State Rep. Roy Klopfenstein
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Recent News About State Rep. Roy Klopfenstein
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LaRe & Wilkin Introduce Bill to Protect Law Enforcement Officers
State Representatives Jeff LaRe and Shane Wilkin have introduced legislation in Ohio to expand the definition of obstruction of justice. The proposed bill aims to add specific language to the existing law, making it a punishable offense for individuals to interfere with the duties of a law enforcement officer after a lawful order is given.The amendment to ORC 2921.32 would include "failure to follow a lawful order from a law enforcement officer or diverting their attention" as acts constituting obstruction of justice. This legislative move comes in response to the events...
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Koehler's Bill to Improve E-Schools Signed into Law
Governor DeWine has signed House Bill 409 into law, a move that will bring about improvements to Ohio's e-schools. The bill, sponsored by State Representative Kyle Koehler, aims to address the issue of accountability in online education.Representative Koehler expressed his appreciation for Governor DeWine's efforts in signing the bill, stating, "This legislation is straight-forward and will hold students and online schools accountable for their contribution to Ohio's educational system through excellent attendance and participation."One of the key provisions of House...
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Cupp Applauds $250K in Grants for Seven Companies in Allen County
Ohio House Speaker Bob Cupp (R-Lima) has expressed his appreciation for the allocation of $250,000 in JobsOhio grant funding for seven companies in Allen County. The grants aim to support service and manufacturing development projects in the area.The recipients of the JobsOhio Inclusion Grant (JOIG) program have been selected based on their eligibility for financial assistance in distressed communities or for businesses owned by underrepresented populations across Ohio. Cupp acknowledged the positive impact of the grant program on Allen County, stating, "It is an...
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Koehler's Fresh Start Act Signed into Law
State Representative Kyle Koehler (R-Springfield) announced that Governor DeWine has signed House Bill 263, known as the Fresh Start Act, into law. This new legislation aims to address the issues with Ohio's licensing boards and provide individuals with non-violent, non-sexual criminal histories with a fresh start in obtaining occupational licenses.The Fresh Start Act is a combination of occupational licensing and criminal justice reform. Its main objective is to remove barriers that prevent individuals with criminal records from obtaining occupational licenses....