Ohio House District 78
No. to be elected: 99 | Salary: $68,674 | Term: 2 yearsResponsibilities: To represent the people of the district and the State of Ohio in dealing with matters not allocated to the federal government.
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Jeffrey R. Givan
(Dem)
What changes would you make, if any, to voting and elections policy?
What type of tax reform, if any, would best serve Ohio?
How would you address concerns about the rising cost of living?
What are your priorities for K-12 and higher education?
How would you reduce hyperpartisanship and promote civility?
Training and Experience
30+ years of Sales, Management and Real Estate
Volunteer/Community Service
Rotary International 2x President, Lima YWCA TOPS Program, Community Gardens
I would only require one form of ID at a polling location. Additionally, I would change the
deadline for absentee and mail in ballots to be received by county Boards of Election
back to ten days after an election. This makes allowances for mail delays and overseas
ballots to reach the Board of Elections. I would require voter registration forms be visible
and in all government offices. I would advocate for outreach to high school students,
encouraging registration and the importance of voting. I would also allow for more ballot
drop locations.
I would advocate for tax reform that would provide targeted relief for homeowners,
seniors and the disabled. I would emphasizes using tax dollars to fund education,
healthcare, infrastructure, and public transit because these investments support long-
term economic growth. Reforms might also include restoring or increasing state funding
to local governments to reduce their reliance on local taxes.
Since housing is a major concern for many residents, I would support expanding access
to homeownership through targeted training programs and down payment assistance. I
would also advocate for reasonable limits on the ability of large banks and corporations
to acquire residential properties at scale, to preserve housing availability and
affordability for individuals and families. I would also support Low-Income Housing Tax
Credits and work to streamline permitting and zoning processes. Healthcare affordability
is another critical issue. I would support community-based providers and advocate for
policies that enable government negotiation of prescription drug prices. I would also
push for greater transparency in healthcare pricing and billing practices across all
providers.
Programs like Head Start have consistently demonstrated their effectiveness to prepare
children for kindergarten and support long-term academic success. I support restoring
full funding for these initiatives. School voucher programs should be more carefully
targeted based on income eligibility to ensure that public funds are directed toward
families with the greatest financial need, rather than subsidizing school choice for
higher-income households. In higher education, I would advocate for
expanded access to grants and financial assistance to improve affordability and
opportunity for students. I consider the separation of religion and government to
be a fundamental principle, essential to ensuring fairness, inclusivity, and the protection
of individual rights in public policy.
In-person, direct conversation is the most effective way to communication. I strongly
encourage face-to-face dialogue when addressing important issues. I’m committed to
seeking common ground and working toward compromise with individuals who
approach discussions in good faith. My approach is grounded in fact-based analysis
and thoughtful discussion, and I remain open to revising my views when presented with
credible evidence and well-reasoned arguments. I believe it is important to fully
understand differing perspectives and, where appropriate, acknowledge their merits.
Effective communication requires moving beyond labels and assumptions. Civility is
essential in these conversations, and personal attacks or name-calling have no place in
constructive dialogue.
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