State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (OH)
Recent News About State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (OH)
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Hicks-Hudson Responds to Governor's State of the State Address
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) has responded to Governor Mike DeWine's State of the State address, expressing both praise and criticism for the initiatives outlined. Hicks-Hudson emphasized the importance of investing in Ohio's children and highlighted ongoing efforts in Lucas County to provide mental health care to children and families.Hicks-Hudson commended the Governor's focus on children but noted that more efforts are needed to scale up investments in youth health and wellness across the state. She stressed the significance of recognizing the role of...
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Tips and Information for Constituents Experiencing Unemployment Issues
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson has reached out to the community to address the challenges faced by constituents dealing with Ohio's Unemployment system. In a letter to her neighbors, Senator Hicks-Hudson acknowledges the struggles many are experiencing due to issues such as unexpected terminations and demands for repayment of Pandemic Unemployment Assistance.Offering assistance to those navigating the complexities of the unemployment system, Senator Hicks-Hudson encourages individuals to reach out to her office for support. Providing both a phone number and email...
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Hicks-Hudson Votes "No" on House Bill 27
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson from Toledo, recently voted against House Bill 27, a higher-education bill that was amended at the last minute to allocate over $1 billion in capital budget dollars. Hicks-Hudson expressed her concerns regarding the bill, highlighting the lack of proper deliberation and transparency in the process.“The H.B. 27 capital budget amendment passed yesterday sets a dangerous precedent of allocating dollars with no real opportunity for proper deliberation,” said Hicks-Hudson. She emphasized that the bill did not undergo public input or committee...
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Hicks-Hudson, Smith Introduce Pay Equity Legislation
State Senators Kent Smith and Paula Hicks-Hudson recently introduced two bills aimed at addressing the gender wage gap in Ohio. The bills were unveiled during a press conference where they were joined by The Women’s Fund of Central Ohio and the Ohio Federation of Business and Professional Women.Smith emphasized the importance of fair pay, stating, "As Americans and Ohioans, we believe in a system where you get paid for the work you do." He highlighted the need for policies like an equal pay hotline and a fair paycheck workplace certification program to address the issue,...
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Hicks-Hudson Denounces Senate's Veto Override of H.B. 68
Jan 24, 2024State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) has strongly criticized the Ohio Senate's decision to override Governor DeWine's veto of House Bill 68. This bill, which has now become law, prohibits gender-affirming care for transgender minors and excludes transgender student athletes from participating in sports that align with their gender identity.In a statement, Hicks-Hudson expressed her deep disappointment in the Senate's actions, stating, "Once again, the Majority has chosen to maliciously target a vulnerable population in our state, by giving in to...
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Hicks-Hudson Statement on House Bill 68 Veto
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson has issued a statement in response to Governor Mike DeWine's veto of House Bill 68. The bill aimed to ban critical gender-affirming health care for minors and prevent transgender student-athletes from participating in sports teams that align with their gender identity.In her statement, Hicks-Hudson expressed her gratitude towards Governor DeWine for carefully considering the facts and listening to the experts before deciding to veto the legislation. She also highlighted the importance of the voices of Ohio citizens who testified against...
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Hicks-Hudson Introduces Bill to Aid Food Truck Owners
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson has introduced Senate Bill 203, aimed at easing the burden on food truck owners in Ohio. The bill would require state and local fire code officials to accept an inspection or permit issued by another jurisdiction as evidence of a mobile food vendor's compliance with Ohio Fire Code.According to Senator Hicks-Hudson, this legislation would eliminate barriers and red tape for small business owners. She emphasized the importance of safety requirements for mobile food trucks and stated, "The Ohio Fire Code contains substantive safety...
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Hicks-Hudson, Ingram Introduce C.R.O.W.N. Act to Combat Hair Discrimination
State Senators Paula Hicks-Hudson and Catherine D. Ingram have recently introduced Senate Bill 204, known as the C.R.O.W.N. Act (Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair), in the Senate. The legislation aims to prevent discrimination based on race-related characteristics, specifically protecting hair texture and cultural hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists. The bill extends these protections to areas such as employment, places of public accommodation, housing, and credit practices.In support of the C.R.O.W.N. Act, Senator Ingram referenced a famous...
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Hicks-Hudson Condemns Anti-Trans Attacks
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) has expressed her strong condemnation of the recent anti-trans attacks in Ohio. This comes after the Ohio Senate voted to pass House Bill 68, which seeks to ban critical gender-affirming health care for minors and transgender student-athletes from participating in sports teams that align with their gender identity.In a statement, Hicks-Hudson criticized the legislation, stating, "This legislation was passed with absolutely no consideration by the majority for the lives that it will adversely impact. H.B. 68 is another bill that...
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Hicks-Hudson Statement on House Bill 86 Passage
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) expressed her thoughts on the recent passage of House Bill 86 by the Ohio Senate. This bill brings changes to the adult use recreational marijuana laws that were previously approved under Issue 2.In her statement, Hicks-Hudson acknowledged that House Bill 86 is not perfect, but she believes it will benefit Ohio in the long run. She stated, "After contentious negotiations, the final version of House Bill 86 is certainly not perfect. But many of these changes to Issue 2 will in fact help make Ohio competitive and ensure we are...
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Senate Democrats Urge Against Fracking Under Ohio's State Parks
Members of the Ohio Senate Democratic Caucus have expressed their concerns regarding proposals to frack under Ohio's state parks. In a letter sent to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Oil and Gas Land Management Commission (OGLMC), the senators urged the commission to reject these applications. The senators highlighted the potential disastrous consequences that could arise from such activities, not only for the cleanliness and well-being of the state parks but also for the health and safety of the local residents and visitors.The letter stated, "If the Commission...
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Hicks-Hudson Introduces Legislation to Enable Striking Workers to Receive Unemployment Benefits
State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson has introduced a new legislation that would allow workers participating in a labor strike to collect unemployment benefits. The bill aims to support Ohio workers and their families by providing financial relief during strikes.In a statement, Hicks-Hudson emphasized the importance of addressing the needs of hardworking Ohioans. She stated, "A strike is a message from hardworking Ohioans that their needs must be met. These are not people who don’t want to work; they are people that want to work for a good wage, in safe conditions, and with...