AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoStatehouse Watch: Ohio lawmakers are being called back to Columbus next Wednesday for a rare last-minute session focused on a proposed 90-day gas and diesel tax holiday, a move GOP leaders say needs Democratic support to pass and that both Vivek Ramaswamy and Amy Acton have backed amid record pump prices tied to the Iran war and refinery disruptions. Emergency Response: Gov. Mike DeWine declared a state of emergency in 19 Ohio counties after severe flooding, directing state agencies to help with cleanup and recovery. Local Government & Surveillance: Monroe ended its contract with Flock Safety, shutting down all 23 license-plate cameras as privacy backlash continues nationwide. Elections & Integrity: Ohio’s Secretary of State warned voters about election-related scams, urging people to use official .gov sites and not click suspicious links. Public Finance Accountability: The Auditor of State declared the Village of Martinsville “unauditable” for 2024-2025 due to missing financial records, with a 90-day fix deadline or possible legal action. Education: Westshore-area districts earned strong Ohio report card results, with several schools posting five-star ratings.
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