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Leadership group from Ashtabula County visits Ohio Statehouse
State Representative Sarah Fowler Arthur recently hosted members of LEADERship Ashtabula County at the Statehouse in Columbus.
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Ohio approves $4.5 million for high school tech internship program
The Ohio Controlling Board has approved $4.5 million in funding to support the High School Tech Internship program, as announced by State Representative Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula). This initiative aims to provide high school students with practical experience in technology-related roles.
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Ohio Controlling Board approves funds for winery digital advertising
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Controlling Board this week approved funds to support the digital advertising efforts of Ohio’s wineries, announced State Representatives Jamie Callender (R-Concord) and Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula). These funds, approved following a competitive bidding process conducted by the Ohio Grape Industries Committee, will go towards a program to support Ohio wineries' online advertising. Created in 1981, the Ohio Grape Industry Council was established by the Ohio General Assembly to promote Ohio’s wine industry through marketing, research, and business support.
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Governor DeWine signs bill holding school employees accountable for misconduct
State Representative Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula) announced that Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed House Bill 147 into law. The legislation aims to enhance the State Board of Education's ability to hold school employees accountable for misconduct.
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Ohio House passes bill naming roads after local heroes
COLUMBUS – The Ohio House of Representatives today passed House Bill 380, legislation that will name twenty-nine roads and bridges throughout Ohio, announced State Representative Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula).
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Ohio awards $2 million grant for Ashtabula and Geauga county water projects
State Representative Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula) has announced that Ashtabula and Geauga counties will receive an Ohio BUILDS (Broadband, Utilities, and Infrastructure for Local Development Success) Water Infrastructure Grant.
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Ohio House passes bills banning foreign interference in elections
The Ohio House recently passed House Bill 1, which bans foreign nationals from contributing to ballot initiatives. State Rep. Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula) announced the legislation's passage.
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Fowler Arthur announces $5 million investment in Ashtabula County
State Representative Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula) has announced that over $5 million will be allocated to four major economic development projects in Ashtabula County. This funding is part of the Appalachian Community Grant Program.
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Ohio House Passes Bill Requiring Schools to Establish Policies on Over-the-Counter Medications
The Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Bill 70, a measure that mandates Ohio schools to develop policies concerning the administration of over-the-counter medications. The bill sponsors, State Reps. Jennifer Gross (R-West Chester) and Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula), made this announcement.According to State Rep. Jennifer Gross, "Parents know their child’s medical history best." She emphasized that the bill aims to enhance collaboration between parents and schools to safeguard the health and safety of Ohio children.State Rep. Sarah Fowler Arthur explained...
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H2Ohio Enrollment Opens for Producers Living in Ashtabula and Geauga Counties
State Representative Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula) announced today that the H2Ohio program is now available to producers in Ashtabula and Geauga counties. The program, which aims to work with farmers to implement best management practices on their land to prevent harmful algal blooms and phosphorus runoff, is now accepting enrollments until May 6 on a first-come, first-served basis."We are blessed to have an abundance of water in Ohio," expressed Fowler Arthur, highlighting the importance of water resources in the state. She further encouraged residents of Ashtabula...
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Fowler Arthur Sponsors Legislation Advocating for Full-Time Judge in Ashtabula County
State Representative Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula) has taken a stand in support of House Bill 413, which aims to address the judicial needs in Ashtabula County. The legislation, presented in the House Civil Justice Committee, seeks to replace two part-time judgeships with one full-time judge, as well as expand the territorial jurisdiction of the Conneaut Municipal Court to include specific areas.Fowler Arthur highlighted that the proposed change comes as a response to a court system review conducted by the Ohio Supreme Court last July. She emphasized, "The desire to...
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Callender, Fowler Arthur Provide Testimony on Legislation to Enact the Airspace Protection Act
COLUMBUS- The House Aviation and Aerospace Committee today began hearings on House Bill 185, legislation that will reform Ohio’s classification and regulation framework around airports, heliports, vertiports, and spaceports. The bill is sponsored by State Representatives Jamie Callender (R-Concord) and Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula).House Bill 185 aims to update Ohio’s permitting laws for tall structures to ensure that navigable airspace and future expansion of airports are not hindered by new construction. The legislation addresses the need for streamlining the...
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Legislation Introduced to Help Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship Program Recipients
State Representatives Sarah Fowler Arthur and Beth Lear have introduced legislation aimed at helping recipients of the Autism and Jon Peterson Scholarship program. The proposed legislation seeks to make permanent the remote treatment services that these scholarship recipients have been receiving for the past three years.Fowler Arthur explained, "Our bill language corrects these oversights and ensures that Jon Peterson and Autism Scholarship recipients may receive telehealth therapy services when called for by the child’s IEP."The legislators emphasized the importance of...
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Ohio House Overrides SAFE Act Veto
COLUMBUS - Ohio House Representative Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula) has expressed her satisfaction with the Ohio House's decision to override the veto on two crucial bills - the Save Adolescents from Experimentation (SAFE) Act and the Save Women's Sports Act. The vote, which took place yesterday, was a significant win for the safety and freedom of women and children in Ohio.House Bill 68, which was vetoed by the Governor, has been the subject of extensive legislative hearings and diligent work. Representative Arthur highlighted the importance of protecting Ohio's women...
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Fowler Arthur Announces NatureWorks Grants in Ashtabula and Geauga Counties
State Representative Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula) has announced the allocation of funding for two Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) NatureWorks Grants in Ashtabula and Geauga Counties. These grants aim to support the acquisition, development, and rehabilitation of recreational areas in the region.One of the projects receiving funding is the Liberty Street Park, which will receive $16,629 to install new playground equipment. This enhancement will provide children with a safe and enjoyable environment to play and engage in physical activity.The second...
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Ohio House Passes Legislation to Hold School Employees Accountable for Misconduct
COLUMBUS – In a move to enhance accountability for school employees, the Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Bill 147. The legislation aims to improve the State Board of Education's ability to address misconduct among educators. State Rep. Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula), the bill's sponsor, announced the successful passage of the bill.One key provision of House Bill 147 is the equal treatment of retiring teachers under investigation for misconduct. These teachers will now be subject to the same consequences as those who resign under similar circumstances....
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House Committee Passes Bill to Require Schools to Establish Policies on Over-the-Counter Medications
The House Primary and Secondary Education Committee has passed House Bill 70, which will mandate Ohio schools to implement policies regarding the administration of over-the-counter medications. State Reps. Jennifer Gross and Sarah Fowler Arthur, the bill sponsors, announced the passage of the legislation.According to Gross, it is important for school districts to have well-written policies and procedures that prioritize the safe administration of over-the-counter medications. She explained, "Our goal with this legislation is to ensure all of our children are as safe as...