Ohio State Rep. Melanie Miller (R-Columbus)
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Recent News About Ohio State Rep. Melanie Miller (R-Columbus)
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Ohio representatives introduce bill regulating practice of midwifery
State Representatives Riordan McClain (R-Upper Sandusky) and Melanie Miller (R-City of Ashland) introduced legislation last week aimed at regulating the practice of midwifery in Ohio. The proposed House Bill 545 seeks to create a midwifery licensure, protect traditional midwifery, and establish an advisory council for midwives in the state. The bill had its second hearing today in the Health Provider Services Committee.
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Ohio House passes 'Never Alone Act' ensuring patient advocates
COLUMBUS—The Ohio House of Representatives today unanimously passed House Bill 236, the Never Alone Act, announced bill sponsors, State Reps. Melanie Miller (R-Ashland) and Beth Lear (R-Galena). The bill ensures every patient has access to an advocate in a hospital, nursing home, or other congregate care setting, especially during a health emergency.
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Ohio House passes bill updating cosmetology and barber licensing
The Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Bill 158, a measure jointly sponsored by State Representatives Bill Roemer (R-Richfield) and Melanie Miller (R-Ashland). The bill, which received unanimous support, aims to modernize the statutes governing the Cosmetology and Barber Board.
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Ohio state representative honors police officer for saving child's life
State Rep. Melanie Miller (R-City of Ashland) presented a commendation from the Ohio House of Representatives to Ashland Police Officer Soren Osicka during a recognition ceremony on the House floor. Miller also acknowledged Ashland Police Chief David Lay, Captain Craig Kiley, and Lieutenant Aaron Klein for their long-standing service in law enforcement to the Ashland community.
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Miller, Ohio House Approve $350 Million Strategic Community Investment Fund
The Ohio House of Representatives has passed Substitute House Bill 2, which will allocate $350 million from the Strategic Community Investment Fund to various projects across Ohio. State Rep. Melanie Miller (R-Ashland) made the announcement, stating that this one-time funding will be used for statewide, regional, and local initiatives. Notably, nearly $1.3 million of this investment will directly benefit Ashland and Medina Counties.Expressing her enthusiasm, Miller said, "I am delighted to see these projects coming to the 67th District. These investments in our community...
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Miller Issues Statement on House Override of Governor DeWine's SAFE Act, Save Women's Sports Act Veto
State Representative Melanie Miller (R-City of Ashland) has released a statement regarding the Ohio House of Representatives' decision to override Governor DeWine's veto of House Bill 68, known as the SAFE Act and the Save Women's Sports Act.In her statement, Miller emphasized the importance of protecting women and children. She stated, "This is a vote to protect women and children. We must protect our children from making life-altering decisions at such an early age – decisions that they will never be able to reverse. Moms and dads always need to be a part of these...