Bob D. Hackett News

COLUMBUS - State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London) today issued the following statement regarding the announcement that Wright Patterson Air Force Base will host the F-35 Hybrid Product Support Integrator Organization, expected to create 400 new jobs.

COLUMBUS-State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London) and State Representative Rick Perales (R-Beavercreek), who serve on the Ohio Aerospace and Aviation Technology Committee, today announced that applications are being accepted for one of the available public positions on the committee. Applications must be submitted before 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 to be considered.

COLUMBUS-The Senate passed legislation today, sponsored by State Senators Bob Hackett (R-London) and Peggy Lehner (R-Kettering), aimed at smoothing the employment transition for military husbands and wives who relocate to Ohio with their active duty spouse.

COLUMBUS-Ohio Senate President Larry Obhof (R-Medina) today named State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London) as Chairman of the Senate Insurance and Financial Institutions Committee for the 133rd Ohio General Assembly.

COLUMBUS-The Governor today signed Senate Bill 220, sponsored State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London), to create an incentive for businesses to attain a higher level of cybersecurity through voluntary action, creating better protection for their customer information.

COLUMBUS-The Senate passed legislation today, sponsored by State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London) and Jay Hottinger (R-Newark), which will help address Ohio's prescription drug abuse epidemic and fill gaps in care delivery to patients battling addiction.

COLUMBUS-On Wednesday the Senate passed legislation, sponsored by State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London), to create an incentive for businesses to attain a higher level of cybersecurity through voluntary action, creating better protection for their customer information.

COLUMBUS-State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London) today applauded the recent announcement made by Amazon to open its sixth Ohio fulfillment center in West Jefferson, Ohio. The new facility is projected to create more than 1,500 full-time positions in addition to the existing 6,000 Ohioans currently employed by Amazon.

COLUMBUS-On Wednesday, State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London) joined Governor Kasich and a coalition of state leaders to discuss legislative efforts aimed at battling Ohio's drug epidemic through prescription drug reforms.

COLUMBUS-State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London) today announced the Ohio Department of Agriculture is now accepting proposals for the 2018 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, which will provide funding for projects to enhance the competitiveness of crops such as fruits, vegetables, nuts and nursery crops.

COLUMBUS-The Greater Cleveland Partnership (GCP) and its small business division and the Council of Smaller Enterprises (COSE) today named State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London) the 2017 Small Business Advocate of the Year.

COLUMBUS-State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London) today announced the introduction of the state's Capital Budget, a $2.62 billion investment in Ohio's infrastructure and local community projects.

COLUMBUS– Ohio Senate President Larry Obhof (R–Medina) today appointed State Senator Bob Hackett (R–London) as Chair of the Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture.

"Without trained intervention, overdose recurrence and even death is often the grim fate for many struggling with addiction," said Hackett. "This targeted investment has the potential to save lives and help more Ohioans achieve long-term recovery."

This year, I co-sponsored Senate Bill 9 to renew the Sales Tax Holiday for 2017. Beginning Friday, August 4 and running through Sunday, August 6, families can take advantage of this unique tax-free weekend when purchasing select items.

"During a difficult fiscal environment, we were able to close a historic budget deficit," said Senator Hackett. "This budget contains significant reforms to Medicaid spending, primary and secondary education, Ohio’s criminal justice system and tax reforms. With the passage of the state's two-year operating budget, we are exercising fiscal responsibility while maintaining essential state services and programs."

"A child gone missing is every parent’s worst nightmare turned into reality," said State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London), who sponsored the bill in the Ohio Senate. "We want to reassure families that we join them in their resolve to bring their child home, no matter how much time has passed. We owe it to these families to do all we can to inform the public and support efforts to find their missing children."

"A child gone missing is every parent’s worst nightmare turned into reality," said State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London), who sponsored the bill in the Ohio Senate. "We want to reassure families that we join them in their resolve to bring their child home, no matter how much time has passed. We owe it to these families to do all we can to inform the public and support efforts to find their missing children."

"I am pleased to recognize such a hard-working and kind group of young ladies," said Senator Hackett. "They have represented their school and our community with pride and this accomplishment speaks to their commitment to excellence."

"Too often, crimes of violence involve young and vulnerable victims who are unable to protect themselves," said State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London), who sponsored this legislation.

"It has been my pleasure to support important efforts to improve the quality of life for those struggling with mental illness in my community and across the state of Ohio," said Senator Hackett. "I am honored to receive this award and will continue to be a champion for individuals and families affected by mental illnesses."

"For any parent, a child going missing is a worst nightmare turned into reality," said Senator Hackett. "We want to reassure families that we join them in their resolve to bring their child home, no matter how much time has past."

COLUMBUS—State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London) will join State Representative Jay Edwards (R-Nelsonville) and other state lawmakers for a press conference on Wednesday to announce legislative efforts aimed at battling Ohio’s drug epidemic through prescription drug reforms.

"This bipartisan effort redirects dollars back to the local governments, allowing for overdue construction and maintenance repairs of Ohio's transportation system," said State Senator Bob Hackett (R-London). "Investing in these infrastructure projects provides job opportunities for Ohioan's as well as a pathway for long-term economic growth."