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Ohio Republicans Pass Bill to Curb Foreign Campaign Money

TLNA — Fri, 31 May 2024 00:48:20 +0000

In a recent development in Ohio politics, Republicans have made strides toward implementing measures to regulate the flow of foreign money into campaigns for statewide ballot issues. The revised bill, which garnered approval along party lines by a House committee, marks a significant step in what Republicans assert is a necessary crackdown on external financial […]

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Ohio Senate Proposes Marijuana Law Reforms: Key Details

TLNA — Fri, 31 May 2024 00:30:50 +0000

Columbus, Ohio (WSYX) – May 30, 2024 — The Ohio Senate has introduced Senate Bill 278, aiming to make modifications to regulations concerning marijuana home cultivation and adult-use cannabis in Ohio. The proposed legislation comes after the approval of a recreational marijuana law by Ohio voters in November, prompting discussions and adjustments to the existing […]

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Ohio Lawmakers Introduce Bills Addressing Child Care Crisis

TLNA — Fri, 17 May 2024 21:58:25 +0000

Ohio lawmakers from both parties have unveiled six bills aimed at tackling the state’s child care crisis. These measures, introduced in Columbus, Ohio, encompass various strategies to alleviate the challenges faced by families and child care providers. Bipartisan Effort to Tackle Child Care Crisis The proposed bills cover a spectrum of initiatives, ranging from expanding […]

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Ohio Governor Proposes Stricter Seat Belt Law

TLNA — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 05:56:53 +0000

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is advocating for a new seat belt law in the state, aiming to make not wearing a seat belt a primary offense rather than a secondary one. Push for Stricter Legislation During his recent State of the State Address on April 10, Governor DeWine introduced the proposal for a primary seat […]

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ACLU Files Lawsuit Against Ohio Over House Bill 68

TLNA — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 23:03:45 +0000

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has taken legal action against the state of Ohio, challenging the implementation of House Bill 68, which prohibits gender-affirming care for minors. This move has sparked a contentious legal battle over the rights of transgender youth in the state. Lawsuit Details The ACLU filed the lawsuit […]

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