Columbus, OH - The Buckeye Institute, in collaboration with the Manhattan Institute, has taken a stand against the delegation of legislative powers to agencies, particularly the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).In the case of Allstates Refractory Contractors v. Su, The Buckeye Institute filed an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene and ensure that Congress provides clear direction to OSHA on regulating workplace safety. David C. Tryon, director of litigation at The Buckeye Institute, emphasized the shortcomings of the current system,...
State Rep. Willis Blackshear Jr. (D-Dayton) recently introduced a bill in Ohio that, despite initial appearances, would effectively ban nearly all semi-automatic firearms in the state. The bill, known as House Bill 433, aims to prohibit carrying what it terms as "mass casualty weapons," defined as semi-automatic firearms capable of firing more than thirty-one cartridges without reloading.In a press release from Rep. Blackshear's office, the bill's objective is clearly stated as a ban on these types of firearms. The bill language explicitly states, "No person shall...
The Montgomery County Board of County Commissioners has approved tax abatements for a new 250-acre solar farm to be situated just west of Dayton. Instead of paying the full share of property taxes, the solar farm will be permitted to make reduced payments in lieu of taxes.
The Buckeye Institute Challenges NLRB's Influence on CourtsColumbus, OH – On Wednesday, The Buckeye Institute raised concerns about the influence of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) on court decisions, specifically in the case of Starbucks v. McKinney. The institute filed an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to consider a more balanced approach when granting preliminary injunctions."When the National Labor Relations Board sues a private company, the government should not get special treatment on its request for a preliminary injunction," emphasized...
“We ought to view the money Europe hasn’t spent on defence for what it really is: an implied tax on the American people to allow for the security of Europe …
Columbus, OH – The Buckeye Institute released a new policy brief on Wednesday, grading Ohio's state agencies on their efforts to cut regulations. According to Greg R. Lawson, a research fellow at The Buckeye Institute, Ohio’s state agencies earned a solid B grade in cutting regulations due to legislative oversight and vigilance. Lawson highlighted the importance of utilizing artificial intelligence to improve Ohio's grade and further reduce regulatory redundancies.In the paper, Lawson urged lawmakers to hold state agencies accountable for maintaining regulatory burdens...
Ryanna Tietje of The Ohio State University’s Collegiate Farm Bureau emerged victorious in the Ohio Farm Bureau’s 2024 Collegiate Discussion Meet competition. The results were revealed during the YAP Winter Leadership Experience on Jan. 27.The Collegiate Discussion Meet is a platform that assesses participants’ knowledge of various subjects, problem-solving skills, and communication abilities in the realm of current agricultural issues.Tietje's impressive performance and expertise in the competition secured her the coveted title, as stated by the announcement that...
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) Director Ursel J. McElroy today announced the launch of the Ohio Nursing Home Quality Navigator – a new online tool providing users detailed information about nursing homes across the state in one convenient digital location.
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.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine joined Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz to plant the first seeds in Ohio's new Buckeye State Tree Nursery.
“I think there’s a fundamental issue here that Europe really has to wake up to … You don’t win wars with GDP or euros or dollars. You win wars with weapons, and the West doesn’t make enough weapons.”
State Attorney General Dave Yost (R-Ohio) sent a letter to U.S. Congressional leadership this week saying Congress should “act to ensure fulsome regulation of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).
The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 3,014 home loans totaling $808.9 million in Ohio during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2023, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced more than $4.6 million in funding to help victim service agencies meet the needs of human trafficking survivors.
Mr. Vance wants the government to be proactive about the health risks. He envisions a program in which epidemiologists, toxicologists, cancer researchers and other experts would regularly test residents for abnormal health conditions … He has asked the administration to allocate $5 million to develop such a program, which hasn’t been tried before.
The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Ohio in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023 was $280,128, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Jack Marchbanks today announced the launch of a new initiative that will use technology to detect traffic congestion and warn drivers of dangerous slow-downs.