Christina Hagan Selected by Republican Caucus to Replace Former Rep. Todd Snitchler

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COLUMBUS – House Speaker William G. Batchelder (R-Medina) announced today that the Republican Caucus has selected Christina M. Hagan of Alliance to replace former Rep. Todd Snitchler (R-Uniontown), who was appointed by Governor John Kasich to serve as chairman of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio. Ms. Hagan was selected unanimously by the House Republican Caucus screening panel after the panel interviewed three candidates selected by the Stark County Republican Party. Ms. Hagan is the daughter of former State Representative John Hagan (R-Alliance) who served from 2000-2008.

 

“We are very fortunate to have someone like Christina Hagan in our caucus,” Speaker Batchelder said. “Her passion for serving the community and her philosophy of reducing government spending and helping bring jobs back to Ohio are qualities that we are eager to welcome into our caucus.”

 

Christina is currently finishing her collegiate career at Malone University with a degree in business administration. She is currently the head tennis coach at Marlington High School and is employed at a local restaurant in Jackson Township. Additionally, Ms. Hagan is a graduate of the JoAnn Davidson Leadership Institute, was a student of the University of Akron’s Bliss Institute of Applied Politics, and has been active in the Stark County Republican Party for many years.

 

Ms. Hagan will be sworn-in during House session on Wednesday, March 2, 2011.

UPDATE: Publicity photo just received...

State Rep.-to-Be Christina Hagan?

She's 22...seriously?  this was the best we could do?  We're going to lose this seat next cycle...

Speaker Batchelder Thanks Representative Snitchler for Service and Outlines Process for Replacemen

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COLUMBUS—Ohio House Speaker William G. Batchelder (R-Medina) today thanked Representative Todd Snitchler (R-Uniontown) for his service to the Ohio House of Representatives. The Speaker also noted his intention for the House Republican Caucus to work closely with the citizens and leadership of the 50^th House District throughout the appointment process, as has been the case in previous appointments.

 

“My dear friend and colleague Todd Snitchler is an outstanding legislator and he will make a noteworthy addition to the PUCO,” Speaker Batchelder said. “While his departure from the House of Representatives is a tremendous loss for our caucus, the PUCO will become stronger because of Todd’s thoughtful insight and leadership. I thank him for his diligent service to the 50^th House District and look forward to working with him in his new role.”

 

Residents of the 50^th House District who wish to be considered to fill the vacancy should provide a letter of interest to Speaker Batchelder at 77 South High Street, 14^th Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215 by Friday, February 25, 2011 at 5:00pm. Applicants may also email their letter to Speaker Batchelder at District69@ohr.state.oh.us.

 

To assist in the appointment process, Chairman Jeff Matthews has indicated that Stark County Republican Party Executive Committee will meet on Saturday, February 26, 2011 at 9:00am at 3218 Parkway Street NW in Canton, Ohio to hear from applicants and make recommendations to the House Republican Caucus.

 

“It is vitally important that we work closely with the citizens and leadership of the 50^th House District to identify a person who will best represent them in the House,” said Speaker Batchelder. “I also appreciate Chairman Matthews’ willingness to assist the Republican Caucus in the appointment process.”

 

On Monday, February 28, 2011, a panel of Republican House members will meet to interview applicants, with the likely appointment of the new member to be on Wednesday, March 2, 2011. Details regarding the membership of the panel and location will be announced in the near future.

Statement from Speaker Batchelder on Appointment of Rep. Todd Snitchler as PUCO Chairman

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COLUMBUS—Speaker William G. Batchelder (R-Medina) issued a statement today following the announcement by Governor Kasich that Rep. Todd Snitchler (R-Uniontown) has been appointed to serve as chairman of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO):

 

 

“My friend and colleague Todd Snitchler has been an outstanding member of the Ohio House Republican Caucus. He has continuously served the residents of the 50^th House District and the people of Ohio with great distinction. His intellect, vitality and willingness to serve have been something members of both sides of the aisle have come to greatly admire and respect. What is a loss for the House Majority Caucus is a tremendous gain for the PUCO and the people of Ohio.  I sincerely wish him and his family the very best and I look forward to working with him in this new capacity.”

 

Speaker Batchelder said details about a process for filling Rep. Snitchler’s House seat will be made available in the near future.

RELEASE: Kasich Appoints Snitchler Chairman of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio

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UNIONTOWN – Today Gov. John R. Kasich announced the appointment of Rep. Todd Snitchler (R-Uniontown) to be chairman of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO).  Snitchler’s term will include three remaining years of former Chairman Alan Schriber’s unexpired term.  This appointment is subject to the advice and consent of the Ohio Senate.

  

In accepting this position, Snitchler will vacate his seat in the Ohio House of Representatives from the 50^th District, where he has served as ranking member (128^th GA) and chairman (129^th GA) of the Public Utilities Committee. 

 

Snitchler is an attorney at the Snitchler Law Firm, LLC, and has been in private practice since 2003 representing families and small business owners.  Snitchler received his law degree from the University of Akron School of Law in 2002 and his bachelor’s degree in history and secondary education/social science from Grove City College in 1992.  Prior to attending law school, Snitchler worked in the insurance industry and earned his Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (“CPCU”) and Certified Insurance Counselor (“CIC”) designations.

Rep. Snitchler Reintroduces Legislation to Require Performance Audits of State Agencies

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Measure aims to increase transparency, reduce waste in state government

 

(COLUMBUS) – State Representative Todd Snitchler (R-Uniontown) introduced legislation today that will require the Ohio Auditor of State to conduct performance audits of state agencies.  The goal of the legislation, House Bill 2, is to reduce government waste and increase transparency in state government. 

 

“Particularly in these tough economic times, it is vital that we ensure our tax dollars are used effectively and appropriately,” Rep. Snitchler said. “This should be a bipartisan issue: if a government agency is not achieving the goals that have been set for it or if audits show that an agency is providing an unnecessary or underutilized service, then we must reexamine the necessity for that agency in order to save valuable taxpayer resources.”

 

Under the legislation, the Auditor of State will conduct a performance audit of four state agencies selected by the Auditor, in consultation with the governor, that have been required to file performance data with the director of budget and management for at least one biennium.  These audits will allow the state to regularly evaluate the usefulness and practicality of certain state-funded agencies and their related programs.

 

Rep. Snitchler said the idea has been introduced in other states like Washington, where similar audits identified nearly $4 billion in potential savings.  “We have a budget deficit looming in this General Assembly that must be addressed immediately,” Snitchler said.  “House Bill 2 will put us on track toward getting spending under control and finding long-term savings for the future. There is great potential for this concept to save the state billions of dollars in what would have otherwise been wasteful spending. These savings will take time, so it is important that we start the process immediately.”

 

The bill has been assigned to the House State Government and Elections Committee, which will begin public hearings on the legislation in the near future.

OHIO HOUSE: Batchelder Announces House GOP Policy Committee

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COLUMBUS – Speaker-elect William G. Batchelder (R-Medina) today announced the members of the Ohio House Majority Policy Committee for the 129th General Assembly. Representative Todd Snitchler (R-Uniontown) will serve as chair.

“During his time in the Legislature, Representative Snitchler has served with the highest integrity and has demonstrated a strong understanding of a variety of complex issues,” Batchelder said. “His leadership on legislative analysis, along with the caliber of the rest of the committee, will be vital to ensuring the House Majority produces legislative results that address Ohio’s most serious issues.”
The Ohio House Republican Caucus Policy Committee was established in the 128th General Assembly to create a forum for caucus members to share ideas and solutions to issues facing the state prior to bill introduction. In addition, the policy committee will hold statewide meetings throughout the term to solicit feedback from the general public as well as share proposals moving through the legislative process. The committee is composed of veteran and freshman House Republican members.
“I am humbled that Speaker-elect Batchelder has asked me to lead this committee within our caucus, especially during these challenging times,” Snitchler said. “Maintaining a high quality of work product and ensuring that we are focusing on Ohio’s core issues in a timely manner is priority number one.”
Other members of the committee include:
Rep. Gerald Stebelton (HD 5 – Lancaster)
Rep. Randy Gardner (HD 6 – Bowling Green)
Rep. Peter Stautberg (HD 34 – Cincinnati)
Rep. Kristina Daley Roegner (HD 42 – Hudson)
Rep. Todd McKenney (HD 43 - New Franklin)
Rep. Courtney Combs (HD 54 – Hamilton)
Rep. Ross McGregor (HD 72 – Springfield)
Rep. Dave Burke (HD 83 – Marysville)