Ohio Senate Dems
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The official account of the Ohio Senate Democratic Caucus.
Ohio is home to nearly 200 data centers, with more planned. The vast energy and water required to power them are causing Ohioans' utility bills to skyrocket.
February 3, 2026 at 10:15 PM
Ohio is home to nearly 200 data centers, with more planned. The vast energy and water required to power them are causing Ohioans' utility bills to skyrocket.
To our fellow Ohioans who are outraged about the recent attacks on our neighbors and invasions into our communities, we share your anger.
As we soon expect a surge in ICE activity in Ohio, we encourage you to look out for your neighbors and know your rights.
As we soon expect a surge in ICE activity in Ohio, we encourage you to look out for your neighbors and know your rights.
February 2, 2026 at 4:42 PM
To our fellow Ohioans who are outraged about the recent attacks on our neighbors and invasions into our communities, we share your anger.
As we soon expect a surge in ICE activity in Ohio, we encourage you to look out for your neighbors and know your rights.
As we soon expect a surge in ICE activity in Ohio, we encourage you to look out for your neighbors and know your rights.
Senator @willisblackshearjr.bsky.social kicks off our State Agency Series today by talking about the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
The EPA's work is vital to ensuring every Ohioan has access to clean air, water, and land.
Learn more about their work and mission at epa.ohio.gov!
The EPA's work is vital to ensuring every Ohioan has access to clean air, water, and land.
Learn more about their work and mission at epa.ohio.gov!
January 29, 2026 at 2:54 PM
Senator @willisblackshearjr.bsky.social kicks off our State Agency Series today by talking about the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
The EPA's work is vital to ensuring every Ohioan has access to clean air, water, and land.
Learn more about their work and mission at epa.ohio.gov!
The EPA's work is vital to ensuring every Ohioan has access to clean air, water, and land.
Learn more about their work and mission at epa.ohio.gov!
This week, Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social sent letters to Ohio’s U.S. Senators Husted and Moreno, urging them to vote against increasing federal funding of ICE through the appropriations bill being considered by Congress.
Tell your U.S. senators to vote NO on funding for ICE’s deadly operations.
Tell your U.S. senators to vote NO on funding for ICE’s deadly operations.
January 27, 2026 at 1:57 PM
This week, Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social sent letters to Ohio’s U.S. Senators Husted and Moreno, urging them to vote against increasing federal funding of ICE through the appropriations bill being considered by Congress.
Tell your U.S. senators to vote NO on funding for ICE’s deadly operations.
Tell your U.S. senators to vote NO on funding for ICE’s deadly operations.
As ICE agents continue to increase their presence in Ohio and across the country, it is essential that you and your loved ones know your rights.
Additional resources are available here: www.ohiosenate.gov/news/the-dem...
Additional resources are available here: www.ohiosenate.gov/news/the-dem...
January 9, 2026 at 7:23 PM
As ICE agents continue to increase their presence in Ohio and across the country, it is essential that you and your loved ones know your rights.
Additional resources are available here: www.ohiosenate.gov/news/the-dem...
Additional resources are available here: www.ohiosenate.gov/news/the-dem...
The Ohio Senate Democratic Caucus sent a letter to Governor Mike DeWine urging him to veto Senate Bill 293, which makes sweeping changes that threaten voter access, strain election administration, and expose Ohio to significant legal and constitutional risks. ⬇️
December 9, 2025 at 1:50 PM
The Ohio Senate Democratic Caucus sent a letter to Governor Mike DeWine urging him to veto Senate Bill 293, which makes sweeping changes that threaten voter access, strain election administration, and expose Ohio to significant legal and constitutional risks. ⬇️
You've probably been hearing a lot about property taxes lately...but have you ever wondered how your property taxes are calculated or what they pay for? 👇
December 4, 2025 at 8:08 PM
You've probably been hearing a lot about property taxes lately...but have you ever wondered how your property taxes are calculated or what they pay for? 👇
Today, the Ohio Redistricting Commission adopted a congressional map.
Read Senate Democratic Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social's statement on the vote:
Read Senate Democratic Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social's statement on the vote:
October 31, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Today, the Ohio Redistricting Commission adopted a congressional map.
Read Senate Democratic Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social's statement on the vote:
Read Senate Democratic Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social's statement on the vote:
Today, Ohio Senate Democrats sent a letter to Governor DeWine urging him to take immediate action to ensure that the over 1.4 million Ohioans who depend on SNAP will not go hungry should federal funding for the program lapse on Saturday, Nov. 1.
Read the full letter. ⬇️
Read the full letter. ⬇️
October 30, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Today, Ohio Senate Democrats sent a letter to Governor DeWine urging him to take immediate action to ensure that the over 1.4 million Ohioans who depend on SNAP will not go hungry should federal funding for the program lapse on Saturday, Nov. 1.
Read the full letter. ⬇️
Read the full letter. ⬇️
At today's Ohio Redistricting Commission meeting, Dems again presented our fair, constitutional map that would ensure Ohioans are represented in Congress.
With 10 days left before the constitutional deadline to pass a bipartisan map, Republicans continue to run out the clock.
With 10 days left before the constitutional deadline to pass a bipartisan map, Republicans continue to run out the clock.
October 21, 2025 at 3:20 PM
At today's Ohio Redistricting Commission meeting, Dems again presented our fair, constitutional map that would ensure Ohioans are represented in Congress.
With 10 days left before the constitutional deadline to pass a bipartisan map, Republicans continue to run out the clock.
With 10 days left before the constitutional deadline to pass a bipartisan map, Republicans continue to run out the clock.
Ohio Senate Dems have been busy working for you across the state and here at the Statehouse.
Here are a few ways… 👇
Here are a few ways… 👇
October 15, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Ohio Senate Dems have been busy working for you across the state and here at the Statehouse.
Here are a few ways… 👇
Here are a few ways… 👇
After Republican lawmakers ignored the constitutionally set deadline for proposing congressional district maps, Senate Democratic Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social and House Minority Leader Dani Isaacsohn have asked Governor DeWine to immediately reconstitute the Ohio Redistricting Commission.
October 1, 2025 at 1:13 PM
After Republican lawmakers ignored the constitutionally set deadline for proposing congressional district maps, Senate Democratic Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social and House Minority Leader Dani Isaacsohn have asked Governor DeWine to immediately reconstitute the Ohio Redistricting Commission.
HAPPENING NOW: The Joint Committee on Congressional Redistricting is meeting for the second time.
Watch live via @TheOhioChannel
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Watch live via @TheOhioChannel
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September 30, 2025 at 1:12 PM
HAPPENING NOW: The Joint Committee on Congressional Redistricting is meeting for the second time.
Watch live via @TheOhioChannel
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Watch live via @TheOhioChannel
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Yesterday, state Senator Bill DeMora and state Senator Willis E. Blackshear Jr. testified at the first public hearing of the Joint Committee on Congressional Redistricting in favor of Senate Bill 259, the fair and constitutional congressional map introduced by Democrats earlier this month.
September 23, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Yesterday, state Senator Bill DeMora and state Senator Willis E. Blackshear Jr. testified at the first public hearing of the Joint Committee on Congressional Redistricting in favor of Senate Bill 259, the fair and constitutional congressional map introduced by Democrats earlier this month.
"This isn't about gaming the system; it's about creating districts that mirror the political reality of our state," said Senator Bill DeMora/
"Our Democratic proposal demonstrates that such an approach is not only possible, but practical and beneficial for all Ohioans."
"Our Democratic proposal demonstrates that such an approach is not only possible, but practical and beneficial for all Ohioans."
September 22, 2025 at 3:54 PM
"This isn't about gaming the system; it's about creating districts that mirror the political reality of our state," said Senator Bill DeMora/
"Our Democratic proposal demonstrates that such an approach is not only possible, but practical and beneficial for all Ohioans."
"Our Democratic proposal demonstrates that such an approach is not only possible, but practical and beneficial for all Ohioans."
"This hearing about the future of our state is occurring during the middle of the work day, so it's a real testament to democracy to see so many folks here," said Senator Blackshear.
September 22, 2025 at 3:51 PM
"This hearing about the future of our state is occurring during the middle of the work day, so it's a real testament to democracy to see so many folks here," said Senator Blackshear.
HAPPENING NOW: The first meeting of the Joint Committee on Congressional Redistricting is underway.
Watch live as the fight for fair maps continues: www.ohiochannel.org/live/ohio-jo...
Watch live as the fight for fair maps continues: www.ohiochannel.org/live/ohio-jo...
September 22, 2025 at 3:16 PM
HAPPENING NOW: The first meeting of the Joint Committee on Congressional Redistricting is underway.
Watch live as the fight for fair maps continues: www.ohiochannel.org/live/ohio-jo...
Watch live as the fight for fair maps continues: www.ohiochannel.org/live/ohio-jo...
📢 The Joint Committee on Congressional Redistricting will meet for the first time on Monday, and Senator Blackshear is committed to fighting for fair maps that truly represent the people of Ohio.
📆 The legislature has until September 30 to pass a bipartisan plan.
📆 The legislature has until September 30 to pass a bipartisan plan.
September 19, 2025 at 6:27 PM
📢 The Joint Committee on Congressional Redistricting will meet for the first time on Monday, and Senator Blackshear is committed to fighting for fair maps that truly represent the people of Ohio.
📆 The legislature has until September 30 to pass a bipartisan plan.
📆 The legislature has until September 30 to pass a bipartisan plan.
📢 Come share your thoughts on Ohio's congressional maps!
The first public hearing on redistricting is scheduled for Monday, September 22, to hear testimony on any proposed congressional plan.
Submit your testimony at least 24 hours in advance at redistricting.legislature.ohio.gov!
The first public hearing on redistricting is scheduled for Monday, September 22, to hear testimony on any proposed congressional plan.
Submit your testimony at least 24 hours in advance at redistricting.legislature.ohio.gov!
September 19, 2025 at 1:54 PM
📢 Come share your thoughts on Ohio's congressional maps!
The first public hearing on redistricting is scheduled for Monday, September 22, to hear testimony on any proposed congressional plan.
Submit your testimony at least 24 hours in advance at redistricting.legislature.ohio.gov!
The first public hearing on redistricting is scheduled for Monday, September 22, to hear testimony on any proposed congressional plan.
Submit your testimony at least 24 hours in advance at redistricting.legislature.ohio.gov!
Today, Senate Democratic Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social joined Senate President Rob McColley, House Speaker Matt Hufman, and House Minority Leader Dani Isaacsohn in a bipartisan statement condemning political violence.
September 18, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Today, Senate Democratic Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social joined Senate President Rob McColley, House Speaker Matt Hufman, and House Minority Leader Dani Isaacsohn in a bipartisan statement condemning political violence.
#ICYMI - Last week, Ohio Democrats introduced a fair, constitutional map that reflects how Ohioans actually vote (roughly 55% Republican and 45% Democrat).
There are only 2 weeks left until the September 30 deadline for the legislature to pass a bipartisan congressional map.
There are only 2 weeks left until the September 30 deadline for the legislature to pass a bipartisan congressional map.
September 16, 2025 at 3:10 PM
#ICYMI - Last week, Ohio Democrats introduced a fair, constitutional map that reflects how Ohioans actually vote (roughly 55% Republican and 45% Democrat).
There are only 2 weeks left until the September 30 deadline for the legislature to pass a bipartisan congressional map.
There are only 2 weeks left until the September 30 deadline for the legislature to pass a bipartisan congressional map.
Today is the first day of Latine and Hispanic Heritage Month!
From September 15 to October 15, we celebrate the contributions, strength, and perseverance of the Hispanic and Latine communities here in Ohio and across the nation.
From September 15 to October 15, we celebrate the contributions, strength, and perseverance of the Hispanic and Latine communities here in Ohio and across the nation.
September 15, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Today is the first day of Latine and Hispanic Heritage Month!
From September 15 to October 15, we celebrate the contributions, strength, and perseverance of the Hispanic and Latine communities here in Ohio and across the nation.
From September 15 to October 15, we celebrate the contributions, strength, and perseverance of the Hispanic and Latine communities here in Ohio and across the nation.
Ohio’s Constitution requires a bipartisan congressional map to be passed by the end of the month. 🗓️
That’s why Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social and Ohio Dems have introduced a fair, constitutional map.
📞 Call your Republican state senators/representatives and ask them to do the same.
That’s why Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social and Ohio Dems have introduced a fair, constitutional map.
📞 Call your Republican state senators/representatives and ask them to do the same.
September 12, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Ohio’s Constitution requires a bipartisan congressional map to be passed by the end of the month. 🗓️
That’s why Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social and Ohio Dems have introduced a fair, constitutional map.
📞 Call your Republican state senators/representatives and ask them to do the same.
That’s why Leader @nickieantonio.bsky.social and Ohio Dems have introduced a fair, constitutional map.
📞 Call your Republican state senators/representatives and ask them to do the same.
Today, we honor and remember the heroes and lives lost on September 11, 2001. We will #NeverForget.
September 11, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Today, we honor and remember the heroes and lives lost on September 11, 2001. We will #NeverForget.
Today, Ohio Democrats proposed a fair, constitutional congressional map that reflects how Ohioans actually vote.
Join us in demanding that Ohio Republicans take action before the September 30 bipartisan deadline.
Join us in demanding that Ohio Republicans take action before the September 30 bipartisan deadline.
September 9, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Today, Ohio Democrats proposed a fair, constitutional congressional map that reflects how Ohioans actually vote.
Join us in demanding that Ohio Republicans take action before the September 30 bipartisan deadline.
Join us in demanding that Ohio Republicans take action before the September 30 bipartisan deadline.