From a constituent in Columbus, OHHelp Ohio Stay Competitive — Support Research, Inclusion, and Academic Freedom
As a constituent who values education and innovation, I want to urge you to protect Ohio’s academic institutions and immigrant communities. While countries like France and Germany are recruiting U.S. researchers through funded fellowships and streamlined visa programs, we’re watching some of our br
From a constituent in Columbus, OHDemand Action on ICE Tactics and Deportations
I’m writing to express grave concern about ICE’s actions, including reports of agents operating masked and without identification, detaining people without proper legal process. This is not only a threat to immigrant communities, but it poses a public safety risk as impersonators are increasingly ap
From a constituent in Dublin, OHOppose HB96
The governor's proposed budget freezes base education funding at fiscal year 2022 levels and reduces the guarantee for many school districts. This could significantly impact public education funding across Ohio. We must prioritize investing in our students and schools to ensure they have the resourc
From a constituent in Dublin, OHDo not cut public library funding. Libraries are safe places to read, to meet, and to learn. They provide so many community services beyond books. Truly books would be enough for some. Literacy makes better citizens. Libraries give students places to meet and study. They provide internet access and
From a constituent in Columbus, OHThe ALICE Threshold and the true measure of Poverty in Ohio
According to the United Way's latest available data (from 2022) there are 1.9 million households in the state of Ohio that fall beneath the ALICE Threshold. ALICE stands for Asset Limited Income Constrained Employed and describes the Americans whose income does not meet the level of a survival or su
From a verified voter in Columbus, OHFully Fund Fair School Funding Plan, Ohio Schools Depend
The House budget proposal does not fully fund the Fair School Funding Plan as promised, negatively impacting Ohio's public schools and students. It strips away the bipartisan commitment made in 2021 to finally fix our unconstitutional school funding system over six years. Instead of following throug
From a verified voter in Columbus, OHPreserve vital Public Library Fund for all Ohioans
The proposed elimination of the Public Library Fund by House Republicans in Ohio's state operating budget threatens to severely undermine library services and programs across the state. Libraries are vital community institutions that serve people of all ages and backgrounds, providing far more than
From a constituent in Columbus, OHDo not cut funding for our Libraries!
Do not cut funding for libraries in Ohio! This is a horrible draconian bill that will hurt the state and the people of Ohio. Do not change the funding structure for Ohio’s libraries. We need to restore the Public Library Fund to 1.75% of the General Revenue. It is essential to let communities determ
From a verified voter in Columbus, OHRestore the Public Library Fund
Hello, I'm asking to restore the Public Library Fund to the amount designated in the Governor’s proposed budget. Libraries are an essential cornerstone for many communities, and often one of the only safe places for children to go. The Columbus library system is such a vibrant part of the city, d
From a constituent in Columbus, OHConcern Regarding SB 3 and Its Impact on Low-Income Ohioans
I am writing to express my concern about Senate Bill 3, which proposes a flat 2.75% state income tax rate. While this change might benefit higher-income individuals, I am deeply concerned about how it will disproportionately affect low-income Ohioans. As someone who is in the middle-income tax brac
From a constituent in Columbus, OHAdvocating for Greater Legislative Transparency and Public Participation
I am writing to express my concern about the recent changes in Ohio House rules that limit public participation in the legislative process. In a time when many constituents feel unheard and unrepresented, it is more important than ever to ensure that our legislative processes are transparent and tha
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