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State Rep. Gail Pavliga

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  • Gail Pavliga honored as legislator of the year by children's services association

    State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) was recognized on Tuesday by the Public Children's Services Association of Ohio with the Legislator of the Year Award. This accolade honors legislators who demonstrate exceptional leadership and action on issues affecting children and families within the child services system.

  • Ohio lawmakers propose public posting of K-12 schools' Pledge of Allegiance policies

    Ohio lawmakers have introduced a bill in the House of Representatives that would require K-12 schools to publicly post their policies on the oral recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. Currently, Ohio schools are mandated by law to have a policy regarding whether students recite the pledge.

  • Ohio renames road for fallen Ravenna police officer killed by drunk driver

    Rebecca Wert said her first inkling she was a widow came less than two months after her wedding, from a police scanner.

  • Governor DeWine signs bill honoring fallen patrolman

    COLUMBUS – State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) announced that Governor DeWine has signed House Bill 380 into law. The bill, approved by the General Assembly last month, designates a portion of State Route 88 in Portage County as the "Patrolman James R. Wert Memorial Highway."

  • Ohio seeks permanent funding solution for suicide prevention hotline

    Two years after its implementation, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in Ohio has seen a significant increase in usage, with 20,000 contacts recorded in June. Despite this rise, the service lacks a dedicated funding source and remains subject to political fluctuations.

  • Ohio House passes major capital funding bill benefiting Portage County

    The Ohio House of Representatives passed Substitute House Bill 2 today, the state’s two-year construction budget for capital projects throughout Ohio. State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) announced that the bill will allocate more than $4.2 billion for capital projects, including $717 million in one-time project funding from the Strategic Community Investment Fund.

  • Ohio House passes bill to designate highway in honor of Patrolman William J. Keller

    The Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Bill 380, designating a portion of I-76 in Portage County as the "Patrolman William J. Keller Memorial Highway." Representative Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) announced the legislation's approval.

  • Pavliga Announces More than $3.88 Million in Funding for Portage County

    State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) has revealed that over $3.88 million in funding has been allocated to various projects in Portage County. The funds are earmarked for significant developments including the construction of a new barrack at Camp James A. Garfield, renovations at the Kent State University Kent campus, and the establishment of new multi-use trails. The State Controlling Board gave the green light to these initiatives during a recent meeting.In a statement, Pavliga expressed her enthusiasm about the impact of the funding, stating, "These funds will...

  • Pavliga Receives Ohio Housing Council Legislator of the Year Award

    State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) has been named the recipient of the Legislator of the Year Award by the Ohio Housing Council for her dedicated work on workforce and affordable housing in Ohio."It is a true honor to receive this award," said Pavliga. "Ensuring that Ohioans can afford a roof over their heads must remain a top priority for our state, and I will not stop fighting to make that happen."Pavliga's efforts were recognized for her work on House Bill 3, specifically focusing on addressing workforce housing tax credits. Her contributions led to the...

  • Pavliga, 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 for various projects across the state. State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) announced the approval of this one-time funding, with nearly $2.8 million directly benefiting Portage County.Pavliga expressed optimism about the future of Ohio, stating, "These investments in our community and its residents will help shape Portage County for years to come."As a champion for her local community, Pavliga has secured several...

  • Pavliga Issues Statement on House Override of Governor DeWine's Veto of SAFE Act, Save Women's Sports Act

    State Representative Gail Pavliga has released a statement applauding the Ohio House of Representatives for voting to override Governor Mike DeWine's veto of House Bill 68, which combines the Save Adolescents from Experimentation Act (SAFE) and the Save Women's Sports Act. Pavliga expressed her support for the bill, stating that it aims to empower parents, protect children, and maintain the integrity of women's sports in Ohio.In her statement, Pavliga said, "Today, I voted to empower parents, protect children, and maintain the integrity of women's sports in Ohio. By...