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Ohio Governor Seeks Statewide Vote on Bonds for H2Ohio Water Program

DeWine wants to ensure ongoing funding for the water quality initiative, but top GOP lawmaker casts doubt on Statehouse support.

Ohio bill aims to target prostitution profiteers

Proposed law would create new felony offense for knowingly receiving money from prostitution, raising concerns about unintended consequences.

Ohio Cannabis Law Fight: Retailers, Consumers Challenge Senate Bill 56

Advocates argue new law rewrites voter-approved marijuana legalization

Senators Introduce Bipartisan SCAM Act to Crack Down on Deceptive Online Ads

The proposed legislation aims to hold social media platforms accountable for fraudulent advertisements.

Ohio Lawmakers Propose Crossing Guard Protection Act

Proposed bill would increase penalties for drivers who fail to yield to crossing guards

Ohio Lawmakers Push for Tougher Penalties After Crossing Guard Hit

Proposed bill would establish misdemeanor charges for drivers who fail to comply with crossing guards

Ohio Lawmakers Oppose Fracking in State Parks

Reps. Cockley and Rader fight to protect Egypt Valley Wildlife Area from oil and gas development

Ohio Petition Approved to Repeal Cannabis Law

Ohioans For Cannabis Choice gathers signatures to put Senate Bill 56 on hold until November election.

Ohio Republicans Propose New Energy Legislation

Bill aims to define 'affordable, reliable, and clean' energy, potentially excluding wind and solar projects

Ohio Lawmakers Accused of Sabotaging Public Schools, Hurting State's Economy

Letter writer says anti-public education agenda in Columbus is draining resources from classrooms and weakening workforce development.

Ohio Property Tax Woes Persist Despite Overhaul

Lawmakers passed major reforms, but homeowners still struggle and a constitutional amendment looms.

Ohio Lawmakers Push for Stricter Rules on Abortion Pills

New legislation would require patients to sign forms warning of rare risks associated with medication abortion.

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