Ohio resists federal push for universal motorcycle helmet law
Ohio stays with its helmet rules amid federal pressure to enact a universal rider helmet law. Officials cite helmet safety and local education programs as alternatives while noting past crashes, with 1992 deaths at 113 after years near 150 to 160. Former Rep Saxbe argues mandates infringe rider autonomy.
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Lawmaker pushes inmate funds to hire more prison guards
Senate subcommittee chair Sen. Robert Ney proposes diverting inmate equipment and entertainment funds totaling 6.4 million to hire about 700 guards. This shifts money from the industry and entertainment and telephone accounts under Ohio prison budget review, with staff noting funds support inmate welfare and activities.
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Lawmaker vows fight over OSU gay housing plan
Ohio State University plans to open Buckeye Village to homosexual couples in committed relationships starting July 1, a move Rep. Michael Fox, R Hamilton, opposes. Fox says amendments and bills are being drafted to block the policy, while OSU officials defend the plan as inclusive for couples in committed relationships.
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