COLUMBUS — House Republicans today highlighted the 2009 legislative year with the following solutions as offered by the caucus throughout the year.

“I am honored and humbled to serve in the Ohio House of Representatives,” said House Republican Leader William G. Batchelder (R-Medina). “Throughout 2009, I welcomed the opportunity to work in a bipartisan manner with members from across Ohio. However, many Republican-offered solutions were either silenced or ignored completely throughout the process. It is my hope that the New Year will encourage an open and honest discussion.”

House Republicans faced a unique situation in 2009 they had not experienced in more than 14 years: serving as the minority party. Throughout the year the caucus offered numerous viable, alternative solutions to the irresponsible policies proposed by the Democratic majority. There are many examples of House Republicans providing solutions in 2009—here are 10 examples.

10. House Republican Leader Batchelder predicts on the eve of the 2009 State of the State address that Governor Strickland’s budget will face many shortfalls and without reforms, tax increases will be forced onto the backs of hard-working Ohioans. With this in mind, Leader Batchelder introduces a plan to “beat the government bloat,” through restructuring state government, reforming how Ohio does business. [Read More]

9. House Republicans call for the resignation of the OMB Budget Director after numerous failed budget numbers and misinformation. [Read More]

8. In House Bill 260 the majority party attempts to hi-jack elections from the local clerks and centralize power under the Secretary of State. More than 20 Republican solutions were silenced while the bill was debated. [Read More]
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