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Ohio Power Siting Board denies Richwood Solar project amid local opposition

State Representative Tracy Richardson has expressed support for the residents of northern Union County following the Ohio Power Siting Board's (OPSB) decision to deny the Richwood Solar project.

By Central Ohio Today | Jan 16, 2025

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Richardson named chair of Ohio veteran committee by Speaker Huffman

State Representative Tracy Richardson of Marysville has been appointed as Chair of the House Veteran and Military Development Committee by Ohio House Speaker Matt Huffman from Lima.

By Central Ohio Today | Jan 15, 2025

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Ohio's Bernie Willis appointed chair of House Transportation Committee

By Central Ohio Today | Jan 15, 2025

State Representative Bernie Willis has been named Chair of the House Transportation Committee for Ohio's 136th General Assembly.

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Ohio House appoints new chairman for finance committee

By Central Ohio Today | Jan 14, 2025

Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives, Matt Huffman, has appointed State Representative Brian Stewart as Chairman of the House Finance Committee for the 136th General Assembly.

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Ohio highlights human trafficking awareness amid legislative efforts

By Central Ohio Today | Jan 10, 2025

Human trafficking remains a pressing issue in Ohio, prompting legislative efforts to raise awareness and combat the crime.

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Ohio Governor signs bill to enhance county government efficiency

By Central Ohio Today | Jan 8, 2025

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

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Ohio establishes state UAV laws with House Bill 77

By Central Ohio Today | Jan 8, 2025

Ohio is set to implement local laws for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) following the signing of legislation by the Governor.

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Ohio House advances resolution supporting voter eligibility verification

By Central Ohio Today | Dec 19, 2024

State Representative Tracy Richardson's resolution, urging Congress to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, successfully moved through the Ohio House on Wednesday.

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Richardson proposes transparency act for schools' Pledge policies

By Central Ohio Today | Dec 3, 2024

State Representative Tracy Richardson has introduced a new piece of legislation to the House Primary and Secondary Committee.

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Resolution on SAVE Act moves forward in Ohio House

By Central Ohio Today | Nov 20, 2024

State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville) presented a resolution to the House Government Oversight Committee urging Congress to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act.

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Ohio representative introduces bill for athlete protection under NIL contracts

By Central Ohio Today | Nov 7, 2024

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.

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Richardson announces availability of fall newsletter

By Central Ohio Today | Oct 25, 2024

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

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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.