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Reps. Miranda, Jarrells Hosted Press Conference Introducing Marriage Equality Legislation in Ohio
State Reps. Jessica E. Miranda and Dontavius Jarrells held a press conference in Columbus yesterday to announce the introduction of the Marriage Equality Act in Ohio. The proposed bill aims to provide legal protections for same-sex and interracial marriages, granting them the same rights and benefits as any other married couple.During the press conference, Rep. Miranda emphasized the importance of the legislation in promoting love and respect for all Ohioans. She stated, "Marriage for all Ohioans, regardless of gender, race, or sexuality, should be protected. A marriage...
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Rep. Miranda's Scout's Honor Bill Signed Into Law
COLUMBUS – Ohio State Representative Jessica E. Miranda (D-Forest Park) has announced that House Bill (HB 35), known as the Scout's Honor Law, has been signed into law by Governor Mike DeWine. The law eliminates the statute of limitations for victims of childhood sexual abuse participating in a bankruptcy settlement. This legislation specifically aims to allow survivors of abuse from the Boy Scouts of America to participate in the national bankruptcy settlement and receive 100% of their settlement.Expressing her gratitude towards the survivors who entrusted her with this...
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Medicare Virtual Town Hall & Check-up Events Announced for Ohio's Senior Citizens
State Rep. Jessica E. Miranda (D-Forest Park) has announced an important information session for seniors in Ohio. The Ohio Department of Insurance (ODI) and the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) will be hosting a free virtual town hall on Thursday, October 12th, at 11:30 a.m. The purpose of the town hall is to assist Ohioans on Medicare in preparing for the upcoming Medicare open enrollment period, specifically addressing the important changes to Medicare in 2024.Rep. Miranda expressed her support for the event, stating, "I wanted to highlight the...
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Ohio House Democrats Condemn Assault on Israel
Ohio House Democrats Condemn Assault on IsraelOct 7, 2023COLUMBUS – Members of the Ohio House Democratic leadership and representatives, including Reps. Allison Russo, Dontavius Jarrells, Jessica E. Miranda, Tavia Galonski, Bride Rose Sweeney, Terrence Upchurch, Michele Grim, Ismail Mohamed, Dani Isaacsohn, and Casey Weinstein, have issued a statement condemning the recent deadly surprise attack by Hamas militants on Israel.The attack involved the firing of thousands of rockets from Gaza towards central and southern Israel, resulting in multiple Israeli civilian...
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Rep. Miranda Announces Funding for Domestic Violence Shelters, Law Enforcement Agencies, and Other Non-Profits Across Ohio
COLUMBUS - State Representative Jessica E. Miranda (D-Forest Park) has announced that the Controlling Board has approved the release of $2 million in remaining Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding. This funding will be allocated to Ohio's domestic violence shelters, law enforcement agencies, and other non-profit organizations to provide them with additional resources.In a statement, Rep. Miranda expressed her satisfaction with the allocation of funds, saying, "It was important to me that the Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding went to an important cause. I am...
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Scout's Honor Bill Passed by Ohio Senate
COLUMBUS - The Ohio Senate has unanimously passed House Bill (HB) 35, also known as the "Scout's Honor Law," which eliminates the civil statute of limitations for child sexual abuse in bankruptcy cases. This landmark legislation enables survivors and participants in The Boy Scouts of America settlement to receive the full amount owed to them.State Representative Jessica Miranda, a Democrat from Forest Park, expressed her pride and gratitude for the passage of the bill, stating, "I am so proud of all the hard work and dedication that moved HB 35 to this incredible...
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Rep. Miranda Supports Lawsuit Against Unconstitutional School Board Takeover
State Representative Jessica Miranda (D-Forest Park) has expressed her support for a lawsuit filed by seven members of the State Board of Education in Ohio. The lawsuit alleges that the K-12 education overhaul, which was pushed through the state operating budget in June, violates the Ohio Constitution. The DeWine administration has been temporarily blocked from implementing the new Department of Education and Workforce (DEW) or appointing a director for the agency, as ordered by Judge Karen Phipps of Franklin County Common Pleas Court.Rep. Miranda, who previously served...