State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (OH)
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Recent News About State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (OH)
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Ohio Senator opposes changes to voter-approved marijuana laws
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson expressed strong opposition to the recent passage of Senate Bill 56, which revises Ohio's adult-use recreational marijuana laws.
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Ohio Senate passes controversial education reform bill
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson has expressed strong opposition to the Ohio Senate's recent approval of Senate Bill 1.
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Paula Hicks-Hudson sworn into Ohio's 136th General Assembly
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson has been sworn in to continue her service in the Ohio Senate during the 136th General Assembly.
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Hicks-Hudson supports certification of Ohio Voters Bill of Rights
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson has expressed approval following the Ballot Board's unanimous decision to certify a citizen-initiated constitutional amendment known as the "Ohio Voters Bill of Rights."
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Ohio senators propose child-focused reforms in family court
State Senators Paula Hicks-Hudson and Theresa Gavarone have introduced Senate Bill 325, a new piece of legislation aimed at reforming Ohio's family court system to prioritize the best interests of children.
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Ohio Democrats express concerns over Issue 1 election results
Members of the Ohio Senate Democratic Caucus have expressed their reactions to the results of the November 5 general election concerning Issue 1.
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Hicks-Hudson joins GLLC Executive Committee for upcoming biennium
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson has been elected as Ohio’s representative on the Executive Committee of the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Legislative Caucus (GLLC) for the 2025-26 term.
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Hicks-Hudson criticizes response to court decision on Issue 1 ballot language
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) today responded to the Ohio Supreme Court’s decision and subsequent changes made by the Ohio Ballot Board regarding Issue 1, also known as the “Citizens Not Politicians” redistricting constitutional amendment.
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Minority ballot board members file complaint against Ohio officials over Citizens Not Politicians case
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) and State Representative Terrence Upchurch (D-Cleveland) submitted a filing to the Ohio Supreme Court on Wednesday, alleging legal malpractice by Attorney General Dave Yost and Ballot Board chair Secretary of State Frank LaRose. The filing pertains to their conduct in the Citizens Not Politicians legal matter.
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Democratic leaders criticize AG Yost over handling of ballot board lawsuit
Senate Democratic Leader Nickie J. Antonio (D-Lakewood) and House Minority Leader Allison Russo (D-Upper Arlington) today sent a letter to Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost detailing his disregard for the legal rights of the minority members of the Ohio Ballot Board — Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) and Rep. Terrence Upchurch (D-Cleveland) — who voted against Secretary of State Frank LaRose’s ballot summary language for the Citizens Not Politicians constitutional amendment, Issue 1.
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Hicks-Hudson criticizes Ohio Ballot Board's Issue 1 language
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) has issued a statement condemning the Ohio Ballot Board's recent decision to adopt language for Issue 1, known as the "Citizens Not Politicians" redistricting constitutional amendment. The vote, which followed party lines, has been criticized by Hicks-Hudson as misleading.
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Ohio Supreme Court rejects AG's move against Senate Democrats' amicus brief
Today, Senate Democratic Leader Nickie J. Antonio (D-Lakewood) and state Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) commended the Ohio Supreme Court for rejecting an attempt by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost to restrict the caucus' ability to speak for itself through amicus briefs. The Senate Democratic caucus’ brief was filed in a case regarding an application for a solar power facility that had been denied by the Ohio Power Siting Board.
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Ohio senators testify in support of new healthcare plan
State Senators Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) and Bill DeMora (D-Columbus) provided sponsor testimony today in support of Senate Bill 177, known as the Ohio Health Care Plan Act. The proposed legislation aims to ensure adequate access to health care for all Ohioans, addressing a statewide need for affordable health care services.
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Ohio senators push for reform in Public Utilities Commission nominating process
State Senators Bill DeMora (D-Columbus) and Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) testified this week in favor of Senate Bill 229, a legislative proposal aimed at altering the composition and nomination process of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO).
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Hicks-Hudson criticizes GOP additions to bill addressing Biden ballot situation
State Senator Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) has criticized Ohio Senate Republicans for incorporating unrelated and controversial provisions in a bill intended to address the Biden ballot situation.
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Toledo town hall canceled due to special legislative session
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) has announced the cancellation of the Point Place Library town hall in Toledo, originally scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on May 28. The cancellation is due to Governor DeWine’s proclamation calling for a special legislative session on the same day.
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Ohio senators propose stricter penalties for unreported lost or stolen firearms
State Senators Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) and Catherine Ingram (D-Cincinnati) provided sponsor testimony for Senate Bill 209 today. The proposed legislation seeks to increase the penalty for reckless failure to report a lost or stolen firearm in Ohio from a fourth-degree misdemeanor to a first-degree misdemeanor.
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Hicks-Hudson Responds to Governor's State of the State Address
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) has responded to Governor Mike DeWine's State of the State address, expressing both praise and criticism for the initiatives outlined. Hicks-Hudson emphasized the importance of investing in Ohio's children and highlighted ongoing efforts in Lucas County to provide mental health care to children and families.Hicks-Hudson commended the Governor's focus on children but noted that more efforts are needed to scale up investments in youth health and wellness across the state. She stressed the significance of recognizing the role of...
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Tips and Information for Constituents Experiencing Unemployment Issues
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson has reached out to the community to address the challenges faced by constituents dealing with Ohio's Unemployment system. In a letter to her neighbors, Senator Hicks-Hudson acknowledges the struggles many are experiencing due to issues such as unexpected terminations and demands for repayment of Pandemic Unemployment Assistance.Offering assistance to those navigating the complexities of the unemployment system, Senator Hicks-Hudson encourages individuals to reach out to her office for support. Providing both a phone number and email...
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Hicks-Hudson Votes "No" on House Bill 27
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson from Toledo, recently voted against House Bill 27, a higher-education bill that was amended at the last minute to allocate over $1 billion in capital budget dollars. Hicks-Hudson expressed her concerns regarding the bill, highlighting the lack of proper deliberation and transparency in the process.“The H.B. 27 capital budget amendment passed yesterday sets a dangerous precedent of allocating dollars with no real opportunity for proper deliberation,” said Hicks-Hudson. She emphasized that the bill did not undergo public input or committee...