State Rep. Kevin Miller
Recent News About State Rep. Kevin Miller
-
Ohio House Passes Legislation for Innovative Specialty License Plate Program
The Ohio House of Representatives today passed House Bill 194, legislation that creates a voluntary and innovative specialty plate program providing additional license plate options for Ohioans. The measure was spearheaded by State Representative Kevin Miller (R-Newark).
-
House committee passes bill to increase penalties for OVI and vehicular homicide
The House Criminal Justice Committee has passed House Bill 37, legislation that proposes to increase the penalty for Aggravated Vehicular Homicides committed by drunk drivers. The announcement was made by bill sponsors, State Reps. Mark Johnson (R-Chillicothe) and Kevin Miller (R-Newark).
-
House committee passes bill for Tuscarawas Valley Memorial Highway
The House Transportation Committee has passed House Bill 380, a piece of legislation that aims to establish the Tuscarawas Valley Memorial Highway. The announcement was made by the bill's sponsors, State Reps. Brett Hillyer (R-Uhrichsville) and Kevin Miller (R-Newark).
-
LaRe, Miller Secure Funding for Buckeye Lake
State Reps. Jeff LaRe and Kevin Miller have successfully secured $10 million for the development of Buckeye Lake North Shore Park and Pier. The funding, obtained through the Strategic Community Investment Fund, aims to enhance Ohio's first State Park and bolster the region's tourism industry.LaRe emphasized the significance of the funding, stating, "Buckeye Lake is a critical economic driver of our region. This funding will ensure generations to come get to experience the beauty of the Buckeye Lake Region and surrounding communities."Miller echoed LaRe's sentiments,...
-
Miller, Ohio House Passes Strategic Community Investment Fund
The Ohio House of Representatives has passed the Strategic Community Investment Fund, a historic initiative that includes $350 million for statewide, regional, and local projects. State Rep. Kevin Miller, who announced the approval of the fund, expressed his pride in championing the funding to improve the lives of his constituents.Miller stated, "These investments are transformational for our region. I am proud to have championed the funding to improve the everyday lives of my constituents."The Strategic Community Investment Fund was established under the state's main...
-
Hillyer, Miller Introduce Bill to Designate Tuscarawas Valley Memorial Highway
State Representatives Brett Hillyer and Kevin Miller have introduced legislation to establish the Tuscarawas Valley Memorial Highway. The proposed bill designates a section of I-70 in Licking County, Ohio as the Tuscarawas Valley Memorial Highway, in memory of the victims of a tragic bus accident that occurred in November of last year."Our community was deeply impacted by the tragic accident that took place late last year, and we feel the loss of the victims every single day," expressed Hillyer. "The establishment of this highway is a small way to honor their lives and...
-
Miller Votes in Favor of Veto Override
State Representative Kevin Miller (R-Newark) has expressed his support for the Ohio House's decision to override Governor DeWine's veto of House Bill 68, the SAFE Act and Save Women's Sports Act. In a statement released today, Miller emphasized the importance of protecting children and women's sports.Miller stated, "My colleagues and I exercised our rights as a legislative body to override Governor DeWine's veto on the SAFE Act and Save Women's Sports Act. Legislation that protects our children and women's sports should not be overlooked or taken lightly. I encourage the...
-
Ohio House Passes Bill to Raise Penalties for Felony Domestic Violence Offenders
The Ohio House of Representatives has taken a significant step in addressing the issue of domestic violence by passing House Bill 111. Sponsored by State Reps. Jeff LaRe and Kevin Miller, the bill aims to raise the penalties for domestic violence offenders from a "low tier" third-degree felony to a "high tier" third-degree felony.Under the current law, repeat domestic violence offenders charged with a third-degree felony face a sentencing range of 9-36 months. However, House Bill 111 seeks to reflect the gravity of repeat offenses by increasing the sentencing range to...
-
Ohio House Passes Legislation Allowing Police Departments to Fill Vacant Positions Without Competitive Examination
The Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Bill 241, which grants police departments the authority to fill vacant positions without a competitive examination, according to State Representative Kevin Miller (R-Newark), the sponsor of the bill.The new legislation enables police departments to fill civil service vacancies without conducting an exam if they can provide evidence that the competitive component of the exams is unnecessary and the applicant possesses exceptional qualifications.Representative Miller explained the rationale behind the bill, stating,...
-
Ohio House Passes Legislation to Link Organ Donor Registration to Hunting and Fishing License Applications
The Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Bill 256, a new legislation that will require the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to inquire about organ donation when individuals register for a hunting or fishing license. The bill, joint sponsored by State Reps. Kevin Miller and Rodney Creech, aims to address the demand for life-saving organ transplants in Ohio.With over 2,700 registered individuals waiting for organ transplants in Ohio, the legislation seeks to increase the number of potential organ donors by linking the registration process to hunting and...
-
House Committee Passes Bill to Link Organ Donor Registration to Hunting and Fishing License Applications
The Ohio House Public Health Policy Committee has passed House Bill 256, a bill that will require the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to inquire about organ donation when individuals register for a hunting or fishing license. The bill, joint sponsored by State Reps. Rodney Creech and Kevin Miller, aims to address the demand for organ transplants in Ohio.According to the article, Ohio currently has over 2,700 registered individuals waiting for an organ transplant procedure. House Bill 256 seeks to increase the number of potential organ donors by linking the process of...
-
Criminal Justice Committee Passes Bill to Raise Penalties for Felony Domestic Violence Offenders
The House Criminal Justice Committee has unanimously passed House Bill 111, a bill aimed at raising penalties for domestic violence offenders. The bill, sponsored by State Reps. LaRe and Miller, seeks to address the severity of domestic violence and provide better protection for victims.Currently, repeat domestic violence offenders charged with a third-degree felony face a "low tier" sentencing range of 9-36 months. However, House Bill 111 proposes increasing the penalties to a "high tier" sentencing range of 12-60 months. This is an important step in recognizing the...