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.
The president of the leading Catholic political advocacy organization in America slammed Ohio GOP U.S. Senate Candidate Bernie Moreno for claiming he is Catholic while refuting church teaching on homosexuality.
Gun rights advocate, Rob Morse, highlighted the importance of advancing firearm training for gun owners now that the requirement for concealed carry permits has been eliminated in many states. Morse emphasized the need for gun owners to continue their training beyond the basic requirements for concealed carry permits. He pointed out that many gun owners do not pursue advanced firearms classes even though they now have the opportunity to do so without the need for a permit.Morse discussed various scenarios of armed defense where advanced skills are crucial, such as using...
The Buckeye Institute has taken action against race-based programs in the legal field that may be in violation of federal law. In a recent move, the institute sent letters to various bar associations and law firms, as well as public records requests to Ohio’s public law schools, seeking information on such programs.David C. Tryon, director of litigation at The Buckeye Institute, emphasized the importance of adhering to federal law in these matters, stating, “While the sentiments of these programs may be laudable, they violate federal law and are unconstitutional....
Without health care policy reforms and planning to address this challenge, it’s expected that the increased prevalence of cardiovascular disease coupled with an aging population will result in a sharp rise in healthcare costs and reduction in quality of life for many Americans.”
Columbus, OH – The latest jobs report from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services has revealed a mixed picture of the state's job market, as analyzed by Rea S. Hederman Jr., the executive director of the Economic Research Center and vice president of policy at The Buckeye Institute.Hederman Jr. highlighted that Ohio's unemployment rate saw a slight increase from 3.6 percent to 3.7 percent in January, aligning with the national average for the same period. He noted that this uptick in unemployment continues a trend that began in July 2023, indicating a weakening...
ATF Director Steven Dettelbach expressed his concerns about the ongoing distrust towards the ATF and the federal government in relation to firearms legislation. Dettelbach highlighted the challenges faced in addressing gun violence, stating, “we’ve had a very serious gun crime problem,” and noting the need for effective solutions.Regarding the false narrative that firearms are the leading cause of death among children, Dettelbach acknowledged the misinformation, stating, “The leading cause of death of children in the United States is firearms violence, right,” but this...
A new report by The Buckeye Institute, in partnership with the Georgia Public Policy Foundation, has highlighted the potential for significant economic growth in Georgia through tax reform. The report, titled Next Steps for Georgia Tax Reform, emphasizes the importance of continuing to reform tax policies to maintain competitiveness and attract more workers and businesses to the state.According to Rea S. Hederman Jr., executive director of the Economic Research Center at The Buckeye Institute, incremental tax cuts in Georgia could lead to substantial economic benefits. He...
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following statement in response to U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell’s announcement that he will be stepping down as Senate Republican Leader in November
The Buckeye Institute has taken legal action against the City of Cleveland by filing a class action lawsuit on behalf of affected taxpayers who experienced delays in receiving their tax refunds. The lawsuit, titled Wos v. Cleveland, was filed in the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas and demands the city to pay interest owed to the taxpayers due to the delayed refunds.According to Jay R. Carson, senior litigator at The Buckeye Institute, "Citizens should not be forced to go to court to get the city to follow its own laws." The lawsuit challenges Cleveland to adhere to...
The American Farm Bureau Federation expressed satisfaction as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted to exclude the Scope 3 reporting requirement from its final climate disclosure rule. In a statement, the Federation emphasized that "regulations intended for Wall Street should not extend to America’s family farms."The SEC's decision to remove the Scope 3 reporting requirement means that public companies will not have to report the greenhouse gas emissions of their supply chain. This move came after the SEC responded to concerns raised by the American Farm...
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced that the 2024 Ohio Building (OBC), Mechanical (OMC), and Plumbing Codes (OPC) rules go into effect on Friday, March 1, 2024.
Colorado legislators are currently considering a controversial proposal that has sparked concerns about the safety of school children in the state. The issue of arming school staff for protection has come to the forefront, with some lawmakers pushing to outlaw armed volunteers in schools. According to a recent article, the program of trained volunteer defenders in Colorado schools has been highly successful in deterring mass murderers, with no accidents or attacks reported.The proposed ban on armed school staff has raised questions and criticisms from various quarters. As...
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Director Stephen D. Dackin today announced Ohio's 2024 Business-Education Leader Awards for Excellent Business Advisory Councils.
The Biden administration inherited these policies and programs. Rather than build on the foundation established by President Trump, this administration has attempted to start from scratch—and failed…
In a recent episode of the Keep and Bear Radio podcast, Shane Wilkin, endorsed by the Buckeye Firearms Association PAC with an A+ grade in the 2nd U.S. House District, shared insights into his campaign and his stance on crucial gun rights issues.During the podcast, Shane expressed his dedication to passing Constitutional Carry and outlined his strategies for countering the Biden administration's assault on gun rights. He raised concerns about the administration's use of the ATF to advance their agenda and highlighted the challenge posed by rogue prosecutors who fail to...
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced the approval of eight projects set to create 1,171 new jobs and retain 3,635 jobs statewide.