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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Ohio Newsletter for Wednesday July 02, 2025 ( 21 items )  

AFP-OH Urges Lawmakers to Override Vetoes, Protect Buckeye Blueprint Reforms
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 1 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-OH Urges Lawmakers to Override Vetoes, Protect Buckeye Blueprint Reforms * COLUMBUS, OH -- Americans for Prosperity-Ohio (AFP-OH) is calling on the Ohio General Assembly to override Governor DeWine's vetoes of key provisions in House Bill 96--provisions that were central to advancing the Buckeye Blueprint for greater opportunity, accountability, and freedom in the Buc  more

Brown Statement on Senate Reconciliation Vote
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Brown Statement on Senate Reconciliation Vote * WASHINGTON, DC - Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) releases the following statement: "This bill is cruel, reckless, and just plain wrong. Senate Republicans just voted for the largest cut to Medicaid in history and the largest cut to SNAP in history. Millions of Americans will lose their health care if this bill becomes law, hospitals will close, and   more

Brown, Gray Question USDA on Delayed Publication of Incomplete Quarterly Ag Trade Report as Trump Tariffs Increase Trade Deficits
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Brown, Gray Question USDA on Delayed Publication of Incomplete Quarterly Ag Trade Report as Trump Tariffs Increase Trade Deficits * Washington, DC - Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) and Congressman Adam Gray (CA-13) led a letter to USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins demanding answers on why the USDA delayed publication of the Quarterly Agricultural Trade Report, and why--once it was finally released--the  more

Cedarville University Approves Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Initiative
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, July 2 -- Cedarville University issued the following news: * * * By Rich Stratton As artificial intelligence (AI) and data science transform industries, redefine professions and raise urgent ethical questions, universities are racing to prepare students for a future shaped by intelligent machines and vast data ecosystems. In response to this global shift, Cedarville University has launched a new academic initiative designed to equip students with cutting-edge skills in AI   more

Cedarville University: Book Helps Readers Fight Cybercrimes
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, July 1 -- Cedarville University issued the following news: * * * New Book Helps Readers Fight Cybercrimes By Allyson O'Bryant From phishing and extortion to data breaches, Americans in 2024 were victims of many top cybercrimes, losing more than $6.5 billion. Overall, cybercrime losses exceeded $16 billion in 2024 -- a 33% increase from the previous year. The rise in cybercrimes, according to the FBI, has shocked the American culture. This surge in cyberthreats underscores  more

Delirium Common for ICU Patients After Stroke
ALISO VIEJO, California, July 2 -- The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses issued the following news release: * * * Delirium Common for ICU Patients After Stroke Study in American Journal of Critical Care from researchers at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center found delirium affected 44% of patients who were critically ill after a stroke * Delirium affected 44% of critically ill patients in an Ohio medical center who were hospitalized after a recent stroke, according to  more

DeWine Signs Disastrous Budget That Will Cost GOP The Governor's Race
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 1 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * DeWine Signs Disastrous Budget That Will Cost GOP The Governor's Race * Tax breaks for billionaires, gutting public schools, raising cost of healthcare for thousands of Ohioans Columbus, Ohio -- Governor Mike DeWine signed the Republican "Billionaires First" budget into law. Instead of helping Ohio families this budget only helps wealthy Ohioans. Governor DeWine's refusal to use his veto power for good onl  more

Dolphins acquiring Giants TE Darren Waller for 2026 sixth-round pick
CANTON, Ohio, July 1 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Dolphins acquiring Giants TE Darren Waller for 2026 sixth-round pick * Darren Waller is returning to the NFL. The New York Giants are sending Waller and a 2027 conditional seventh-round draft pick to the Miami Dolphins for a 2026 sixth-round selection, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported, per sources informed of the trade. Waller, 32, retired last offseason in June after eight   more

GE Aerospace IUE-CWA Employees Ratify New Four-Year Contract
EVENDALE, Ohio, July 1 [Category: BizAerospace] -- GE Aerospace, a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft, issued the following news release: * * * GE Aerospace IUE-CWA Employees Ratify New Four-Year Contract * CINCINNATI - July 1, 2025 - GE Aerospace (NYSE: GE) today announced that a new four-year agreement has been ratified by employees represented by the International Union of Electronic, Electr  more

Husted Statement on Increasing Tax Cuts for Working Ohioans, Making Americans Safer and More Prosperous
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, issued the following news release on July 1, 2025: * * * Husted statement on increasing tax cuts for working Ohioans, making Americans safer and more prosperous WASHINGTON - Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) released the following statement following his vote to lower taxes and preserve tax cuts for working Ohioans and their families. "Today is good news for Ohioans who want to keep more of the money they earn, have access to good jobs, run successful sm  more

Jets RB Breece Hall on 2025 goals: 'Just proving that I'm still the guy and still one of the best in the league'
CANTON, Ohio, July 1 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Jets RB Breece Hall on 2025 goals: 'Just proving that I'm still the guy and still one of the best in the league' * The New York Jets are entering a fresh start with a new head coach and general manager. Many from the outside might think the Jets in Year 1 under Aaron Glenn and Darren Mougey are entering a rebuild. Veteran running back Breece Hall believes the new regime along with the o  more

Kaptur and DeLauro Introduce Bill to Rein in Executive Branch Spending Abuses and Uphold Congressional Appropriations Authority
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Kaptur and DeLauro Introduce Bill to Rein in Executive Branch Spending Abuses and Uphold Congressional Appropriations Authority * Washington, DC -- Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee, have introduced H.R. 4230 the Appropria  more

MSJ Launches Success+: Expanded Academic Support Program Within Learning Commons Structure
CINCINNATI, Ohio, July 2 -- Mount St. Joseph University issued the following news: * * * MSJ Launches Success+: Expanded Academic Support Program Within New Learning Commons Structure Reflecting MSJ's commitment to belonging, the Learning Commons empowers students to take ownership of their learning and advocate for their success. * Mount St. Joseph University is proud to introduce Success+, a redesigned and enhanced version of the longstanding Project EXCEL program, now offering tiered lev  more

North Star BlueScope Steel Advocates for Enhanced Tariff Inclusion Process
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- North Star BlueScope Steel has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Industry and Security at the U.S. Department of Commerce calling for support of the Section 232 Steel and Aluminum Tariff Inclusions Process. The letter, penned by Director of Strategic Initiatives Brian Kristofic, outlines the company's significant contributions to the U.S. steel industry while emphasizing the need for appropriate adjustments in tariff-related procedures. With a production c  more

North Star BlueScope Steel Submits Public Comment Supporting Steel Tariff Inclusions
WASHINGTON, July 2 -- North Star BlueScope Steel, Delta, Ohio, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, expressing strong support for the adoption of the Section 232 Steel and Aluminum Tariff Inclusions Process. In their letter addressed to Eric Longnecker, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Technology Security, the company emphasized its role in the U.S. steel industry and its impact on domestic manufacturing. As a member of the Steel Manufacturers Association, Nor  more

OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital Launches New Program to Support Veterans
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 2 -- OhioHealth issued the following news release: * * * OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital Launches New Program to Support Veterans * This summer, OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital is proud to launch a new Veterans Program dedicated to honoring and supporting patients who have served in the United States military. The program officially begins July 1 and will provide meaningful recognition to veteran patients while also building bonds between them and OhioHealth associates who h  more

Seven-round NFL mock draft, Round 2: Building a win-now team from active players for 2025 season
CANTON, Ohio, July 1 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Seven-round NFL mock draft, Round 2: Building a win-now team from active players for 2025 season * Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni bets that Penix's accuracy will pair nicely with first-round selection Derrick Henry, as defenses load the box to prevent King Henry from pummeling them. Young appeared to turn a corner at the end of 2024, giving offensive guru Andy Reid a glimpse of what is  more

The Buckeye Institute Comments After Governor DeWine Signs Budget
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 1 [Category: Think Tank] -- The Buckeye Institute, an independent research and educational institution that says its mission is to advance free-market public policy, posted the following news release: * * * The Buckeye Institute Comments After Governor DeWine Signs Budget * Columbus, OH - Greg R. Lawson, a research fellow at The Buckeye Institute, commented after Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 96--Ohio's biennial budget. "With Governor DeWine's signature, Ohio   more

Troutman Pepper Locke Helps Obtain Release of Pro Bono Client After 27 Years
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Troutman Pepper Locke Helps Obtain Release of Pro Bono Client After 27 Years * Troutman Pepper Locke recently partnered with the Duke University School of Law Wrongful Convictions Clinic to obtain a significant pro bono achievement for its client Benjamin Cole. Mr. Cole had been convicted of a 1998 murder in Greensboro, North Carolina. However, Mr. Cole had always maintained his  more

VOTE ALERT: Senator Husted Votes to Cut Ohioans' Medicaid
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 1 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * VOTE ALERT: Senator Husted Votes to Cut Ohioans' Medicaid * Columbus, Ohio- Today, Senator Jon Husted voted for the largest cut to Medicaid in history, giving tax breaks to billionaires while leaving Ohioans behind. Whether it's raising medical bills, putting the nearest hospital at risk of closing, or ripping away healthcare all together, this budget will be disastrous for Ohio and politically toxic for Sen  more

Wright State University Foundation Awards 11 Students First Fund Projects
KENT, Ohio, July 2 -- Wright State University issued the following news: * * * Wright State University Foundation awards 11 Students First Fund projects Eleven student-focused initiatives -- ranging from wellness and professional development to inclusive leadership and campus spirit -- received 2025 Students First Fund grants from the Wright State University Foundation. The foundation increased the total funds from $50,000 to $75,000 this year, allowing it to support a broader range of impac  more