. The county's Division of Building Standards will begin using the...

Shapiro Details Public Safety, Economic Investments in County Address

Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro delivered her eighth State of the County address this week. She emphasized public safety, economic development and social services...

Ohio Literacy Scores Reach Highest Level in Five Years

Ohio students posted their strongest reading scores in five years, according to the 2026 Ohio School Report Cards released this week. Statewide English language...

Ohio Attorney General Launches Statewide Kindness Challenge

Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson introduced a new statewide effort this week called the Heart of Kindness initiative. The program asks residents and police...