State Rep. Douglas Swearingen, Jr.
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Ohio House Passes Legislation to Combat Fentanyl Crisis, Update Non-Profit Corporation Law
COLUMBUS – The Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Bill 230, legislation aimed at combating drug and human trafficking in Ohio. State Rep. D.J. Swearingen (R-Huron), the sponsor of the bill, emphasized the importance of the legislation in addressing the fentanyl crisis. Swearingen, along with State Rep. Cindy Abrams (R-Harrison), introduced the bill as a response to the alarming increase in drug overdoses, particularly fentanyl poisoning, in Ohio and across the United States.“This bill will ensure that the appropriate individuals face consequences for their...
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House Committee Passes Bill to Designate Ottawa County Veterans Memorial Highway
COLUMBUS— The House Transportation Committee today passed House Bill 335, legislation to designate a portion of State Route 163 in Ottawa County as Ottawa County Veterans Memorial Highway, announced bill sponsor, State Rep. D.J. Swearingen (R-Huron).Swearingen specifically cites the historic events that took place on September 10, 1813, during which nine vessels under the command of Commodore Oliver Perry defeated six vessels from Great Britain’s Royal Navy near Put-In-Bay on Lake Erie. Additionally, over 3,000 veterans currently call Ottawa County home."Renaming this...
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House Committee Begins Hearings on Bill to Require Employer Use of E-Verify Program
State Representative D.J. Swearingen, a Republican from Huron, presented sponsor testimony today before the House Commerce and Labor Committee on House Bill 327. The bill aims to require employers in Ohio to use the E-Verify program, an internet-based program that helps employers verify the work authorization of new hires.The E-Verify program is a valuable tool that streamlines the verification process of new employees' work permits, visas, and citizenship within a matter of seconds. By implementing this program, employers can ensure that they are hiring individuals who...
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Ohio House Passes Strategic Community Investment Fund
The Ohio House of Representatives has approved the Strategic Community Investment Fund, a historic initiative that aims to support statewide, regional, and local projects. The fund, which includes $350 million in total, will allocate nearly $6 million specifically for projects in northern Ohio. State Rep. D.J. Swearingen (R-Huron) announced the approval of the fund as part of Substitute House Bill 2."I hope these investments will enrich the lives of those who call the 89th district home and draw more families to our region," said Swearingen. "The initiatives also...
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Wiggam, Swearingen Introduce Legislation to Require Employer Use of E-Verify Program
In an effort to protect Ohio's workforce and address the state's workforce needs, Representatives Wiggam and Swearingen have introduced legislation that would require employers to use the E-Verify program. The program, which confirms an employee's employment eligibility with federal records, aims to streamline the verification process and prevent the exploitation of illegal workers.Wiggam highlighted the importance of the E-Verify program in protecting Ohio's workers. He stated, "Once implemented, the E-Verify program will help protect Ohio's workforce against job loss...