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RFK Jr secures spot on Ohio ballot despite radical policies

By Buckeye Reporter | May 10, 2024

This week, RFK Jr's campaign announced that they have gathered enough signatures to secure a spot on the Ohio ballot. This development may be seen as positive news for Democrats leaning towards the far-left who are seeking an alternative to Joe Biden's administration. However, it should be noted that RFK Jr's policy positions remain firmly on the radical end of the spectrum.

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Firearms industry contributes over $17 billion to wildlife restoration fund

By Buckeye Reporter | May 10, 2024

The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), the trade association for the firearms industry, has announced that firearm and ammunition manufacturers have contributed over $17 billion in total excise tax to the Wildlife Restoration Trust Fund since 1937. Adjusted for inflation, this amount exceeds $27.38 billion.

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Rep. Tracy Richardson on proposed solar farm: 'I support the concerns of my residents'

By Buckeye Reporter | May 9, 2024

Ohio Representative Tracy Richardson stated that the Pleasant Township community "truly came together" to voice their concerns about the proposed Chestnut Solar farm "in front of representatives from the Power Siting Board." Richardson made these comments on Facebook following her attendance at a hearing held on April 29.

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Buckeye Institute Successfully Challenges Cleveland's Taxation of Out-of-State Remote Worker

By Buckeye Reporter | May 9, 2024

The Buckeye Institute won a significant victory for its client Dr. Manal Morsy in Morsy v. Gentile (previously Morsy v. Dumas). The City of Cleveland abandoned its appeal in the case and agreed to 1) fully refund the taxes that were illegally taken from Dr. Morsy, 2) pay the interest owed to her according to Cleveland City Ordinance, and 3) reimburse her court costs.

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26 states challenge ATF's new firearm rule in three separate lawsuits

By Buckeye Reporter | May 9, 2024

On May 1, a total of 26 states filed three separate lawsuits against the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives' (ATF) new rule that redefines who is “engaged in the business” of dealing in firearms. The National Rifle Association (NRA) had previously warned that this rule could potentially criminalize tens of thousands of law-abiding citizens for exercising their constitutional rights by selling even a single firearm.

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Ohio AG Yost lauds Springfield students' insights on youth violence

By Buckeye Reporter | May 9, 2024

Youth violence, a burgeoning societal issue, has been the focus of an essay by Springfield middle-schooler Adolfo Cruz Jr. He believes that to mitigate this problem, attention must be given to overlooked children who harbor feelings of anger and sadness. This emotional state can potentially lead them towards violent actions such as theft or causing harm to others.

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Wireless giants settle deceptive ad probe for $10.25 million

By Buckeye Reporter | May 9, 2024

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today that $10.25 million has been secured in three multistate settlements with the largest wireless carriers in the United States. The settlements are aimed at resolving investigations by 50 attorneys general into deceptive and misleading advertising practices.

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Investigation into Ohio Teachers Retirement Board launched by AG Yost

By Buckeye Reporter | May 9, 2024

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has initiated an investigation into concerns surrounding the State Teachers Retirement System's vulnerability to a potential hostile takeover by private entities.

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Professional Article Title: Buckeye Institute Challenges Michigan's Anti-Religion Amendment in School Choice Case

By Buckeye Reporter | May 8, 2024

The Buckeye Institute, along with the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), filed an amicus brief in Hile v. Michigan, urging the U.S. Supreme Court to rule Michigan's anti-religion Blaine amendment unconstitutional.

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AG Yost Commends Zanesville Students for Thoughtful Reflections on Youth Violence

By Buckeye Reporter | May 8, 2024

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost praised students from Zanesville Middle School for their insightful reflections on youth violence. The students participated in the Do the Write Thing program, which encourages seventh- and eighth-graders to analyze the impact of violence in their lives and propose solutions for their communities.

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Yost Testifies to Help Human Trafficking Victims Expunge Their Criminal Records: Office Also Launches ‘HT 101’ Guide to Aid Communities

By Buckeye Reporter | May 7, 2024

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost testified before the House Criminal Justice Committee in support of legislation expanding the expungement eligibility for human trafficking survivors. Yost stated, “Once the nightmare of human trafficking is over, many individuals begin another battle – putting their lives back together and starting over.”

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Making it Easier for Disillusioned Voters to Dissolve Their Local Government

By Buckeye Reporter | May 7, 2024

On Tuesday, The Buckeye Institute testified before the Ohio House Government Oversight Committee on the policies in Ohio House Bill 331, which ensures that village governments that are unable to provide core services to their residents are held accountable. The bill also makes it easier for village residents to vote on whether to dissolve their local government.

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Six Indicted in Columbus Trafficking, Drug Ring: Two of the Suspects Remain at Large

By Buckeye Reporter | May 7, 2024

Six members of a Linden-area human trafficking and narcotics ring are facing numerous felony charges as announced by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost after an investigation by the Central Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force. The task force, led by the Columbus Division of Police, discovered the group following tips received this spring. The organization, headed by Timotheus Graham, allegedly used violence to coerce victims in the Linden area. A Franklin County grand jury indicted the suspects on April 24 after the task force seized suspected narcotics and firearms during a...

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AG Yost Highlights Ongoing Challenge of Fentanyl in Ohio

By Buckeye Reporter | May 7, 2024

"On a day set aside to raise awareness nationally about fentanyl-related overdose deaths, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost released data from the Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s laboratory highlighting the ongoing prevalence of the synthetic opioid in Ohio. 'Illegal use of fentanyl continues to wreck Ohioans’ lives, causing addiction and death,' Yost said. 'Unless the pills you’re taking were prescribed by your doctor, you can’t be sure what it is – don’t risk it.'

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AOC Misfires on Claims About Lead Ammunition Impact on Wildlife

By Buckeye Reporter | May 7, 2024

In a demonstration that America’s outdoors and recreational shooting sports pastimes still bring people together, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 615 in a bipartisan vote, sending the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act over to the U.S. Senate for consideration. The bill is strongly supported by NSSF and would require the Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture to provide site-specific peer-reviewed scientific data that demonstrates traditional lead ammunition or fishing tackle is causing detrimental wildlife population impacts before prohibiting...

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Ohio's Stand on No-Gun Signs in Public Parks and Fairgrounds

By Buckeye Reporter | May 6, 2024

Ohio legalized concealed carry 20 years ago, but the issue of obeying no-gun signs in public spaces remains a topic of discussion and confusion for many residents. Cities in Ohio have had differing stances on firearms in public parks, leading to legal battles that questioned the constitutionality of such bans. Dean Rieck, Executive Director of Buckeye Firearms Association, points out that despite the state law overriding city bans on firearms in public spaces, there may still be instances where individuals face legal hassle if seen carrying a firearm in a public park....

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FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Drugs companies in Ohio during April

By Buckeye Reporter | May 5, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Drugs companies from Ohio in April.

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Ohio: Devices companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Ohio in April

By Buckeye Reporter | May 4, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Devices companies from Ohio in April.

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FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Biologics companies in Ohio during April

By Buckeye Reporter | May 3, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Biologics companies from Ohio in April.

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Magistrate Recommends $19.8 Million Penalty for Asbestos Violations at Troubled Columbus Apartment Complex

By Buckeye Reporter | May 3, 2024

A Franklin County Magistrate has recommended a $19,840,000 civil penalty against the owners and property manager of an affordable housing apartment complex in Columbus, Ohio, for violating asbestos regulations. The recommendation came in response to arguments made by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, who emphasized the importance of prioritizing safety regulations.Yost stated, “While not final, this sends a clear message that disregard for safety regulations and court orders will not be tolerated in Ohio. We will continue to vigorously pursue justice and hold accountable...