Ohio Republican lawmakers
Coverage of Ohio Republican lawmakers in the Nexus archive.
- Book bans, censorship, and funding fears challenge Ohio public school librarians
Ohio public school librarians are concerned about book bans, censorship, and funding cuts that threaten their employment. Proposed legislation to restrict student reading choices and reduced public school funding have led librarians to fear job instability, while lawmakers shifted funds to private school vouchers instead of sustaining the Fair School Funding Plan.
- Ohio Republican lawmakers send constitutional amendment requiring voter photo ID to ballot
Ohio Republican lawmakers passed a resolution to send a constitutional amendment requiring voter photo ID to the November ballot. The existing law already mandates photo ID for voting, but the amendment aims to enshrine it in the state constitution. Democratic lawmakers argue the current law is sufficient and working.
- Ohio Republican lawmakers pass bill requiring absentee voters show a copy of their ID to vote
Ohio Republican lawmakers passed a bill requiring absentee voters to provide a copy of their driver's license or state ID starting with the November 2027 election. The bill, which originated as a measure to waive birth certificate fees for homeless individuals, was amended to include ID requirements and passed the Senate 23-10 and the House 60-34. Supporters argue it strengthens election integrity, while opponents claim it will make voting harder for seniors and marginalized groups.