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Ohio governor signs bill designating memorial bridge and viaduct

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed House Bill 81, which includes legislation to designate a memorial bridge and viaduct in Montpelier.

By NW Ohio Times | Jan 15, 2025

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Ohio enacts law for virtual public meetings

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed House Bill 257 into law, allowing certain public bodies to conduct meetings virtually.

By NW Ohio Times | Jan 14, 2025

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Ohio governor signs House Bill 496 revising property tax laws

By NW Ohio Times | Jan 14, 2025

State Representative Jim Hoops has announced the signing of House Bill 496 into law.

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Occupational licensure reform bill signed into law in Ohio

By NW Ohio Times | Jan 8, 2025

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed Substitute House Bill 238 into law, as announced by bill sponsors State Representatives Sarah Fowler Arthur and Roy Klopfenstein.

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Ohio enacts law promoting conservation through streamlined seed-sharing

By NW Ohio Times | Jan 8, 2025

Governor Mike DeWine has signed House Bill 364 into law, a measure aimed at enhancing conservation efforts and simplifying seed-sharing practices throughout Ohio.

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Ohio enacts House Bill 497 for efficient county governance

By NW Ohio Times | Jan 8, 2025

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has enacted House Bill 497, a legislative measure aimed at enhancing the efficiency of county government operations.

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Theresa Gavarone begins second term as majority floor leader

By NW Ohio Times | Jan 6, 2025

State Senator Theresa Gavarone of Bowling Green has officially commenced her second full term in the Ohio Senate.

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Klopfenstein announces $350,000 funding for Putnam and Paulding county projects

By NW Ohio Times | Jan 6, 2025

State Representative Roy Klopfenstein has announced that more than $350,000 will be allocated to projects in Putnam and Paulding Counties.

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Ohio House approves bill on filling county engineer vacancies

By NW Ohio Times | Dec 5, 2024

The Ohio House of Representatives has approved House Bill 430, aimed at modifying the procedures for filling county engineer vacancies.

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Federal funds boost community development projects in northwest Ohio

By NW Ohio Times | Dec 2, 2024

State Senator Theresa Gavarone has announced federal funding for community development projects in northwest Ohio.

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Senator Gavarone proposes bill for increased penalties on illegal passing of school buses

By NW Ohio Times | Nov 14, 2024

State Senator Theresa Gavarone has introduced a new piece of legislation aimed at enhancing the safety of children traveling to and from school.

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Ohio senators propose new bill for stricter election regulations

By NW Ohio Times | Nov 8, 2024

State Senators Theresa Gavarone and Andrew Brenner have introduced Senate Bill 324 in Columbus, aiming to enhance the security of Ohio's elections.

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New naloxone training launched for non-traditional first responders in Wood County

By NW Ohio Times | Nov 1, 2024

State Representative Haraz N. Ghanbari, in collaboration with the Wood County Health Department and local first responders, has announced a new training initiative aimed at teaching tow truck drivers and other non-traditional first responders how...

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Ohio legislators introduce bill regulating labeling of imitation meat and egg products

By NW Ohio Times | Sep 12, 2024

House Bill 661, aimed at regulating imitation meat and egg products, has been introduced by State Representative Roy Klopfenstein (R-Haviland) and State Representative Jack Daniels (R-New Franklin).

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Ohio House passes legislation targeting organized retail crime

By NW Ohio Times | Jul 2, 2024

The Ohio House of Representatives passed House Bill 366, also known as the Fight Organized Retail Crime & Empower Law Enforcement (FORCE) Act, during their final scheduled session before the district work period. The bill, introduced by State Representative Haraz N. Ghanbari (R-Perrysburg), received strong bipartisan support.

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Ohio Senate passes bill to protect election officials' personal information

By NW Ohio Times | Jun 28, 2024

The Ohio Senate has passed Senate Bill 173, a bipartisan initiative sponsored by State Senators Theresa Gavarone (R-Bowling Green) and Bill DeMora (D-Columbus). The bill aims to protect Ohio's election officials by ensuring their residential and family information is not disclosed in public records.

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Ohio Senate passes bill creating new mental health assistant role

By NW Ohio Times | Jun 27, 2024

The Ohio Senate has passed Senate Bill 60, legislation sponsored by State Senator Theresa Gavarone (R-Bowling Green), aimed at addressing the mental health crisis in the state. The bill proposes the creation of a new licensed healthcare professional category known as Certified Mental Health Assistants (CMHAs). These professionals will address workforce shortages in the mental health care field, with specific education and clinical requirements, practicing under physician supervision to support patients.

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Ohio House passes bill securing historic funding for local projects

By NW Ohio Times | Jun 26, 2024

The Ohio House of Representatives passed Substitute House Bill 2 today, approving the state’s two-year construction budget for capital projects across Ohio. This Capital Budget will make historic investments in local community projects, announced State Representative Roy Klopfenstein (R-Haviland).

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Ohio House passes bill with major funds allocated to community projects

By NW Ohio Times | Jun 26, 2024

The Ohio House of Representatives passed Substitute House Bill 2 on Wednesday afternoon, establishing the state’s two-year construction budget for capital projects. State Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari (R-Perrysburg) highlighted that the budget includes significant investments in local community projects.

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Klopfenstein announces funding for county fair improvements

By NW Ohio Times | Jun 17, 2024

State Representative Roy Klopfenstein (R-Haviland) has announced that the Defiance, Paulding, Putnam, and Van Wert County fairs will receive funding through the Ohio County and Independent Fairs Grant Program.