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Ohio House approves bill to honor late Speaker Jo Ann Davidson

The Ohio House of Representatives has approved House Bill 688, which seeks to designate September 28th as Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Day.

By Lima Reporter | Dec 5, 2024

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Ohio lawmakers propose eliminating state income tax on overtime pay

State Representative Angie King from Celina is advocating for a legislative change aimed at reducing the tax burden on Ohioans.

By Lima Reporter | Nov 5, 2024

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State Representative secures over \$8M for community improvement projects

By Lima Reporter | Jun 27, 2024

COLUMBUS – State Representative Angie King (R-Celina) has secured more than $8.8 million for capital improvement projects in the 84th House District with the passing of the capital budget Wednesday.

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Ohio House passes bill honoring fallen service members with memorial highways

By Lima Reporter | Jun 12, 2024

State Representative Angie King (R-Celina) supported legislation on Wednesday to honor and memorialize service members who paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving the nation.

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Ohio First Caucus convenes inaugural meeting, discusses national security

By Lima Reporter | May 16, 2024

The Ohio First Caucus recently convened its inaugural meeting, focusing on the state's role in global affairs and potential policy initiatives to safeguard Ohioans from foreign threats. The bipartisan, bicameral caucus is co-chaired by State Representative Angie King (R-Celina) and State Senator Terry Johnson (R-McDermott).

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King's legislation expanding voter protest heard in committee

By Lima Reporter | May 7, 2024

State Representative Angie King's (R-Celina) legislation aimed at expanding voter protest of a primary candidate’s declaration was presented before the House Government Oversight Committee on Tuesday. The proposed law seeks to broaden the current regulations, which only permit a registered voter of a political party to protest their party’s nomination. Under the new legislation, anyone eligible to vote in a general election would be able to lodge a protest, irrespective of their political affiliation. However, protests would be confined to issues related to a candidate’s...

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House Committee Passes Single-Sex Bathroom Legislation

By Lima Reporter | Apr 12, 2024

COLUMBUS – The Ohio House Higher Education Committee recently made a significant decision by favorably passing legislation that would require public and private schools to designate restrooms for the exclusive use of biological males and biological females. The bill also mandates that all student restrooms, locker rooms, changing rooms, and shower rooms must be designated for the exclusive use of either biological females or biological males.State Representative Angie King (R-Celina) emphasized the rationale behind the legislation, stating, "Science echoes what humanity...

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King Introduces Legislation Protecting Health Care Sharing Ministries in Ohio

By Lima Reporter | Apr 3, 2024

State Representative Angie King (R-Celina) has introduced legislation protecting health care sharing ministries within Ohio borders. King’s legislation, known as the Health Care Sharing Ministries Freedom to Share Act, will ensure that HCSMs are recognized as religious charities rather than insurance companies."In the United States 1.7 million people rely on sharing plans, more than 25,000 in Ohio," said King. "These organizations provide an essential service, helping to cover major medical expenses, while allowing members to hold on to and support their religious and...

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King Introduces Legislation to Safeguard Charitable Organizations

By Lima Reporter | Apr 3, 2024

State Representative Angie King (R-Celina) has introduced legislation protecting health care sharing ministries within Ohio borders. The bill, known as the Health Care Sharing Ministries Freedom to Share Act, aims to safeguard these organizations and their members.According to King, "In the United States 1.7 million people rely on sharing plans, more than 25,000 in Ohio." She emphasized that these organizations play a crucial role by "helping to cover major medical expenses, while allowing members to hold on to and support their religious and ethical beliefs."The...

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King, Creech Introduce Legislation to Allow Voters to Protest a Candidate Despite Party Affiliation

By Lima Reporter | Apr 2, 2024

State Reps. Angie King (R-Celina) and Rodney Creech (R-West Alexandria) have introduced legislation that will allow any voter to protest an individual’s candidacy for a political party nomination, regardless of political affiliation. The bill aims to enhance transparency in elections and ensure voters' rights are upheld.According to Rep. Angie King, "Transparency is key to the success of our elections... Americans... have the right to know who they are voting for." This statement emphasizes the importance of open elections and the need for voters to make informed...

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King Pushes Back Against Drug Cartel, Illegal Immigration with Legislation Targeting their Money

By Lima Reporter | Mar 28, 2024

State Representative Angie King (R-Celina) has introduced legislation aimed at combating drug cartels, human trafficking, and illegal immigration by targeting the flow of money. The Ohio Withholding Illegal Revenue Entering Drug (WIRED) Act proposes a 7% remittance transfer fee on all international wire transfers.According to King, "The majority of money made from illegal activity like drug and human trafficking is being made here in the United States, but is heading out of the country." The legislation seeks to address this issue by taxing the transfer of such money to...

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Ohio Schools to Receive Record Funding Increase Through State's New Formula

By Lima Reporter | Mar 18, 2024

The State of Ohio has made it a top priority to find a funding model for public schools that relies less on taxpayers to provide a quality education for Ohio’s public-school students. State Representative Angie King (R-Celina) highlighted the unprecedented increase in public-school funding in Ohio, stating, “This amount of public-school funding is unprecedented in Ohio. In this biennium’s operating budget, we allocated more than $16.3 billion to public schools.” King emphasized the positive impact of the Cupp-Patterson Fair School Funding Formula, which will see...

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Farm subsidies plummet in 2021 across cities in Allen County

By Lima Reporter | Mar 1, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Allen County received $6.1 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Amount of taxpayer-funded subsidies plummet in cities associated with Auglaize County in 2021

By Lima Reporter | Feb 29, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Auglaize County received $12.9 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Mercer County in 2021

By Lima Reporter | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Mercer County received $21.9 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Van Wert County receive in 2021?

By Lima Reporter | Feb 28, 2024

Farms in Van Wert County received $6,132,014 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Van Wert County rise or fall in 2021?

By Lima Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Van Wert County received $8.7 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Mercer County farmers in 2021 reached $15,519,645

By Lima Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

Farms in Mercer County received $15,519,645 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Auglaize County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Lima Reporter | Feb 26, 2024

Farms in Auglaize County received $7,849,452 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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3,816 Allen County farmers received agricultural subsidies in 2021

By Lima Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

Farms in Allen County received $7,674,344 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.