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Ottawa County: Residents received $32.63 million per capita from Income Maintenance transfers in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.3% of income in Ottawa County, providing an average of $816 per capita to residents.

By Vacationland Times | Mar 22, 2025

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Ohio House approves bill eliminating replacement property tax levies

State Representative Gary Click has announced the Ohio House of Representatives' approval of House Bill 28.

By Vacationland Times | Mar 20, 2025

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Ohio House votes to make Wright Flyer III official state plane

By Vacationland Times | Mar 19, 2025

State Representative Gary Click has voted in favor of designating the 1905 Wright Flyer III as Ohio's official state airplane.

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Erie County residents received $13,503 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 29th in Ohio

By Vacationland Times | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Erie County received an average of $13,503 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 29th highest in Ohio.

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Huron County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 2.6% in 2022

By Vacationland Times | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.6% of income in Huron County, providing an average of $1,237 per capita to residents.

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Sandusky County: Income Maintenance made up 2.1% of total income in 2022

By Vacationland Times | Mar 11, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.1% of income in Sandusky County, providing an average of $1,026 per capita to residents.

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Ottawa County ranks 10th highest in Ohio for per capita government transfer income at $14,894 in 2022

By Vacationland Times | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Ottawa County received an average of $14,894 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 10th highest in Ohio.

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Sandusky County ranks 36th in Ohio for government transfer dependency at 26.4% in 2022

By Vacationland Times | Mar 6, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 26.4% of income in Sandusky County—ranking it 36th most dependent among Ohio counties.

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Ohio representatives propose Keith's Law to aid special needs in emergencies

By Vacationland Times | Mar 3, 2025

State Representatives Gary Click and Brian Lorenz have introduced "Keith’s Law," a legislative proposal aimed at improving the capacity of first responders to assist individuals with special needs during emergencies.

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Erie County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2% of income in 2022

By Vacationland Times | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2% of income in Erie County, providing an average of $1,206 per capita to residents.

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EDA awards $26,000 in grants for economic development projects in Erie County in 2023

By Vacationland Times | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $26,000 in grants for economic development projects in Erie County, Ohio.

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Gary Click named chair of Ohio's community revitalization committee

By Vacationland Times | Jan 15, 2025

State Representative Gary Click of Vickery has been appointed as the Chair of the House Community Revitalization Committee for the 136th General Assembly.

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Ohio governor signs bill mandating religious release time instruction policies

By Vacationland Times | Jan 13, 2025

State Representative Gary Click's legislation on religious release time instruction has been signed into law by Governor DeWine.

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Ohio passes bill enhancing expulsion policies for student safety

By Vacationland Times | Jan 9, 2025

State Representative Gary Click's legislation aimed at improving school safety has been signed into law.

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Ohio enacts Parents' Bill of Rights requiring parental notification on student health

By Vacationland Times | Jan 8, 2025

State Representative D.J. Swearingen has announced the signing of the Parents’ Bill of Rights into Ohio law.

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Ohio governor receives Parents' Bill of Rights for consideration

By Vacationland Times | Dec 30, 2024

The Parents’ Bill of Rights, a key legislative priority for the 135th General Assembly, has been forwarded to Ohio Governor Mike DeWine for approval.

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Governor DeWine signs bills impacting veterans memorials and SORN laws

By Vacationland Times | Dec 20, 2024

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed House Bill 81 into law, as announced by State Representative D.J. Swearingen.

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Ohio Legislature passes bills on school safety and religious release time

By Vacationland Times | Dec 20, 2024

The Ohio Legislature has passed two bills sponsored by State Representative Gary Click during its recent session.

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School expulsion policy proposal passes Ohio House

By Vacationland Times | Dec 4, 2024

State Representative Gary Click's legislation aimed at establishing an expulsion policy for students deemed a severe threat to themselves, others, or school faculty has passed the Ohio House.

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Ohio lawmakers introduce America First Act on unlawful immigration

By Vacationland Times | Oct 4, 2024

State Representatives Gary Click and Nick Santucci have introduced the America First Act in Ohio, targeting unlawful immigration within the state. The bill aims to align with federal immigration policies while addressing issues at the state level.