Message From the House: With the Majority

Addressing Ohio’s Housing Shortage with State Rep. Adam Mathews | MFH Ep. 17

Ohio is grappling with a growing housing shortage that’s affecting families and economic development statewide. In this episode, we sit down with State Representative Adam Mathews, who is actively working to find solutions and make Ohio the best place to work, live and raise a family.

On the Road: Talking Agriculture at the Ohio State Fair | MFH Ep. 16

In this episode of Message from the House, Representatives Ty Moore and Mark Hiner are joined by Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Brian Baldridge, live from the Ohio State Fair. Together, they dig into Ohio agriculture — from farming and food production to policy priorities and favorite fair food.

On the Road: Talking Agriculture at the Ohio State Fair | MFH Ep. 16

In this episode of Message from the House, Representatives Ty Moore and Mark Hiner are joined by Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Brian Baldridge, live from the Ohio State Fair. Together, they dig into Ohio agriculture — from farming and food production to policy priorities and favorite fair food.

Building a Brighter Future for Ohio Families: Childcare Solutions in Action | MFTH Ep. 15

In this inspiring episode of Messages from the House, Rep. Andrea White and former state representative Rick Carfagna (now with the Ohio Chamber of Commerce) share how Ohio is taking bold steps to support families, strengthen communities, and grow our workforce—by expanding access to affordable, high-quality childcare.

💡 Together, they explore:

• Why access to childcare is key to unlocking opportunity for parents and children

• How businesses and lawmakers are partnering to drive creative solutions

• New legislation aimed at helping employers offer childcare benefits

• Real-world examples of repurposing community spaces for childcare

• A vision for how Ohio can lead the nation in family-first workforce policy

The message is clear: when we invest in our youngest Ohioans, we invest in the future of our state.

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From Ground Zero to the Statehouse: Rep. Robb Blasdel on East Palestine’s Recovery | MFTH Ep. 14

In this powerful episode of Messages from the House, Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel shares her firsthand experience responding to the East Palestine train derailment—just one month into her first term in office. From coordinating emergency response and health outreach to introducing new legislation, she has remained on the frontlines of the recovery efforts for her hometown.

🎯 Inside this episode:

• What happened in the immediate aftermath of the East Palestine derailment

• How Rep. Robb Blasdel worked with state and federal agencies to meet urgent needs

• Updates on health concerns, transparency, and federal accountability

• Details on House Resolution 147, calling for a federal investigation and public release of withheld health data

• Efforts to support affected small businesses and implement long-term health monitoring for the community

This is more than just a local issue—this is about trust, transparency, and ensuring no Ohio community is left behind.

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Why Ohio Farmers Say This Bill Is a Game-Changer | MFTH Ep. 13

In this episode of Messages from the House, Representative Bob Peterson and Whitney Bowers from the Ohio Farm Bureau dive into Senate Bill 100 — a groundbreaking effort to help Ohio farmers and rural small business owners access affordable health care in what Rep. Peterson calls “the most important agriculture bill” of the General Assembly — find out why.

Health coverage is one of the biggest barriers to staying on the farm. SB 100 creates a new health plan tailored to the unique needs of the agricultural community, allowing farm families to get the care they need without leaving the land they love.

🎯 In this episode:

• Why SB 100 could be the most important agriculture bill of the General Assembly

• How the Ohio Farm Bureau’s health plan offers new options for the self-employed

• The connection between health care and keeping multi-generational farms alive

• How this plan supports both small business and rural economic stability

👩‍🌾 Real stories. Real impact. Real solutions for Ohio agriculture.

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Inside Ohio’s Operating Budget - Message From the House Ep. 12

In Episode 12 of Message from the House, Speaker Matt Huffman and House Finance Chairman Brian Stewart walk through the key wins in Ohio’s newly passed state budget.

What’s inside the budget:

• 💸 Billions in property tax relief for Ohio homeowners
• 📚 $700 million boost to public education and major expansion of school choice
• 🏟️ The real story behind the Cleveland Browns stadium deal
• 📉 A new flat income tax—making Ohio one of the lowest-tax states in the nation
• 🧒 Support for children’s services, wellness centers, and merit scholarships

They also dive into the member-driven process that shaped this budget and how it's setting the tone for Ohio’s economic future.

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Chaos Behind Bars and What’s Being Done About It | Message From the House Ep. 11

In this powerful episode of Message from the House, Representatives Mark Johnson and Phil Plummer share the heartbreaking story behind "Andy’s Law"—a legislative response to the brutal murder of correctional officer Andy Lansing. They dive deep into Ohio’s prison crisis, exposing alarming levels of violence, drug trafficking, and staffing issues inside the state's correctional facilities.

🎙️ Hear firsthand accounts of what’s broken inside Ohio prisons

📜 Learn how this bill aims to improve safety and accountability

🚨 Discover why reforms like increased oversight, staff training, and controlled inmate movement are long overdue This conversation is a must-listen for anyone concerned with justice, public safety, or state government reform.

 

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