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Ohio representative introduces bill for athlete protection under NIL contracts

State Representative Brian Stewart of Ashville has put forward a legislative proposal aimed at safeguarding student-athletes entering into name, image, and likeness (NIL) contracts.

By Central Ohio Today | Nov 7, 2024

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Richardson announces availability of fall newsletter

State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville) has announced that her fall newsletter is now available.

By Central Ohio Today | Oct 25, 2024

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Ohioans invited to contribute to state rail plan update through online survey

By Central Ohio Today | Oct 24, 2024

State Representative Tracy Richardson has encouraged Ohio residents to participate in the update of the State of Ohio Rail Plan.

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Ohio launches statewide human trafficking hotline

By Central Ohio Today | Oct 2, 2024

State Representative Tracy Richardson has announced the launch of Ohio's first statewide human trafficking hotline. The hotline, accessible at 844-END-OHHT (844-363-6448), is designed to facilitate the reporting of suspected sex and labor trafficking cases directly to law enforcement. It aims to connect callers with professionals experienced in handling such cases.

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Willis calls for federal aid amid Haitian migrant influx in Springfield

By Central Ohio Today | Sep 20, 2024

State Representative Bernie Willis (R-Springfield) has released a statement addressing the recent influx of Haitian migrants to Springfield.

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Libs of TikTok: 'The media has been telling us this is all a lie' on reports of immigrants stealing geese in Springfield

By Central Ohio Today | Sep 12, 2024

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost said the media is favoring a City Hall press release over eyewitness accounts of migrants capturing geese for food in Springfield.

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Richardson to hold in-district office hours in September

By Central Ohio Today | Sep 6, 2024

State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville) will be holding office hours in the 86th Ohio House District.

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Richardson announces federal loan program for drought-impacted farmers

By Central Ohio Today | Sep 6, 2024

State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville) has announced that farmers and small businesses in Union County affected by the United States Agriculture Department's declaration of a natural disaster due to ongoing drought conditions can now apply for federal emergency loans.

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Willis announces federal loan program for farmers impacted by USDA-declared drought

By Central Ohio Today | Sep 5, 2024

COLUMBUS – State Representative Bernie Willis (R-Springfield) announced that Clark County farmers and small businesses affected by the United States Agriculture Department’s declaration of a natural disaster due to the state’s ongoing drought can apply for federal emergency loans.

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Richardson discusses budget with Leadership Ohio Class of 2024

By Central Ohio Today | Aug 16, 2024

State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville) addressed the Leadership Ohio Class of 2024 on Friday, discussing the state’s biennium operating budget and organizational funding.

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Richardson celebrates opening of Marion Vibrant Community project

By Central Ohio Today | Aug 15, 2024

State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville) celebrated the opening of the Marion Vibrant Community project with Governor Mike DeWine and representatives from JobsOhio on Thursday.

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Richardson announces availability of summer newsletter

By Central Ohio Today | Aug 1, 2024

State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville) has announced the release of her Summer newsletter.

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Ohio passes legislation to simplify legal system

By Central Ohio Today | Jul 26, 2024

House Bill 179, legislation aimed at simplifying Ohio’s legal system by clarifying against which parties and within what time frame certain lawsuits must be filed, was unanimously passed by the Ohio House and Senate and signed into law. The bill's sponsors, State Representatives Adam Mathews (R-Lebanon) and Brian Stewart (R-Ashville), announced its enactment.

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Ohio House passes bill aiding human trafficking victims with criminal record expungement

By Central Ohio Today | Jun 28, 2024

The Ohio House, with the support of State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville), passed legislation on Wednesday aimed at expunging certain non-violent crimes for victims of human trafficking.

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Ohio House passes two-year construction budget with major community investments

By Central Ohio Today | Jun 27, 2024

COLUMBUS—The Ohio House of Representatives passed Substitute House Bill 2 on Wednesday, marking the approval of the state’s two-year construction budget for capital projects. This includes the Strategic Community Investment Fund. State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville) announced that the Capital Budget will make historic investments in local community projects.

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Ohio House passes capital budget with major funding for technology center

By Central Ohio Today | Jun 26, 2024

The Ohio House of Representatives passed Substitute House Bill 2, the state’s two-year construction budget for capital projects throughout Ohio. State Representative Brian Stewart (R-Ashville) announced that the Capital Budget will make significant investments in local community projects.

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Ohio House passes Substitute House Bill 2 with major funding for local projects

By Central Ohio Today | Jun 26, 2024

The Ohio House of Representatives passed Substitute House Bill 2 today, the state’s two-year construction budget for capital projects throughout Ohio. State Representative Brian Stewart (R-Ashville) announced that the Capital Budget will make significant investments in local community projects.

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Ohio House passes bill securing $2.95M for Pickaway County projects

By Central Ohio Today | Jun 26, 2024

The Ohio House of Representatives passed Substitute House Bill 2 today, marking the approval of the state’s two-year construction budget for capital projects. The bill, announced by State Rep. Brian Stewart (R-Ashville), will fund various local community projects in Pickaway County and the surrounding region.

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Ohio House passes bill banning foreign funding in state elections

By Central Ohio Today | May 31, 2024

State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville) has voted in favor of legislation aimed at preventing foreign nationals from funding Ohio’s ballot issues, thereby preserving the integrity of state elections.

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Richardson announces extended office hours for constituents in Ohio's 86th District

By Central Ohio Today | May 28, 2024

State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville) will be holding office hours in the 86th Ohio House District.