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Recreational pot sales may impact gun ownership due to federal laws

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 25, 2024

Ohio voters last fall approved state Issue 2 to legalize the sale and use of recreational marijuana for adults ages 21 and older, and several media outlets have reported in recent days that those sales are soon to begin. The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control has received hundreds of applications and has issued dozens of provisional licenses.

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Ohio's public pensions receive $9 million in contributions for 2022

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 24, 2024

In 2022, Ohio had received $9 million in contributions to its public pension funds, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau's Annual Survey of Public Pensions.

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Buckeye Institute urges court to block SEC climate control rule

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 24, 2024

The Buckeye Institute has filed an amicus brief in the case of Iowa v. U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit to reject a new SEC rule mandating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting. The Institute argues that this rule exceeds the SEC’s Congressional authority and could have severe economic repercussions for American farmers and families.

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The Buckeye Institute challenges SEC gag rule in federal court

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 24, 2024

Columbus, OH – On Monday, The Buckeye Institute filed an amicus brief in Powell v. U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, urging the court to overturn the SEC’s gag rule that prohibits Americans who settle a case with the SEC from discussing it publicly.

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Buckeye Institute challenges labor rule on independent contractors in federal court

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 24, 2024

Columbus, OH – On Monday, The Buckeye Institute filed an amicus brief in Frisard’s Transportation v. U.S. Department of Labor with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, urging the court to overturn a rule by the U.S. Department of Labor that mandates independent contractors into employment situations they may not desire.

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Biden uses conflicting crime data sources based on audience

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 24, 2024

Joe Biden's stance on violent crime rates has varied, depending on his audience. He employs two different data sources to present contrasting messages.

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SCOTUS ruling on bump stocks highlights judicial interpretations

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 21, 2024

It is not surprising to see modern media outlets display their biases. The New York Times recently published a headline, "Supreme Court Ruling on Bump Stocks Could Open Door to More Lethal Weapons," while Bloomberg commented with "Supreme Court's Bump Stock Ruling Reflects Its MAGA Agenda." Notably, the bump stock ban was enacted during President Donald J. Trump's administration.

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Ohio's job market sends mixed signals with rising unemployment but growth in private-sector jobs

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 21, 2024

Columbus, OH – Rea S. Hederman Jr., executive director of the Economic Research Center and vice president of policy at The Buckeye Institute, commented on the newly released jobs report from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.

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Analysis: Ohio among 26 states not part of 'hyper-partisan' voter data group

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 20, 2024

Ohio is among 26 states that have resigned from or are not members of a national voter data group accused of partisanship in its work to expand voter rolls and lacking in transparency, an analysis by the Buckeye Reporter found.

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Chicagoans arm themselves amid rising crime as Tribune editorial board voices concern

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 20, 2024

Earlier this month, Chicago experienced a weekend where at least 71 people were shot, resulting in nine fatalities. This followed another weekend just two weeks prior, where 44 individuals were shot, with eight succumbing to their injuries.

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Ohio Farm Bureau's 2024 Water Quality Status Report highlights farm-level efforts

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 20, 2024

Each year, Ohio Farm Bureau releases its Water Quality Status Report. In 2024, the report showcases the impacts being made by Ohio farmers who are taking measures to ensure clean water through voluntary efforts that are being done on a large scale with measurable results.

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Bernie Sanders visits Ohio amid discussions on political alliances

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 20, 2024

COLUMBUS—As Bernie Sanders visits Ohio today, it serves as a reminder of his longstanding relationship with Sherrod Brown. Both Sanders and Brown joined the U.S. Senate in 2007 after serving together in the House for 14 years. Their socialist policies have been influential within the far-left wing of their party for decades.

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Buckeye Institute challenges Hawaii gun ruling in SCOTUS brief

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 20, 2024

The Buckeye Institute has filed an amicus brief in the case of Wilson v. Hawaii, urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review a decision by the Hawaii Supreme Court concerning Second Amendment rights. The filing calls for the U.S. Supreme Court to assert its authority over state courts regarding constitutional interpretations.

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Average VA purchase loan amount in Ohio increases from 2022 to 2023

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 19, 2024

The average VA purchase loan amount for Ohio in the fiscal year 2023 was $269,564, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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NRA files amicus brief challenging California's billy club ban

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 19, 2024

The National Rifle Association (NRA) filed an amicus brief with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals on June 14, supporting a challenge to California’s prohibition on the possession of billy clubs.

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Ohio Farm Bureau announces summer webinar series on farm protection

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 19, 2024

Ohio Farm Bureau Young Agricultural Professionals will be hosting a summer series of lunch and learn webinars featuring Nationwide. Each session will present new and innovative solutions, research, and information on the latest technology and strategies to protect farms and rural communities.

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Average VA purchase loan amount in Ohio increases from 2021 to 2022

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 18, 2024

The average VA purchase loan amount for Ohio in the fiscal year 2022 was $263,659, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Earnings on Ohio's public pension investments increase to $7.4 million in 2022

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 17, 2024

The earnings on investments for Ohio public pensions went up from $4.3 million in 2021 to $7.4 million in 2022, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of Public Pensions.

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Ohio AG secures en banc review in ballot initiative lawsuit

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 17, 2024

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit has granted a request from the Ohio Attorney General’s Office for an en banc review in the case concerning the proposed amendment titled “Protecting Ohioans’ Constitutional Rights.”

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Buckeye Firearms Association responds positively to Supreme Court's bump stock ruling

By Buckeye Reporter | Jun 17, 2024

In a 6-3 ruling on Friday, June 14, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a ban on so-called "bump stocks," finding that the Justice Department exceeded its authority by reclassifying the device as a "machine gun."