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Final defendant charged in Columbus Zoo fraud investigation

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 19, 2024

A former purchasing assistant for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium was charged today with theft, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced.

Ohio's job market sees decline as unemployment rises

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 19, 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.

Buckeye Institute appeals to Ohio Supreme Court over union wage theft case

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 19, 2024

The Buckeye Institute has filed an appeal in the case of Darling v. American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) with the Ohio Supreme Court. The organization is seeking a ruling that confirms Ohio’s lower courts, rather than the State Employment Relations Board (SERB), have jurisdiction over cases where public employees allege their employers have illegally deducted money from their paychecks for union dues.

New study finds no link between concealed carry laws and increased gun theft

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 19, 2024

Gun-control groups campaign against right-to-carry laws by claiming that guns carried in public pose a substantial threat to public safety and that concealed carry permitting laws lead to more violent crime. Giffords, for instance, alleges that “the dangers of permissive public carry laws” include an increase in gun thefts and “other undesirable outcomes,” with no counterbalancing public safety benefits.

Owner sentenced for medicaid fraud involving home health care agency

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 18, 2024

The owner of a home health care agency found guilty of Medicaid fraud was sentenced today in Franklin County Common Pleas Court, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced.

Eighth Circuit panel rules Minnesota young-adult carry ban unconstitutional

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 18, 2024

A three-judge panel in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has issued a unanimous 27-page ruling declaring Minnesota’s ban on concealed carry by young adults unconstitutional under the Second Amendment. This decision marks a victory for the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and its partners.

Linda Walker discusses J.D. Vance nomination on Cam & Co podcast

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 17, 2024

Buckeye Firearms Association Board President Linda Walker appeared on the Cam & Co podcast with Cam Edwards to discuss Donald Trump's announcement of Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance as the Vice Presidential nominee.

Ohio AG announces reindictment over alleged $72M investor fraud scheme

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 17, 2024

Managers of a Lucas County investment firm accused of deceiving and defrauding investors in a decade-long scheme have been reindicted on multiple felonies as part of a multi-year investigation and prosecution, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today.

VA resists compliance with proposed pro-gun legislation

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 16, 2024

Earlier this month, the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs of the House Veterans Affairs Committee held a legislative hearing on several proposed bills that would alter procedures and standards for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The VA, established by Congress, operates under statutes that guide and fund its activities.

FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Drugs companies in Ohio during Q2

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 15, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Drugs companies from Ohio in the second quarter of 2024.

Ohio Attorney General comments on J.D. Vance as Vice President nominee

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 15, 2024

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost issued a statement today regarding the selection of Senator J.D. Vance as President Trump's running mate.

Buckeye Firearms Association announces 'Built for Heroes' raffle with $5,000 prize package

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 15, 2024

The Buckeye Firearms Association has announced a raffle featuring a $5,000 prize package titled "Built for Heroes." The raffle is exclusively open to Ohio residents aged 21 or older.

Ohio AG rejects petition summary over missing title

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 15, 2024

The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has rejected the petition summary of an untitled proposed constitutional amendment intended to add an article and a section to the Ohio Constitution. The summary, which seeks to repeal constitutional immunities and defenses in cases alleging civil-rights violations by governmental units and public employees, was submitted on July 5.

Buckeye Institute files second brief against Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 15, 2024

On July 15, 2024, The Buckeye Institute submitted its second amicus brief in the case of Alaska v. U.S. Department of Education, urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review the matter. The brief argues that President Biden's SAVE program, which aims to transfer student loan debt to taxpayers, exceeds the legal authority of the Secretary of Education and was adopted improperly.

Ohio: Device companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Ohio in Q2

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 14, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three device companies from Ohio in the second quarter of 2024.

FDA conducted second lowest number of inspections on Biologics companies in Ohio during Q2

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 13, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted four inspections at four Biologics companies from Ohio in the second quarter of 2024.

Ohio: Veterinary companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in Ohio in Q2

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 12, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted seven inspections at seven Veterinary companies from Ohio in the second quarter of 2024.

Ohio Department of Taxation to correct CAUV woodland calculations

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 12, 2024

The Ohio Department of Taxation announced today that it will address inaccurate woodland calculations in the Current Agricultural Use Value (CAUV) program. This decision comes after years of advocacy from the Ohio Farm Bureau and its partners. The changes are expected to result in significant tax savings for many woodland owners.

Ohio opens applications for public-land controlled hunts

By Buckeye Reporter | Jul 12, 2024

Applications for Ohio’s public-land controlled hunts are being accepted until Wednesday, July 31, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.