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Jena Powell

Great News for Ohio!

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Yesterday, the Ohio House passed two incredible bills. One, HB 606, provides COVID-19 litigation reform (policy point 4). The second, HB 272, ensures that government bureaucrats are not allowed to close places of worship, and also ensures in-person voting this November (policy point 7).

This is great news for Ohioans! We are not done yet – the House and Senate must still override the Governor’s veto of SB 55, which will allow the Governor only 30 days of emergency order without approval from the Legislature. My job is not done until every Ohioan can live in freedom. It’s crucial we continue working on good policy to protect families, businesses, churches, non-profits, etc. and ensure that the balance of power is retained here in Ohio.

 

What does HB 606 mean for your business, church, school?

Protection from liability if someone tests positive for COVID-19 after going to your business, church, or school
Ability to open your business, church, school without worry that you will be sued because someone contacted COVID-19

 

What does HB 272 mean for you?

Elections must proceed as prescribed in the Ohio Revised Code
No public official can shut down Ohio churches with an order

What does HB 606 mean for your business, church, school?

Protection from liability if someone tests positive for COVID-19 after going to your business, church, or school
Ability to open your business, church, school without worry that you will be sued because someone contacted COVID-19

What does HB 272 mean for you?

Elections must proceed as prescribed in the Ohio Revised Code
No public official can shut down Ohio churches with an order

Jena Powell

Open Letter To Speaker Bob Cupp and Governor Mike DeWine

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Dear Governor DeWine and Speaker Cupp,

For the past 164 days, our community has been under a declared state of emergency. At the beginning of this pandemic, we did not have the data we now have. We now have a clearer picture of what is going on. We know, according to the data we now have from the CDC, that only 1% of Americans have contracted COVID-19 and only 0.04% of Americans have died from COVID-19 (as of the week of July 10-15).

There are many secondary effects occurring in our state as a result, which include business closures, domestic abuse, child abuse, substance abuse, and numerous other issues.

Today, I would like to specifically discuss the suicide and drug overdoses happening in Ohio’s 80th House District. My community is hurting in many ways, and the heavy hand of government is harming individuals and businesses across our state.  When it comes to opioids, we have seen a 178% increase in drug overdose calls to the Troy Fire Department. The House, Senate, and Administration have worked hard combating the opioid epidemic over the past five years, but now we are unfortunately seeing a rise. We are also seeing a rise in suicide in our community. Troy has experienced a 267% increase in suicide calls this year. According to a recent CDC survey, 24.7% of 18-24 year olds and 19.5% of 25-44 year olds started or increased substance use to cope with pandemic-related stress or emotions. The same survey, taken at the end of June, found that 25.5% of 18-24 year olds and 16.0% of 25-44 year olds had seriously considered suicide in the past 30 days.

Again, I’d like to reiterate. According to the CDC, as of July 10-15, only 1% of Americans had contacted COVID-19 and only 0.04% of Americans have died from COVID-19.

Speaker Cupp, my request is that we go back in session and address the seven policy points I laid out last week.

Governor DeWine, my request is for you to remove the COVID-19 regulations that are on our state, and get Ohio working, educating, and living again.

Ohioans elected me to represent them in the legislature, and I will work diligently for every student to be back in school, every business to be open, and all of our rights to be protected.

Sincerely,

Jena Powell, State Representative for Ohio’s 80th House District

‘Community Conversation’ event on Covid-19 Data with Special Guest, Troy Fire Chief Matthew Simmons

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ARCANUM — State Rep. Jena Powell (R-Arcanum) will be hosting a community conversation event with Troy Fire Chief Matthew Simmons to discuss COVID-19 numbers and statistics. The event will be held via Facebook Live on Wednesday, August 12 at noon. “I look forward to discussing COVID-19 with a well-respected leader in our community,” said Powell. “This community conversation will bring to light important statistics, including drug overdoses, successful treatments, studies on asymptomatic spread, and more.”

Chief Simmons has served the city of Troy in fire service for 20 years. He has pioneered multiple community outreach programs, including a heroin task force in conjunction with the Ohio Attorney General’s Office to combat the increasing epidemic. Chief Simmons is also a Navy veteran and holds certifications as a Firefighter, Paramedic, Fire Safety Inspector, and Fire and Explosive Investigator.

Rep. Jena Powell is currently serving her first term as a state representative. She represents the 80th Ohio House District, which encompasses Miami County and a portion of Darke County.

Jena Powell

Open Letter To Governor Mike DeWine and Speaker Bob Cupp

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August 11, 2020

Dear Governor DeWine and Speaker Cupp,

Ohioans need to have complete confidence that the leadership of Ohio is putting the needs of Ohioans first during this time of economic and health crises. Today, I am firmly and respectfully calling for the Ohio House to meet and act upon the following legislative priorities:

1. Remove the Statewide mask mandate

2. Remove stifling COVID-19 regulations on small businesses

3. Take pandemic powers out of the hands of bureaucrats

4. Pass COVID-19 litigation reform for private businesses and schools

5. Override the veto of Senate Bill 55

6. Fully and safely re-open schools this fall

7. Protect in-person voting in the November election

I also call upon the Governor to remember his duty to the Constitution of the State of Ohio, and to the citizens of our great state. Stifling COVID-19 regulations on Ohio individuals, small businesses, and schools must be removed immediately so that our communities can make their own responsible decisions during this pandemic. Ohioans elected me to fight for them, and I will not stop fighting until every student is back safely in school, every business is open, and all of our rights are protected.

Sincerely,

Jena Powell

State Representative

Ohio’s 80th House District

 

Jena Powell

Powell announces ‘Community Conversation’ event on Covid-19 Data with Special Guest, Troy Fire Chief Matthew Simmons

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ARCANUM — State Rep. Jena Powell (R-Arcanum) on Tuesday announced she will be hosting a community conversation event with Troy Fire Chief Matthew Simmons to discuss COVID-19 numbers and statistics. The event will be held via Facebook Live on Wednesday, August 12 at noon.

“I look forward to discussing COVID-19 with a well-respected leader in our community,” said Powell. “This community conversation will bring to light important statistics, including drug overdoses, successful treatments, studies on asymptomatic spread, and more.”

Chief Simmons has served the city of Troy in fire service for 20 years. He has pioneered multiple community outreach programs, including a heroin task force in conjunction with the Ohio Attorney General’s Office to combat the increasing epidemic. Chief Simmons is also a Navy veteran and holds certifications as a Firefighter, Paramedic, Fire Safety Inspector, and Fire and Explosive Investigator.

To participate in the community conversation, please visit Rep. Powell’s Facebook page. If you have any questions about the event or how to access the Facebook page, please email Rep80@ohiohouse.gov

Rep. Jena Powell is currently serving her first term as a state representative. She represents the 80th Ohio House District, which encompasses Miami County and a portion of Darke County.

Jena Powell

Op-Ed: Supporting Ohio Manufacturers And American Jobs With President Trump

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President Trump’s actions show that meaningful workforce development in Ohio and across America is possible, even during the midst of our current economic crisis due to COVID-19. Despite the challenges Ohioans and Americans are facing in this time, President Trump’s continued support of American jobs is producing great results.

Thursday, President Trump will visit a Whirlpool Corporation manufacturing plant in Clyde, Ohio. This will be the President’s sixteenth trip to Ohio, and the President will discuss his Administration’s successful efforts to revive and support our nation’s resurgent manufacturing industry.

Here in Ohio, we are very proud of all of our businesses, including our manufacturers. The Whirlpool facility in Clyde employs over 3,000 individuals, and has around 10,000 employees across Ohio. The Clyde Whirlpool facility is also the largest washer manufacturing plant in the world.

In 2018, President Trump decided to provide targeted relief to U.S. manufacturers negatively affected by surging imports of washing machines and solar products. This particular move allowed Whirlpool to hire 200 additional full-time workers at the Clyde location, and Whirlpool applauded the Administration’s efforts as “a victory for American workers and consumers alike.”

As President Trump renews our focus on American-made products, we know the huge benefit that Ohio manufacturing companies provide to our communities. At the state level, I look forward to continuing to push legislation that supports American workers and creates jobs right here in our great state of Ohio.

Welcome to Ohio, President Trump. We are thrilled to have you here moving forward on workforce development during this crucial time.

State Rep. Jena Powell (R-Arcanum) is currently serving her first term as a state representative. She represents the 80th Ohio House District, which encompasses Miami County and a portion of Darke County. Powell serves as Vice Chair to the Economic and Workforce Development and has introduced legislation regarding license reciprocity, apprenticeship programs, crowdfunding and other workforce bills. 

*original Op-Ed released here: http://www.ohiohouse.gov/jena-powell/press/op-ed-supporting-ohio-manufacturers-and-american-jobs-with-president-trump

Jena Powell

Rep. Powell Statement On Forge Leadership Network Scholarships

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COLUMBUS – Representative Jena Powell (R-Arcanum) is offering students in District 80 scholarships to attend the Forge Leadership Summit. Rep. Powell is offering 75% scholarships to individuals in the district who are accepted into the Leadership Summit hosted by Forge Leadership Network, taking place July 21-25, 2020.

The Forge Leadership Summit is a five-day intensive filled with dynamic trainings, professional development, and renowned speakers. Accepted students represent talented conservative students and young professionals, ages 18-25, wanting to engage in politics, culture, and business.

Rep. Powell says, “This is a great opportunity for young, aspiring leaders in the 80th district to come and receive top-notch training and mentoring. Especially in today’s world, good leadership is crucial, and leaders of all ages in all sectors of the market are needed.”

For those who are interested in applying, www.ForgeLeadership.org/Apply has online applications. You must be between the ages of 18 and 25 to apply. Mention Rep. Powell’s office in the “How did you hear about Forge?” field to ensure your scholarship is applied.

As always, if you have state government concerns you can give our office a call at 614-466-8114 or email Rep80@ohiohouse.gov.

Jena Powell

Powell asks students to participate in Women’s Voting Exhibit

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COLUMBUS – State Rep. Jena Powell (R-Arcanum) today encouraged students in her district to participate in Building the Movement: America’s Youth Celebrate 100 Years of Women’s Right to Vote. The Office of First Lady Melania Trump recently announced the creation of this exhibit, which will honor the centennial anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment.

The exhibit is set to launch this August and will showcase artwork that depicts individuals, objects, and events representing the women’s suffrage movement. The First Lady is asking young Americans in grades 3 to 12 from across the United States and its territories to submit artwork displaying this historic milestone.

One submitted artwork from each state and territory will be chosen to appear alongside images of women’s suffrage parades, marches, and gatherings that took place at or around the White House.

“This is a fantastic way for our students to learn more about the 19th Amendment and celebrate its centennial anniversary,” said Powell. “It would be an honor if a student from our community was chosen to represent Ohio in this exhibit.”

All applicants will receive a thank you note signed by the First Lady. Entries must be received by July 6 at 5 p.m. For more information about the exhibit, please visit https://bit.ly/2BZCccs

 

State Representative Jena Powell is currently serving her first term as a state representative. She represents the 80th Ohio House District, which encompasses Miami County and a portion of Darke County.

For more information, contact Rep. Powell’s office at 614-466-8114 or Rep80@ohiohouse.gov

Jena Powell

Powell Announces Facebook Live Event

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Powell Announces Facebook Live Event

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Jena Powell (R-Arcanum) today announced she will be hosting a Facebook Live event next week with special guests Matt Sharp and Aaron Baer to discuss the recent Supreme Court decisions and their impact on local communities.

“It’s important my constituents understand the full impact of the recent Supreme Court decisions and how they may influence our community,” said Powell.

Sharp is currently a lawyer with Alliance Defending Freedom, a nonprofit organization that advocates for religious liberty, the sanctity of human life, freedom of speech, and marriage and family.

Baer is currently the President of Citizens for Community Values, a nonprofit research and education organization that advocates for pro-family public policies.

Powell noted that House Bill 527, the Same Women’s Sports Act, will also be discussed.

“I look forward to having a thoughtful discussion with these knowledgeable guests,” added Powell.

The Facebook Live event is July 1st, 2020 at 11:00am. If you have any questions about the event or how to access the Facebook page, please email Rep80@ohiohouse.gov.

Team Powell

Congrats, Troy Graduates!

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Congratulations, Troy High School Class of 2020!

We are proud of your hard work and dedication, and wish you all the best!

Justin Tyler Adkins

Steven Oliver Andrade

Adam Michael Ray Angel

De’Jon Kloss Archie

Tre’Vone Robert Lee Archie

Morgan Elisabeth Baber

Daniel Xavier Ball

Shannon Carmen Banner

La’Zaya Ashay Nichole Barger

Tala Jean Barnes

Allison Leigh Barnthouse

Tia Michelle Bass

Brandon Michael Beasley

Riley Elizabeth Becker

Connor David Bell

Hailey Nichole Bell

Katherine Helen Bellas

Taylor Nicole Benton

Alexis Noelle Blacketer

Laura Suzanne Borchers

Alexander James Boshonek

Justyn Ray Bowman

Tanner Jack Brandenburg

Mollie Claire Bretland

Lenea Lee Browder

Autumn Irene Bruns

Katlynn Ann Brush

Adrianna Rhea Burghardt

Elisha Lamarr Lewis Byrd

Andrew Jonathan Cade

Ellen Wynn Cain

Clayton Christopher Captain

Dylan Michael Carder

Asanti Channell Carey

Aaron Buckley Carmack

Noah Ethyn Carman

Ian Michael Carroll

Adelyn Jennafer Carson

Jack Chen

Bionca Iris Cisneros-Stivers

William Gregory Clark

Megan Marie Coate

Chloe Catherine Coleman

Riley William Coleman

T’Ajena Aamir Coleman

Nevaeh Marie Collier

Christian Tyler Compton

Brock Allen Copas

Joshua Michael William Cope

Carl Ezra Crabtree

Courtney Lea Craig

Allie Devon Crawford

Elizabeth Morgan Daniel

Damion Tyrel Dankworth

Hunter Matthew Dankworth

Nathaniel C. Davenport II

Ryan Matthew Davis

Austin Lynn Debar

Carson Wayne DeHart

Olivia Grace Dietz

Noah James Dimel

David Allen Dinardo

Sean Thomas Dippold

Delainey Starr Dodson

Megan Nicole Douglas

Jasteen Nichole Elizabeth Dowell

Kevin Lee Dulceak

Conner James Earick

Kyran Patrick Earl

Shelsy Echeverria

Sara Christina Edwards

Alexis Aryonna Erbaugh

Collin Daniel Evers

Alec Andrew Russell Feltner

Audri Lynn Fergerson

Jacob Thomas Fisher

Jaden Timothy Fisher

Cassandra Jo Flores

Jaiden Clay Flory

Andrew Thomas Fogt

Brittany Grace Foster

Taila Ann Foster

Mitchell Allen Francis

Sebastian Diego Franco

Luis Arturo Fuentes, Jr.

Ella Kathleen Furlong

MariCait Elizabeth Gillespie

Andrew Micheal Godsey

Anthony Omar Gonzalez

Ian Eduardo Gonzalez

Austan Ray Good

Jackson Scarff Goodall

Chance Alexander Goodwin

Jacob Todd Gray

Michael Patrick Griffith

Jenna Nicole Gross

Sierra Nicole Gross

Syrnitee Grace-Lynn Hammons

Sidney Helana Hampton

Zackariah Dean Hanna

Heidi Susan Hansbarger

Anna Lynn Harman

Ashlee Marie Harmon

Shawn Colby Harris

Nicholas Logan Harsh

Juliana Nicole Hatton

Katelynn Marie Hawkins

Cameron Gerald Heffner

Lily Grace Hemm

Lauren Elizabeth Hemmelgarn

Taylor Elizabeth Henn

Hannah Juliet Hennessy

Lucas Robert Hensley

Aaron Joseph Heuker

Skyler Roy Higginbotham

Kaitlynn Marie Hines

Tori Madison Hittepole

Frida Ann Hoening

John DeWayne Hogan

Teja Marie Hoge

Jonathan Dalton Hood

Jessica Mason Horstman

Noah Nathaniel Hosler

Riley Martin Hubbard

Emily Nicole Huber

Jaiden Danielle Hunt

Caitlyn Christine Hutson

Allison Michelle Irey

Emily Anne Jackson

Nakyla Ant’i Jackson

Alayna Nicole Jones

Christian Thomas Jones

Erica Jean Keenan

Sean Robert Keenan

Madison Briana Kelly

Brooklynn Denise Kerr

Abigail Grace Kidder

Makayla Lynn Kindell

Elijah Alexander King

Hailey Rae Kinstle

Chloe Janet Klawon

Jordan Nicole Klemt

Nathan Thomas Kleptz

Cameron Mitchell Klima

Hallie Marie Klosterman

Connor Gordon Knapp

Caylee Nevada Kohn

Joshua Alexander Kraus

Sarah Collette Kraynek

Bethany Renee Krimm

Rachel Lynn Lauber

Caleigh Jean Lavelle

Christopher Issacc Law

James Isaac Lawrence

Ryan Christian LeVan

Joseph Hawk Lipscomb

Tobias Ayedan Lloyd

Ryan Robert Lobdell

Madelynn Grace Long

Kaitlyn Elizabeth Lord

Rory Daniel Love

Noah Andrew Lucas

John Robert Lutz Jr.

Nolan Nathaniel Lutz

Sam Christopher Madigan

Lily Caroline Magoteaux

Emily Michelle Maloney

Angelica Hope Manzano

Samantha Sue Mascarella

Nicholas James Matthews

Christian Michael May

Justice Lee May

Gage Randall McCann

Gregory Forest McCard

Amanda Lynn McCulloch

Mackenzie Brenae McFadden

Erina Faith McGuire

Erin Michelle McKinney

Elaina Brooke McNamara

Zara Breanne McReynolds

Codi Joshua Allan Meade

Justin Joseph Meiring

Logan Joseph Mellieon

Breanna Kathleen Miller

Jade Aaryn Mills

Isabelle Elaine Minesinger

Quinton Josiah Mitchell

Michael David Mong

Kelsey Elizabeth Munday

Adara Jade Myers

Alexandra Logan Myers

Paige Elizabeth Nadolny

Naruha Nagase

Tianna Marie Nelson

Tasia Louise Newton

Thomas Eldean Niswonger

Kylie Ann Noble

Mackenzie Lynn Nosker

Mallery Michelle Nosker

Abigail Nicole Oberbeck

McKenzie Taylor Oehlerts

Mitchell Joseph Olberding

Kathryn Anna Orban

Avery Michael Osborne

Tyler Michael Owens

Sarah Marie Pascale

Rutvik Rajeshkumar Patel

Sydney Leeann Paul

Shaelyn Brooke Pelfrey

Blaine Christopher Peltier

Jillian Elise Peltier

Hunter Robert Joseph Pendleton

Griffin Jonathon Permenter

Carly Rayne Pfeiffer

Nhu Quynh Nguyen Pham

Lacey Mckenzie Pike

Alexis Michelle Piper

Jonathan Dush Post

Meredith Grace Post

Carlos Cesar Quintero

Dajiashanna Leeanne Raglin

Tucker R.F. Raskay

Austin Lee Rawlins

Samuel Robert Reed

Skyler Metro Reed

Raven Dawn Reedy

Cory Edward Rees

Elijah Jaman Reynolds

Angeline Catherine Rice

Marissa Luella Rinehart

Nathan Emanuel Rocke

Carson Douglas Rogers

Logan Christopher Rolon-Pawlaczyk

Payton Mackenzie Ross

Sylvia Joy Ross

Delaney Kate Roswell

Lydia Jean Ryan

Miyoko Sanchez

Preston Nathaniel Schatz

Lauren Olivia Schmitz

Elena Grace Schroeder

Jamie Nicole Selhorst

Dale Christopher Sentman

Gabriel Michael Shelton

Quenton Patrick Shepherd

Reece Matthew Sherman

Trista Danielle Sherman

Jackson Thomas Shuman

Aidan Leona Sikes

Brayden Douglas Siler

Mitchell Ralph Simon

Danielle Fay Ann Sloan

Brianna Alexis Slusher

Alexis Nicole Smith

Jakob Liam Smith

Weston Patrick Smith

Victoria Angelica Solomon

Branndon Jay Sonnier

Briana Leon Soto

Austin Tyler Stanaford

Haley Leann Stanaford

Fredrick Eugene Clinton Starner

Breann Nicole Stith

Brooke Christine Stockslager

Jenna Marie Stockslager

Colby Robert Stoltz

Nathan Bradley Subler

Kevin Brandon Swallow

Zane Mathew Switzer

Aries Faith Eileen Targett

Makenna Christine Taylor

Paige Allyson Thompson

Layla Michole Thongvylay

Adam James Tibbitts

Jacob William Timmerman

Savannah Marie Travers

Mallary Noel Travis

Mariana S. Trimble

Nicklas Khang Truong

Zachariah Bauer Uhlenbrock

David Xander Helin Vance

Elijah Wade Vance

Aubree Faye VanHoose

Chad Jacob Van Hoose

Isaac Gabriel Richard Vietz

Taylen Michael Viney

Carson Timothy Waite

Kevin Bryan Walters II

Logan Michael Watern

Colleen Nicole Watkins

Amber Rayne Watts

Trinity Ann-Marie Watts

Brilynn Rose Wehunt

Logan Carl Welhener

Maggie Mae Welker

Ambrosia Kay Westcott

Abigail Elizabeth Westfall

Chloe MKenzie White

Jack Matthew White

Ariana Kamari Williams

Elijah Mark Williams

Jordyn Simone Williams

Julia Rose Williams

Malachi Shane Williams

Michael Edward Williams

Rhys Jamison Williams

Kayleigh J-Michelle Williamson

Madison Marie Wilmoth

Leah Marie Winters

Kathryn Margaret Wolke

Jaden Nicklas Wright

Taylor Louise Zimmerman

Austin Shea Zonner

-Office of State Rep. Jena Powell