The State of Ohio is a weekly news program spotlighting the latest happenings at the Statehouse, in the Governor’s office, at the Ohio Supreme Court and throughout the Buckeye State. Award-winning host Karen Kasler presents viewers with unique analysis and thoughtful perspective on important issues of statewide interest through interviews with political leaders, newsmakers, experts and Ohio citizens. The State of Ohio is the only TV show to bring to Ohioans the latest news about taxes, voting, education and other critical matters from where it all happens -- Capitol Square.

Friday, January 4, 2008

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Though state lawmakers may pass fewer bills this first half of the legislative session than they have in a decade, they did do some big things. They passed a budget nearly unanimously, along with a property tax break and a freeze on college tuition. And they made key decisions on electronic gaming machines, strip clubs, eminent domain and corruption. But a big bill on electricity and energy has yet to be tied up, and there may be economic challenges ahead. Senate President Bill Harris of Ashland and the Minority Leader of the Senate, Teresa Fedor of Toledo, review this first year of the 127th General Assembly and preview the second.

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