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House passes defense act; Marcy Kaptur praises leadership in Ohio

In recent social media posts from December 12-13, Rep. Marcy Kaptur discussed legislative progress with the passage of a significant defense bill providing pay raises for military personnel and recognized local leadership in Ohio's Sylvania city...

By Toledo Reporter | Dec 13, 2024

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Rep. Marcy Kaptur highlights open enrollment and international developments

In her latest tweets from December 10-11, Rep. Marcy Kaptur informed her constituents about critical health insurance enrollment deadlines while also addressing international political changes in Syria and discussing regional trade improvements...

By Toledo Reporter | Dec 11, 2024

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Marcy Kaptur reflects on historical events and community engagements in recent tweets

By Toledo Reporter | Dec 9, 2024

Rep. Marcy Kaptur commemorates Pearl Harbor Day and comments on Syria's political changes while attending local events in early December 2024 through social media updates reflecting both global and community interests

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Rep Marcy Kaptur emphasizes importance of American manufacturing

By Toledo Reporter | Dec 7, 2024

Rep. Marcy Kaptur highlights key issues such as American manufacturing restoration efforts (Dec 5), celebrates local traditions (Dec 6), and addresses sportsmanship concerns in college football (Dec 7)

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Marcy Kaptur highlights local achievements in education, conservation, and community leadership

By Toledo Reporter | Dec 4, 2024

Rep. Marcy Kaptur has recently shared news about significant advancements in her district related to educational research funding at the University of Toledo and substantial awards aimed at wildlife conservation efforts around Toledo and Sandusky...

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Marcy Kaptur highlights regional initiatives and programs during late November activities

By Toledo Reporter | Nov 26, 2024

In late November, Rep. Marcy Kaptur engaged with communities across Northwest Ohio focusing on women's entrepreneurship and senior citizen programs.

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Assistance programs highlighted by Rep. Marcy Kaptur ahead of winter

By Toledo Reporter | Nov 26, 2024

Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur addresses concerns over rising energy costs in Ohio as winter approaches in her recent tweets dated November 26, 2024.

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Rep. Marcy Kaptur comments on local leadership and global conflicts

By Toledo Reporter | Nov 20, 2024

In recent tweets, Rep. Marcy Kaptur reflected on John Crandall's contributions to Sylvania Township infrastructure projects while also discussing international matters like Russia's invasion of Ukraine and U.S. support for long-range strikes...

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Rep. Marcy Kaptur announces $5 million for local recycling infrastructure

By Toledo Reporter | Nov 18, 2024

In recent social media updates from mid-November 2024, Rep. Marcy Kaptur announced funding for recycling initiatives in Ohio during America Recycles Month and honored both education week and late Congressman David Hobson with tributes highlighting...

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Hicks-Hudson supports certification of Ohio Voters Bill of Rights

By Toledo Reporter | Nov 18, 2024

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

By Toledo Reporter | Nov 7, 2024

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

By Toledo Reporter | Nov 5, 2024

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

By Toledo Reporter | Oct 28, 2024

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

By Toledo Reporter | Sep 18, 2024

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

By Toledo Reporter | Aug 29, 2024

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

By Toledo Reporter | Aug 27, 2024

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

By Toledo Reporter | Aug 16, 2024

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

By Toledo Reporter | Aug 7, 2024

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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U.S. Rep. Kaptur votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections

By Toledo Reporter | Jul 25, 2024

U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) voted against the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, which would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and bar illegal aliens from voting.

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Ohio senators testify in support of new healthcare plan

By Toledo Reporter | Jun 12, 2024

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.