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Ohio legislators propose renewal of State Capital Improvement Program

State Representative Scott Oelslager, a Republican from North Canton, held a press conference to discuss forthcoming legislation that will allow Ohio voters to renew the State Capital Improvement Program (SCIP). The program provides funding for essential local infrastructure projects across Ohio. Oelslager was joined by his co-sponsor, State Representative Daniel Troy, a Democrat from Willowick.

By Canton Reporter | Oct 9, 2024

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Oelslager announces passage of multiple House bills addressing local issues

COLUMBUS—Speaker Pro Tempore Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton) announced the recent passage of multiple House bills.

By Canton Reporter | Aug 21, 2024

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Oelslager announces legislative updates including veterans suicide awareness day

By Canton Reporter | Aug 13, 2024

COLUMBUS—Speaker Pro Tempore Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton) has announced the recent passage of several significant pieces of legislation.

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Oelslager announces passage of key legislative measures

By Canton Reporter | Jul 19, 2024

COLUMBUS—Speaker Pro Tempore Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton) has announced the recent passage of several significant pieces of legislation.

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Ohio House approves Substitute House Bill 2 allocating funds for statewide capital projects

By Canton Reporter | Jun 28, 2024

The Ohio House of Representatives passed Substitute House Bill 2 on Wednesday, the state’s two-year construction budget for capital projects throughout Ohio. State Representatives Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton), Jim Thomas (R-Jackson Twp.), and Reggie Stoltzfus (R-Paris Twp.) announced the bill, which will allocate over $4.2 billion for capital projects and an additional $717 million in one-time project funding from the Strategic Community Investment Fund.

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Oelslager announces passage of multiple legislative measures

By Canton Reporter | Jun 24, 2024

COLUMBUS—Speaker Pro Tempore Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton) announced the recent passage of several significant legislative measures.

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71.6 million in unclaimed funds owed to Stark County residents

By Canton Reporter | Jun 21, 2024

The Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Unclaimed Funds has announced it is currently holding $71.6 million in unclaimed funds belonging to residents and businesses in Stark County, according to State Representative Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton). Stark County ranks among the top 10 counties statewide in terms of the amount owed. Overall, Ohio holds nearly $4 billion in unclaimed funds.

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Oelslager announces passage of multiple legislative bills

By Canton Reporter | Jun 10, 2024

COLUMBUS—Speaker Pro Tempore Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton) has announced the recent passage of multiple pieces of legislation. The details of each bill are as follows:

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Ohio House passes key legislation: An update from Scott Oelslager

By Canton Reporter | May 20, 2024

Speaker Pro Tempore Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton) has announced the recent passage of several significant pieces of legislation in Ohio. The approved bills encompass a variety of areas, including social work licensure, school policy on over-the-counter drugs, operation of unmanned aerial vehicles, and combating drug and human trafficking.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Stark County rise or fall in 2021?

By Canton Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Stark County received $3.6 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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1,746 Columbiana County farmers received agricultural subsidies in 2021

By Canton Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

Farms in Columbiana County received $4,777,653 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Carroll County receive in 2021?

By Canton Reporter | Feb 24, 2024

Farms in Carroll County received $1,358,469 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Stark County farmers in 2021 reached $5,389,223

By Canton Reporter | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Stark County received $5,389,223 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Mahoning County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Canton Reporter | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Mahoning County received $3,292,939 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Oelslager Provides Legislative Update from Ohio House

By Canton Reporter | Feb 16, 2024

Speaker Pro Tempore Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton) has announced the recent passage of several important pieces of legislation in the Ohio House. These bills aim to address various issues and promote economic growth and community development.One of the bills, House Bill 2, will allocate $350 million in one-time project funding from the Strategic Community Investment Fund. Oelslager cosponsored this bill, which aims to direct state funds towards economic growth and community development.Another significant bill that was passed is Senate Bill 17, which requires the...

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$46 Million Investment in Jobs, Safe Drinking Water in Canton

By Canton Reporter | Feb 8, 2024

The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a significant investment of $46 million in the Canton Water Department, aimed at improving the quality of drinking water and creating job opportunities in Canton, Ohio.Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator for Water at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Bruno Pigott, expressed his appreciation for the public sector workers who play a crucial role in ensuring safe and reliable drinking water for communities. He stated, "Public sector workers are the backbone of our nation's water infrastructure, they ensure that...

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Republic Canton Community Fund Established to Address Air Pollution Issues

By Canton Reporter | Feb 1, 2024

The City of Canton and Canton City Public Health (CCPH) have recently announced the establishment of the Republic Canton Community Fund. This fund is a result of a Final Judgement and Consent Order issued by the Ohio Attorney General’s Office in an air pollution case against Republic Steel.According to the Consent Order, Republic Steel has been ordered to pay $300,000, which will be used for cleaning of residences or other activities at the City of Canton’s discretion, with community input and Ohio EPA’s approval. The fund aims to address the dust accumulation and...

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Analysis: Canton Health Center one of 22 Ohio abortion providers funded by grants approved by non-profit board of which GOP Senate hopeful Moreno a member

By Canton Reporter | Jan 31, 2024

The Canton Health Center was one of 22 Ohio abortion providers supported by the $2.08 million in grants from the Cleveland Foundation during the six years that “pro-life” U.S. Senate candidate Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) served on the foundation’s board.

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Oelslager Provides Legislative Update from Ohio House

By Canton Reporter | Jan 30, 2024

Ohio House Speaker Pro Tempore Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton) has announced the recent passage of several significant pieces of legislation. These bills address a range of important issues and aim to improve various aspects of Ohio's governance.One of the bills passed is the Brenna Brossard SUDEP Awareness Act, also known as House Bill 229. This legislation will require healthcare practitioners to provide patients with written information about the risk factors and conditions associated with sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP). The information will also include...

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Oelslager Highlights Welcome Home Ohio Program

By Canton Reporter | Jan 29, 2024

State Rep. Scott Oelslager (R-North Canton) recently announced the details of the newly created Welcome Home Ohio program. The program, aimed at improving affordable housing in Ohio, will provide grants and tax credits to landbanks and developers.Under the program, there will be $100 million in grants available for landbanks to purchase, rehabilitate, or build residential properties for eligible Ohioans based on their income. Additionally, there will be $50 million in nonrefundable tax credits for landbanks and developers to use towards qualifying rehabs and new...