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The number of COVID-19 cases, deaths and hospitalizations have been on the decline in the Mahoning Valley and across Ohio. Vaccinations are being distributed
Census data delay puts Ohio redistricting behind schedule: Capitol Letter
Updated Feb 15, 2021;
Posted Feb 15, 2021
Ohio s congressional map is pieced together with four intentionally Democratic districts and 12 for the Republicans.
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Map crunch: The Census Bureau says it could be as late as Sept. 30 before it provides states with the 2020 data necessary to draw new congressional and Statehouse district lines, the result of coronavirus-related delays. The detailed local population counts normally are available by the end of March, Rich Exner reports. That means some Ohio deadlines for drawing new maps will be broken. The maps, for elections from 2022 through 2030, will be the first under voter-approved reform. Secretary of State Frank LaRose tweeted Saturday that the delay was “unacceptable” and said he’s working with Attorney General Dave Yost to “explore options.”
Governor Mike DeWine s Week in Review for the week ending Feb. 12, 2021 DeWine
COLUMBUS - Throughout the week, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted provided updates on Ohio s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as other state initiatives.
On Monday, Governor DeWine announced that he is reaffirming his commitment to improving the safety of Ohio s roads by including provisions in his Executive Budget proposal that strengthen Ohio s distracted driving laws.
With limited exceptions, the Hands-Free Ohio provisions in Governor DeWine s budget proposal will make driving while handling any electronic wireless device a primary offense for adult drivers and will increase fines for drivers who habitually use devices while driving. In cases where a driver using a device causes serious injury or death, the penalties will mirror those of drunken driving.