A revived Ohio House bill could end several ongoing eminent domain lawsuits in Mahoning County “There’s obviously a balance between utilizing eminent domain. To use it for a recreational trail that is affecting so many peoples’ lives — it seems to be an overstep,” state Rep. Al Cutrona said. Feb 9, 2021 3:52 AM By: Justin Dennis Updated [EDITOR'S NOTE: A previous version of this story incorrectly reported the total acreage sought for seizure in the lawsuits. ] COLUMBUS — A new Ohio House bill revisits ongoing legal battles over local land seizures by Mill Creek MetroParks for a recreational bike trail. House Bill 63, introduced last week by state Reps. Al Cutrona of Canfield, R-59th, and Reggie Stolzfus of Paris Township, R-50th, would revise the state’s eminent domain laws to give governing bodies and probate courts veto powers when such land-taking is for a recreational trail.