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07/25/2026

Some good news, Ohio: Because you made your voices heard, the Ohio EPA decided not to issue a general permit to make it easier for data centers to pollute Ohio's rivers. Senator Smith discusses the power of organized people over organized money in this week's .

07/23/2026

State Senator Willis Blackshear Jr. finishes our State Agency Series today by talking about the Ohio Arts Council (OAC). The OAC works to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally, and economically.

Learn more about their programs and services at oac.ohio.gov.

07/18/2026

This week, Senator Kent Smith submitted a complaint and public records request to the Ohio Secretary of State’s office after the Ramaswamy campaign committee continued to omit critical campaign finance information from its reports.

More in this week's .

07/11/2026

Every candidate, no matter who they are or what policies they support, must abide by the same laws.

That’s why Senator Kent Smith filed a complaint alleging that Ramaswamy's gubernatorial campaign committee violated Ohio’s campaign finance laws.

More in this week's .

07/09/2026

Next up in Senator Blackshear’s State Agency Series is the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, which ensures a balance between the wise use and protection of our natural resources. ODNR is committed to creating diverse outdoor opportunities for all communities!

Visit ohiodnr.gov to learn more.

07/04/2026

Happy Independence Day, Ohio! In this week's and in celebration of our country's 250th birthday, Senator Smith reflects on a dynamic that's defined American governance throughout its history: the conflict between political power and economic power.

Happy Independence Day!🇺🇸As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Oh...
07/04/2026

Happy Independence Day!🇺🇸

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Ohio Senate Democrats will continue to fight to fulfill the promise of liberty and justice for all.

07/03/2026

As we approach America's 250th birthday this week, Senator Willis Blackshear Jr. shares a few ways that Dayton has contributed to our nation's history.

Learn how and where you can celebrate America 250 in Ohio at america250-ohio.org!

07/02/2026

This week for our State Agency Series, Senator Blackshear discusses the Ohio Department of Health.

Visit odh.ohio.gov to learn about public health information and programs, explore relevant data and reports, and locate your local health department!

06/27/2026

In a victory for Ohio’s democracy this week, Governor DeWine vetoed House Bill 472, which would have required voters to provide photo ID to vote by mail.

Senator Kent Smith discusses why resistance matters in this week’s : Statehouse Edition.

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