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In 2022, Ashland County ranks 57th among Ohio counties for government transfer income per capita at $11,630

In 2022, residents of Ashland County received an average of $11,630 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 32nd lowest in Ohio.

By Mansfield Times | Mar 24, 2025

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Crawford County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 2.9% in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.9% of income in Crawford County, providing an average of $1,361 per capita to residents.

By Mansfield Times | Mar 22, 2025

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Ohio Senate approves $11 billion transportation budget

By Mansfield Times | Mar 19, 2025

The Ohio Senate has given its approval to Amended Substitute House Bill 54, marking the passage of an $11 billion transportation budget for the state.

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Ohio Senate passes modern energy policy with focus on baseload power

By Mansfield Times | Mar 19, 2025

The Ohio Senate has passed Senate Bill 2, a significant piece of legislation aimed at modernizing the state's energy policy.

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Richland County residents received $12,851 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 37th in Ohio

By Mansfield Times | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Richland County received an average of $12,851 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 37th highest in Ohio.

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Ashland County: Income Maintenance made up 1.9% of total income in 2022

By Mansfield Times | Mar 15, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.9% of income in Ashland County, providing an average of $885 per capita to residents.

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Crawford County ranks 15th highest in Ohio for per capita government transfer income at $14,189 in 2022

By Mansfield Times | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Crawford County received an average of $14,189 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 15th highest in Ohio.

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Crawford County ranks 20th in Ohio for government transfer dependency at 30.5% in 2022

By Mansfield Times | Mar 6, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 30.5% of income in Crawford County—ranking it 20th most dependent among Ohio counties.

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Richland County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 3% of income in 2022

By Mansfield Times | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3% of income in Richland County, providing an average of $1,368 per capita to residents.

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Ohio house passes major transportation budget

By Mansfield Times | Feb 26, 2025

State Representative Melanie Miller of Ashland has expressed her support for House Bill 54, the State Transportation Budget, which passed in the House with a unanimous bipartisan vote of 97-0. “This is a historic investment that prioritizes...

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Ohio lawmakers introduce Philip Wigal's Law after firefighter's death

By Mansfield Times | Feb 21, 2025

State Representatives Meredith Craig and Melanie Miller have introduced a new piece of legislation named Philip Wigal’s Law.

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Miller pushes for traffic study over highway interchange project

By Mansfield Times | Jan 23, 2025

State Representative Melanie Miller of Ashland has reintroduced a bill aimed at addressing a proposed highway interchange project in her district.

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Ohio lawmakers propose bipartisan commission to address municipal challenges

By Mansfield Times | Jan 22, 2025

State Representative Melanie Miller and Thomas Hall presented testimony in support of House Bill 304, aimed at forming a bipartisan commission to tackle municipal issues throughout Ohio.

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Melanie Miller appointed chair of Arts, Athletics & Tourism Committee

By Mansfield Times | Jan 17, 2025

State Representative Melanie Miller from Ashland has been appointed as the Chair of the Arts, Athletics & Tourism Committee for Ohio's 136th General Assembly.

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Romanchuk begins second term in Ohio Senate

By Mansfield Times | Jan 6, 2025

State Senator Mark Romanchuk of Ontario was officially sworn into the 136th General Assembly in Columbus today.

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Governor DeWine signs Never Alone Act ensuring patient advocacy rights

By Mansfield Times | Dec 21, 2024

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed the Never Alone Act into law, an initiative sponsored by State Representatives Melanie Miller and Beth Lear.

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Ohio passes law ensuring patient advocate access

By Mansfield Times | Dec 12, 2024

The Ohio House of Representatives has approved the Never Alone Act, aligning with the Ohio Senate's earlier decision.

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Ohio House approves bill honoring former Speaker Jo Ann Davidson

By Mansfield Times | Dec 5, 2024

The Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Bill 688, which aims to establish September 28th as Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Day.

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Marilyn John named Majority Floor Leader for Ohio's 136th General Assembly

By Mansfield Times | Nov 25, 2024

State Representative Marilyn John has been selected by the House majority caucus to take on the role of Majority Floor Leader for Ohio's 136th General Assembly.

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Ohio bill proposes using club sports for PE credits

By Mansfield Times | Nov 22, 2024

State Representatives Tom Young and Melanie Miller have introduced a new bill in Ohio that seeks to broaden the criteria for waiving high school physical education requirements.