State Rep. Sharon Ray
Recent News About State Rep. Sharon Ray
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Legislation introduced to provide publicly funded childcare for foster, kinship caregivers
State Representative Sharon Ray (R-Wadsworth) introduced legislation today aimed at supporting foster and kinship caregivers through the provision of publicly funded childcare. Ray is sponsoring the bill in conjunction with State Representative Andrea White (R-Kettering).
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House committee reviews resolution on perinatal mental health recognition
The House Behavioral Health Committee has initiated hearings on House Concurrent Resolution 16, a move that aims to acknowledge the significance of perinatal mental health. This was announced by the resolution's sponsor, State Rep. Sharon Ray (R-Wadsworth).
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Ray, Ohio House Approve $350 Million Strategic Community Investment Fund
The Ohio House of Representatives has passed Substitute House Bill 2, approving the allocation of $350 million from the Strategic Community Investment Fund for various projects across the state. State Rep. Sharon Ray (R-Wadsworth) announced the news, expressing confidence that these projects will strengthen not only Medina County but also the northeast Ohio region and the state as a whole.Ray highlighted several local provisions that will have a positive impact on Medina County. This includes $2 million to repurpose a former industrial site in Wadsworth into a...
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House Committee Begins Hearings on Bill to Establish Pilot Program for Remote Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder
The Ohio House Behavioral Health Committee has commenced hearings on House Bill 300, a proposed legislation that aims to create a pilot program for the remote treatment of opioid use disorder. State Rep. Sharon Ray (R-Wadsworth) is the sponsor of the bill.Under the pilot program, which will be administered by the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, remote treatment for opioid use disorder will be provided through licensed opioid treatment programs. The program will be funded through fiscal years 2024-25, with an annual appropriation of $750,000.During...
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Ray Receives ONCAC Children's Champion of the Year Award
State Rep. Sharon Ray (R-Wadsworth) has been recognized by the Ohio Network of Children’s Advocacy Centers (ONCAC) as the Children’s Champion of the Year. The award was presented to Ray in recognition of her unwavering support for the organization and her advocacy for the funding of 34 Ohio Network of Children’s Advocacy Centers.The funding provided by Ray specifically aims to support the implementation and ongoing development of specialized and localized services for children who have experienced trauma. This funding plays a crucial role in ensuring that these children...