GOP: End mask mandate
By Tyler Buchanan - Ohio Capital Journal
COLUMBUS Gov. Mike DeWine has outlined specific metrics the state can hit to trigger an end to Ohio’s public health orders, including the mandate to wear facial coverings in public.
A group of Republican legislators think it’s already time to remove the mask mandate.
Rep. Jena Powell, R-Arcanum, recently introduced House Bill 202 to terminate the existing mask mandate. The bill would also prohibit the state from reissuing a requirement to wear masks unless the General Assembly approves such a plan. Two-dozen Republicans have signed on as cosponsors to the bill.
DeWine: Offensive and defensive approach needed to defeat COVID-19
By Patrick Keck - pkeck@aimmediamidwest.com
Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio first lady Fran DeWine spoke with Portsmouth residents receiving COVID-19 vaccinations on Wednesday morning during PCHD s drive-thru event. Photos by Patrick Keck.
Gov. Mike DeWine spoke with local officials including Scioto County Commissioner Bryan Davis, Portsmouth City Manager Sam Sutherland, 4th Ward Councilwoman Lyvette Mosley, and Scioto County Sheriff David Thoroughman. Photo by Patrick Keck.
PORTSMOUTH Just as St. Patrick is known for ridding Ireland of snakes, local health departments have continued their mission of ridding Portsmouth and Scioto County of the coronavirus.
House Bill 202 would also prohibit the state from reissuing a requirement to wear masks unless the General Assembly approves. Two dozen Republicans are co-sponsors.