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Lake County receives state grants for brownfield cleanup efforts
The Lake County Land Bank has secured two state grants for brownfield remediation projects, as announced by State Representatives Jamie Callender and Daniel P. Troy. These grants are part of the Ohio Brownfield Remediation Program and the Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Program.
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Laketran receives significant ODOT grant for transit improvements
Laketran has been named one of 26 recipients of the Ohio Department of Transportation's Urban Transit Program grant, as announced by State Representatives Jamie Callender and Daniel Troy. The program is designed to support urban transit agencies with expenses such as vehicle acquisition, preventative maintenance, and facility upgrades.
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Great Lakes Commission discusses regional challenges at annual meeting
The annual meeting of the Great Lakes Commission concluded in New York, as announced by State Representative and Great Lakes Commissioner Jamie Callender. The two-day event included seminars on issues affecting the Great Lakes region, resolutions to address ongoing challenges in the Great Lakes Basin, and speeches from various officials.
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Ohio state agencies report progress on reducing regulations under Senate Bill 9
All state agencies in Ohio required to submit reports on their regulatory reduction activities have done so, according to an announcement by JCARR Co-Chairs State Senator Theresa Gavarone and State Representative Jamie Callender. These submissions are part of the second year of reporting mandated by Senate Bill 9, which aims to lessen regulatory burdens in Ohio.
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Ohio Controlling Board approves improvements at Mentor Headlands Park
The Ohio Controlling Board has approved funds for improvements at four state parks in northeast Ohio, as announced by State Representative Jamie Callender (R-Concord). These funds, a combination of American Rescue Plan (ARPA) and State General Revenue Fund (GRF) dollars, were awarded following a competitive bidding process conducted by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).
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Ohio's adult-use cannabis sees successful initial rollout
COLUMBUS – With strong sales and stock levels, Ohio’s rollout of adult-use cannabis continues its safe and successful launch, announced State Representative Jamie Callender (R-Concord). Following the start of adult-use sales on August 6th, Ohio has completed three weeks of adult-use sales across the state with continued license approval and regulatory oversight.
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Ohio Controlling Board approves funds for winery digital advertising
The Ohio Controlling Board has approved funds to support the digital advertising efforts of Ohio’s wineries, as announced by State Representatives Jamie Callender (R-Concord) and Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula). These funds, allocated following a competitive bidding process conducted by the Ohio Grape Industries Committee, will be used to enhance online advertising for Ohio wineries. The Ohio Grape Industry Council, established in 1981 by the Ohio General Assembly, aims to promote the state's wine industry through marketing, research, and business support.
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Ohio commences sale of adult-use cannabis following voter approval
COLUMBUS—272 days after Ohio voters passed Issue 2 with 57% of the vote, Ohio has commenced the sale of adult-use cannabis, announced State Representative Jamie Callender (R-Concord). The Division of Cannabis Control has issued dual-use licenses to 98 existing medical dispensaries, allowing them to sell adult-use products alongside medical cannabis.
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Ohio Controlling Board approves funds for statewide wine industry promotion
On Monday, the Ohio Controlling Board approved funds to support the efforts of the Ohio Grape Industries Council in advertising Ohio’s expanding wine industry, announced State Representative Jamie Callender (R-Concord). These funds, awarded following a competitive bidding process, will be used for both local and national advertising.
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Ohio signs capital budget with significant investments statewide
Following concurrent votes in the Ohio House and Senate, House Bill 2, which contains the state’s Capital Improvement Budget as well as Ohio’s one-time Strategic Community Investment Fund, has been signed into law by Governor Mike DeWine, announced State Representative Jamie Callender (R-Concord). Among the projects successfully included in House Bill 2 are funds for improvements to water infrastructure in Concord, the Alliance for Working Together in Mentor, and the Lake Metroparks.
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Ohio House reviews capital budget including strategic investment fund allocations
The Ohio House Finance Committee has initiated hearings on House Bill 629, which encompasses the State’s Capital Improvement Budget and the One Time Strategic Community Investment Fund, as announced by Representative Jamie Callender (R-Concord). The bill includes funding for various projects such as water infrastructure improvements in Concord, support for the Alliance for Working Together in Mentor, and enhancements to Lake Metroparks.
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Ohio House passes bill to declare Lance Corporal Austin B. Schwenk Memorial Highway
The Ohio House of Representatives has unanimously passed House Bill 380, an omnibus package encompassing 29 road naming bills. Among these is House Bill 350, which dedicates State Route 44 between Mentor Avenue and Prouty Road as the "Lance Corporal Austin B. Schwenk Memorial Highway." The announcement was made by State Representatives Jamie Callender (R-Concord) and Daniel Troy (D-Wickliffe), who were joined by members of LCpl Schwenk’s family for the vote.
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Ohio House committee passes bill creating historic education license plate
COLUMBUS – The Ohio House Homeland Security Committee this week passed House Bill 232, announced State Representatives Jamie Callender (R-Concord) and Mike Loychik (R-Bazetta). This legislation will create a Historic and Patriotic Education license plate to support the educational and conservation work conducted by the Ohio Society, Sons of the American Revolution.
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JCARR concludes review of dual-use cannabis licensure rules
The Joint Committee on Agency Rule Review (JCARR) has concluded its review of the Division of Cannabis Control’s dual-use licensure rules, according to an announcement by JCARR Co-Chair State Rep. Jamie Callender (R-Concord). The rules can now be final filed by the Division of Cannabis Control as early as May 27th and begin accepting applications for dual-use licenses ahead of their June 7, 2024 deadline.
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Proposed Bill Aims to Extend Medigap Coverage for ESRD and ALS Patients in Ohio
COLUMBUS–The House Insurance Committee yesterday held sponsor testimony on House Bill 400, announced bill sponsors, State Representatives Jamie Callender (R-Concord) and Bride Rose Sweeney (D-Westlake). House Bill 400 aims to extend Medigap coverage to patients in Ohio diagnosed with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)."Policymakers can make Ohio the 18th state to enact similar protections so that no Ohioan living with ALS is left without affordable Medigap options when facing this devastating terminal illness," expressed Kara Nett...
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House Transportation Committee Passes Bill to Declare “Lance Corporal Austin B. Schwenk Memorial Highway”
COLUMBUS – The House Transportation Committee yesterday unanimously passed House Bill 350, which will dedicate a portion of State Route 44 between Mentor Avenue and Prouty Road as Lance Corporal Austin B. Schwenk Memorial Highway, announced State Representatives Jamie Callender (R-Concord) and Daniel Troy (D-Wickliffe).Lance Corporal (LCpl) Austin B. Schwenk was killed in October 2023 at Camp Lejeune where he served as a 2171, electro-optical ordinance repairer with the 2nd battalion, 6th Marine division. LCpl Schwenk graduated from Riverside Highschool in 2022 and is...
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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 airport expansion are not hindered by new construction. Callender expressed that the current process for approving new...
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Lake County Sheriff’s Office Awarded Grant Funding for Marine Patrol
COLUMBUS—The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Parks and Watercraft recently awarded the Lake County Sheriff’s Office a Marine Patrol Assistance Grant, announced State Representative Jamie Callender (R-Concord).The grant, totaling $29,934.21, aims to support the operation and maintenance of the local Marine Patrol, which plays a crucial role in overseeing the waters of Lake Erie within Lake County. Home to estuaries, harbors, and 31 miles of Lake Erie shorelines, Lake County's marine activities are set to benefit from this financial boost.“As warmer...
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Callender Participates in Great Lakes Commission Semi-Annual Meeting
State Rep. Jamie Callender recently attended the Great Lakes Commission’s semi-annual meeting in Washington, D.C., where efforts were focused on enhancing collaboration among member states and provinces. The meeting discussed a historic compact involving the Great Lakes Commission, the Great Lakes Fishery Commission, and the International Joint Commission."Lake Erie is not only one of Ohio’s greatest economic drivers, but it serves as an important resource for recreation and family tradition," said Callender. "I am honored to have been appointed to this board and to have...
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Callender, Sweeney Introduce Legislation to Expand Medigap Coverage to Terminal Patients
State Representatives Jamie Callender (R-Concord) and Bride Rose Sweeney (D-Westlake) have introduced legislation in Ohio to address a critical issue in the state's Medigap insurance market. The proposed bill, known as HB 400, aims to expand access to Medigap plans for patients suffering from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) or end stage renal disease (ESRD), regardless of age.Medigap Coverage, also known as Medicare Supplemental Insurance, provides additional coverage to individuals to help cover out-of-pocket costs that are not covered by Medicare Part A or B....