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U.S. Senator JD Vance: 'If universities want to receive federal funding, they have to abide by federal immigration law'

U.S. Senator J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) and U.S. Representative Jim Banks (R-Ind.) have introduced a bill that would link a university's federal funding to its compliance with federal immigration law. The proposed legislation, named the "College Employment Accountability Act," is designed to prevent public universities from employing illegal immigrants.

By Buckeye Reporter | Mar 22, 2024

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La Rose: 'Bernie has my full support and endorsement'

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose said Republican candidate Bernie Moreno has his "full support" against Democrat U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown. Moreno, who is endorsed by former President Donald Trump, won the Republican primary for the U.S. Senator race in Ohio on March 19.

By Buckeye Reporter | Mar 22, 2024

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Ohio Power Siting Board to consider $1 billion solar farm in Madison County

By Buckeye Reporter | Mar 20, 2024

A solar farm with a projected cost of $1 billion is set to be approved by the Ohio Power Siting Board on Thursday. The proposed site for the Oak Run Solar Project is approximately 25 miles west of Columbus, on land partially owned by Bill Gates. With an installed capacity of 800 megawatts, it would rank among the largest solar farms in the United States.

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Ohio State AG Dave Yost: ‘The Ohio Attorney General’s Office is actively engaged in investigations of human trafficking and drug trafficking’

By Buckeye Reporter | Mar 11, 2024

Ohio State Attorney General Dave Yost has announced that his office is currently investigating instances of human and drug trafficking throughout the state. Yost has consistently expressed his commitment to dismantling all organizations involved in trafficking, irrespective of whether they are local or out-of-state groups.

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Gun rights advocate cites LaRose’s commitment to Second Amendment: ‘It made it very easy for me to support Frank’

By Buckeye Reporter reports | Feb 26, 2024

Linda Walker, a prominent figure within gun rights advocacy circles, is supporting Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose's bid for U.S. Senate, highlighting his longtime support for Second Amendment rights.

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“There's no scenario in which I would support Trump;” GOP US Senate hopeful Moreno was against Trump, before he was for him

By Buckeye Reporter News Service | Feb 16, 2024

After Hillary Clinton called supporters of Donald Trump a “basket of deplorables,” Ohio GOP U.S. Senate candidate Bernie Moreno piled on.

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Ohio Consumers’ Counsel's agency director testifies against House Bill 197

By Buckeye Reporter | Feb 9, 2024

In a recent hearing before the Ohio House Public Utilities committee, Maureen Willis, a member of the Ohio Consumers' Counsel, expressed concerns about HB 197, otherwise known as the community solar bill. According to Willis, who also serves as the agency director for the counsel, the potential benefits of this bill are overshadowed by its negative impacts on utility consumers.

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“What gun do you need to have a hundred bullets in it?” With moderate gun control stance, Moreno makes case for electability.

By Buckeye Reporter reports | Feb 8, 2024

GOP U.S. Senate hopeful Bernie Moreno didn’t receive the endorsement of Ohio’s largest pro-gun owner rights group. He likely preferred it that way.

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AEP Ohio opposes the state's solar expansion bill, HB 197

By Buckeye Reporter | Feb 7, 2024

Jon Williams, who serves as the managing director of customer experience and distribution technology for AEP Ohio, recently testified against the community solar bill at a hearing of the Ohio House of Representatives' Public Utilities Committee. The proposed legislation, known as HB 197, aims to establish a system of subsidies to bolster the growth of uneconomic small-scale solar facilities within the state.

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U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown of Ohio wants the Biden administration to increase tariffs on Chinese solar imports

By Buckeye Reporter | Feb 2, 2024

U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) is urging the Biden Administration to escalate tariffs on solar imports from China. This appeal stems from his apprehension about the potential effects of Chinese solar imports on solar manufacturing jobs in Ohio.

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Ohio Sec. of State on Trump's removal from ballots: 'What Maine and Colorado attempted to do is unconstitutional - period.'

By Buckeye Reporter | Jan 26, 2024

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose joined ten other Secretaries of State from across the country in filing an Amicus Curiae to support former President Donald Trump in his 2024 election run.

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Analysis: On non-profit board, GOP Senate hopeful Moreno approved $2.1 million in grants to Planned Parenthood, pro-abortion expansion groups

By Buckeye Reporter News Service | Jan 25, 2024

During his six years as a Cleveland Foundation board member, however, Bernie Moreno approved millions in cash grants to Ohio’s largest abortion providers and to political organizations seeking to block any limits on abortion in the state.

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Governor DeWine: 'I am disappointed in this injunction and hope it will be lifted"

By Buckeye Reporter | Jan 10, 2024

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has expressed his disappointment following a federal judge's temporary blockage of the Social Media Parental Notification Act. In a press release, DeWine emphasized the law's importance in enabling parents to be actively involved in their children's online experiences.

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Ohio Governor DeWine nominates LeeAnne Cornyn as Director of Ohio's Mental Health and Addiction Services

By Buckeye Reporter | Dec 6, 2023

In a bid to fortify Ohio's commitment to mental health and addiction services, Governor DeWine has formally nominated LeeAnne Cornyn, his deputy chief of staff, for the position of director at the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. DeWine commends her comprehensive experience and unwavering dedication to initiatives that support children's behavioral health and vulnerable populations.

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Ohio establishes Silicon Heartland Supplier Consortium in partnership with Intel, JobsOhio, and Ohio Grants Alliance

By Buckeye Reporter | Nov 26, 2023

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted have announced the formation of the Silicon Heartland Supplier Consortium, a collaborative effort with Intel, JobsOhio, and the Ohio Grants Alliance. This consortium aims to strengthen Ohio's position in the semiconductor industry, positioning the state to become one of two new semiconductor clusters in the United States and compete for federal grant funding. The consortium marks an important step in Ohio's commitment to playing a significant role in reshaping America's tech landscape.

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Opposition to solar development results in new trustee in Tate Township

By Buckeye Reporter | Nov 9, 2023

Rusty Durbin, a local farmer concerned about the development of solar farms in Clermont County, was elected as a trustee in Tate Township on Tuesday. Election returns from the Clermont County Board of Elections show that Durbin beat incumbent Bobby Reddin with 54 percent of the vote.

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New Scorecard Analyzes Ohio Lawmakers' Voting Records on Government Limitations

By Buckeye Reporter | Nov 2, 2023

The Institute for Legislative Affairs (ILA) has released a comprehensive scorecard evaluating Ohio legislators and Governor Mike DeWine. This system, touted as the first of its kind, assesses the Executive Branch based on bill signage and veto actions.

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Ohio Supreme Court approves two solar farms in Preble County

By Buckeye Reporter | Nov 1, 2023

The Supreme Court of Ohio recently agreed that two solar farms in Preble County can move forward with construction. The decision affirmed an earlier decision by the Ohio Power Siting Board

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Steubenville resident: Issue 1 'protects abusers, eviscerates parental rights, eliminates laws that protect women'

By Buckeye Reporter | Oct 17, 2023

Laura Doroski, a resident of Steubenville, Ohio, has raised concerns about a proposed constitutional amendment in the state. The amendment, known as Issue 1, aims to protect the right to make reproductive decisions, including abortion. However, Doroski believes that the broad language of the amendment could have negative consequences.

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State Rep Troy 'I think it’s fitting that we formally declare November 19th as James A. Garfield Day in Ohio'

By Buckeye Reporter | Oct 1, 2023

On Sep. 28th, House Bill 61, proposing the designation of November 19th as "James A. Garfield Day" in Ohio, has received unanimous support from the Ohio Senate with a 31-0 vote. Sponsored by State Reps. Callender and Troy, the bill aims to recognize James A. Garfield, a distinguished Ohioan who served as President, an educator, public servant, and legislator. The bill is now awaiting the Governor's signature and would formalize the commemoration of James A. Garfield's contributions to Ohio and the nation.