I agree with Governor DeWine that Ohio should abolish the death penalty. The evidence shows it does not deter crime, and no justice system is immune from error. We can protect public safety, pursue justice, and hold offenders accountable without the state taking a human life.

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine wants Ohio to abolish the death penalty, saying it is not a deterrent

Gov. Mike DeWine says he believes Ohio should abolish the death penalty. The term-limited governor, who has repeatedly postponed scheduled executions, said Tuesday that data shows the death penalty is...

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Survivors of domestic violence shouldn’t be trapped by a lease. I’ve reintroduced the Ohio Safe Homes Act - now with strong bipartisan support - to help people leave unsafe situations and rebuild their lives. Link in comments ⬇️

I’m grateful every day for the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence and their tireless advocacy on behalf of survivors. I’m honored to receive the Voice for Change Award and committed to continuing our work together to protect and strengthen survivors’ fundamental rights.

No family should fall into financial hardship because someone got sick or injured. Dr. Amy Acton is making medical debt relief for Ohioans a key priority in her affordability plan. That’s the kind of leadership we need right now.

Acton rolls out affordability plan, including targeted tax cut

COLUMBUS — As many as 775,000 Ohio families would receive a tax cut under Dr. Amy Acton’s affordability plan, the Democratic gubernatorial candidate ...

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Great to welcome Secretary Pete Buttigieg to Toledo today to support Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur. Proud to stand with leaders who believe in investing in our communities, from roads and rail to ports and public transit.

Energy prices have been rising at nearly twice the rate of inflation. But Trump and Jon Husted are killing clean energy projects - driving our bills up even higher while killing good-paying jobs. Ohio families deserve better.

To the editor: Protect Ohio consumers against powerful officials

Ohio families are paying more every month to keep the lights on — and some of that pain traces straight back to Columbus’ culture of corruption. Last ...

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Everyone deserves a safe, stable place to call home. These resources will expand affordable housing and help families access the support they need.

Nearly $15M approved for low-income housing assistance

State Representative Michele Grim announced Monday that $14.75 million in funding for the Resident Services Coordinator Program, the Housing Development Assistance Program and the Housing Assistance G...

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More than 110 lawmakers from 27 states came together for a Day of Solidarity with Minnesota communities. States have both the authority and the obligation to protect civil rights, demand accountability, and act together when our constitutional rights and democratic principles are threatened.

Proud to sign petitions last night for: 🖊️ The Ohio Equal Rights Amendment 🖊️ The Ohio Right to Marry Amendment Together, they would guarantee equal protection under the law, protect marriage equality, and prevent politicians from interfering in the lives of Ohio families. ohioequalrights.org

It was great catching up with John Kulewicz in Toledo tonight. Ohio deserves an Attorney General who shows up for everyday people.

Ohio needs leaders who stand up to the powerful instead of tearing down the vulnerable. I’m running for reelection because our families deserve a life they can afford.

Great to see Toledoans out in numbers for #ICEOutForGood! Americans are demanding accountability for ICE’s killing of Renee Nicole Good. When a government responds to a civilian’s death with lies and vile rhetoric, this stops being about one hothead agent and becomes a test for our democracy.

In times like these, showing up matters. We gathered in Ottawa Hills this morning to defend democracy and the rule of law and to protect our neighbors from fear and hate. #AbolishICE

Toledo ranks 4th in the nation for healthcare costs as a share of income. Healthcare costs are rising faster than inflation and wages aren’t keeping up. We cannot accept a status quo where our families are constantly one medical emergency away from financial ruin.

Ohio cities rank among the most medically expensive, analysis finds • Ohio Capital Journal

Amid other rising costs, three Ohio cities rank near the top when it comes to medical expenses as a share of income, a new analysis said.

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Whether they’re called “service fees,” “processing fees,” or “convenience charges,” we've all felt the sticker shock at checkout. Predatory junk fees cost U.S. consumers an estimated $90 billion a year. Our Fee Transparency Act would crack down on deceptive pricing in Ohio.

United Steelworkers members are still fighting for a fair contract at Libbey Glass. Proud to be back on the picket line this morning with these men and women - and pleased to be joined by Dr. Amy Acton. Ohio works when leaders stand with workers.

Our bills protect pets and their families by banning predatory pet store loans and restoring the power of local communities to regulate pet stores and stop puppy sales. 🐾

Two bills introduced to regulate pet stores, pet loans in Ohio

Democratic State Representatives Lauren McNally and Michele Grim introduced two bills to prohibit loans to purchase pets, as well as restore local government authority to regulate the sale of pets.

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Today I introduced two bills with Rep. Lauren McNally aimed at ending harmful practices in pet stores across Ohio:

Proud to stand with United Steelworkers members striking for a fair contract at Libbey Glass. No one who puts in a hard day’s work should have to fight this hard just to be treated fairly.

Great to see pharmacy students from UT in Columbus today and to talk about important healthcare issues facing Ohio!

Medical care saves lives. Wage garnishment ruins them. It’s time to end wage garnishment for medical debt and to stop treating people like criminals because they got sick.

Ohio lawmakers propose bill to protect patients from medical debt collections and wage garnishment

The bill would prohibit medical debt from appearing on credit reports, ban wage garnishment and cap interest at 3%, down from the current 8%.

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Proud to present a commendation to the team at WXUT 88.3 FM honoring 35 years on the air. As a former DJ and host, WXUT helped me find my voice. Here’s to the next generation finding theirs!

Great to see student government leaders from the University of Toledo in Columbus today! Thank you for your advocacy. I’m proud to be a Rocket and to be fighting for UT and for higher education in the legislature.

I was pleased to present an Ohio House commendation honoring UAW Local 14 for 90 years of fighting for fairness and dignity. Toledo’s proud labor legacy lives on through the men and women who build our community every day.

Families shouldn’t be pushed into poverty because they needed healthcare. I’m fighting to end wage garnishment for medical debt because Ohioans deserve stability while they’re healing - not financial ruin.

Thanks to all who went to bat for Toledo kids by speaking in support of this bipartisan effort to create a Mud Hens license plate benefiting the team’s youth programs. The bill passed committee unanimously today. Next stop: the House floor!

The Ohio House just passed HB 148 to allow Ohioans to donate part of their tax refund to the Ohio Pet Fund. It’s a simple way to strengthen spay/ neuter programs and support our shelters and humane societies. 🐾 Proud to sponsor this bipartisan bill with Rep. Sharon Ray. (RIP Max, 2009–2024)

This is an emergency. This is about families being able to put food on the table and about the stability of our communities. We need immediate action to restore SNAP benefits.

Kids shouldn’t be a business model. Too often, child influencers and performers see their work monetized without ever seeing the earnings. That’s why Rep. Lauren McNally and I introduced two bills to change that: the Child Performer Protection Act and the Kid Influencer Protection Act.

HB 148 is a bipartisan bill that gives Ohioans the choice to donate a portion of their state tax refund to the Ohio Pet Fund, helping expand spay and neuter programs at shelters and humane societies across our state. The bill unanimously passed committee today and is one step closer to becoming law.