State Senator Stephanie Kunze (OH)
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Recent News About State Senator Stephanie Kunze (OH)
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Ohio Senate approves bill recognizing public service week
The Ohio Senate has approved Senate Bill 235, a bipartisan initiative sponsored by State Senator Stephanie Kunze and State Senator Vernon Sykes.
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Ohio Women's Monument receives $1 million donation for construction
State Senator Stephanie Kunze has announced a significant $1 million donation to support the Ohio Women's Monument project.
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Ohio Senate approves Dolly Parton library license plate initiative
The Ohio Senate has approved Senate Bill 290, which introduces a new license plate dedicated to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
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Senator Stephanie Kunze pays tribute to late mentor Senator Kirk Schuring
State Senator Stephanie Kunze has paid tribute to the late Senator Kirk Schuring, reflecting on his influence and legacy.
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Ohio Senate approves bill designating Stillbirth Prevention Day
The Ohio Senate has approved Senate Bill 207, introduced by State Senator Stephanie Kunze, which establishes September 19th as "Stillbirth Prevention Day."
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Senator Kunze honors Thomas Worthington Girls Water Polo Team as state champions
State Senator Stephanie Kunze acknowledged the Thomas Worthington Girls Water Polo Team for their achievement as the 2024 state champions.
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Ohio Senate approves bill requiring stops for on-track equipment
The Ohio Senate has approved Senate Bill 233, which mandates that drivers must stop for on-track equipment at rail crossings.
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Ohio Senate approves bill honoring military members with highway naming
The Ohio Senate has approved House Bill 81, which pays tribute to fallen military personnel, first responders, and elected officials.
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Senator Stephanie Kunze honors late Speaker Jo Ann Davidson
State Senator Stephanie Kunze has expressed her condolences following the passing of former Speaker Jo Ann Davidson.
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Emergency loans available for Ohio farmers affected by drought
State Senator Stephanie Kunze (R-Dublin) announced that farmers in Franklin, Madison, and Pickaway counties may be eligible for emergency loans from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Ohio opens applications for school bus transportation grants
State Senator Stephanie Kunze (R-Dublin) announced the Ohio Statehouse School Bus Transportation Grant Program will be open from September 23 through September 30. The grant assists schools in covering the cost of bus transportation for field trips to the state capitol.
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Senator Kunze announces millions more for district projects
State Senator Stephanie Kunze (R-Dublin) has announced significant funding for key Capital Budget projects across Senate District 16. This announcement follows the previous week's declaration of a $350 million investment by the Senate in Ohio communities from the One-Time Strategic Community Investment Fund.
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Senator Kunze announces multi-million dollar investment for district's critical community projects
COLUMBUS - State Senator Stephanie Kunze (R-Dublin) announced the investment of millions of dollars from the One-Time Strategic Community Investment Fund (OTSCIF) to fund projects that will benefit local communities and residents for years to come.
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Senator Kunze recognizes state swim champion Emily Brown
State Senator Stephanie Kunze (R-Dublin) acknowledged Emily Brown, a senior at Dublin Coffman High School, in the Ohio Senate today. Brown recently won the Division I State championships in the 200-yard individual medley (IM) and the 100-yard butterfly.
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Ohio Senate passes bill for Hilliard Davidson Wildcats license plate
The Ohio Senate has passed Senate Bill 179, a piece of legislation sponsored by State Senator Stephanie Kunze (R-Dublin), which seeks to establish the Hilliard Davidson Wildcats license plate.
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Senator Kunze acknowledges Hilliard Darby cheerleading champions
State Senator Stephanie Kunze (R-Dublin) recently acknowledged the Hilliard Darby High School Competitive Cheer Team for their victory in the Division I nonbuilding event at the 2024 Ohio Association of Secondary School Administrators State Cheer Championships.
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Ohio Senate Passes Bill Closing Loophole for Survivors of Sexual Assault
The Ohio Senate has passed House Bill 161, a significant step towards closing a loophole for survivors of sexual assault in the state. The bill aims to eliminate spousal exceptions for certain sex offenses, allowing victims to testify against their spouses in the prosecution of these cases.Senator Kunze expressed gratitude for the passing of HB 161, emphasizing the importance of the protections it will provide to survivors. Kunze, who has been a long-time advocate for such legislation, highlighted the need to empower survivors to come forward and share their stories....
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Ohio Senate Passes Kunze Bill Providing Hope for Human Trafficking Survivors
COLUMBUS—The Ohio Senate has approved Senate Bill 214, sponsored by State Senator Stephanie Kunze (R-Dublin), aiming to offer a fresh start for survivors of human trafficking. The bill focuses on allowing survivors to expunge certain criminal records, providing them with opportunities for a better future.Under the provisions of Senate Bill 214, survivors of human trafficking will be eligible to apply for record expungement if they have been convicted of specific offenses and can demonstrate that these convictions are a direct result of being victims of human trafficking....
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Ohio Senate Passes Kunze's Bill Creating Dublin City Schools License Plate
The Ohio Senate has approved Senate Bill 163, sponsored by State Senator Stephanie Kunze (R-Dublin), paving the way for the creation of the Dublin City Schools license plate. The initiative stemmed from the initiative of Dublin students who expressed interest in having a license plate representing the Dublin City School District. The proceeds from the license plate sales will be channeled towards supporting the Dublin Food Pantry.State Senator Stephanie Kunze, the bill's sponsor, shared, "I met with the group of students to discuss their vision for the plate and to...
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Kunze Issues Statement on State of the State Address
COLUMBUS—State Senator Stephanie Kunze (R-Dublin) issued a statement today in response to Governor Mike DeWine's State of the State address. Kunze expressed gratitude for the focus on Ohio's families and the introduction of the Childcare Choice Voucher Program.Kunze highlighted the financial strain faced by many Ohio families, stating, "In Ohio, the average cost of child care for a family with two children is over $22,600." She emphasized the difficult choices working families have to make between work and childcare due to these high costs. The newly announced program...