Policy Matters Ohio

60% of driver’s license suspensions in Ohio are for reasons unrelated to driving — such as failure to pay court fees. A suspension can cause havoc in a person’s day-to-day life, making it harder to do things like get to work—where they could earn money to pay those fees! Watch the full video from the Drive to Justice Summit in Cleveland for more!

Molly Bryden and Policy Matters Ohio’s recent article brings attention to an urgent public health issue: childhood asthma linked to air pollution. This is another clear reason why Ohio needs to move forward with community solar legislation. These bills will not only expand access to affordable clean energy, but also help reduce harmful emissions affecting our kids. It’s time to prioritize both public health and a cleaner energy future. Support community solar and healthier air for all Ohioans. #CommunitySolar #CleanEnergy #EnvironmentalJustice #HealthierOhio https://lnkd.in/gD6bMsNk

PRESS RELEASE: A recent survey of Black women in Dayton, Cincinnati, and Columbus — conducted by the Care Economy Organizing (CEO) Project/Ohio Organizing Collaborative?— provides insight into their individual experiences with the health care system in Ohio.?Policy Matters Ohio’s new report?combines survey findings with analysis of other public health research to illustrate how systemic problems impact individuals, families, and communities — especially Black women. “A person’s freedom to live a healthy life shouldn’t depend on their race or gender,” said report co-author, Policy Matters researcher Kathryn Poe. “But for Black women in Ohio, that is the reality — often because of decisions by state legislators. The good news is that policy solutions can improve health equity and health outcomes for Black women and all Ohioans.” On September 26, Poe will join leaders from the CEO Project at a press event to highlight powerful firsthand accounts from Black women whose lives have been directly impacted by the health care disparities revealed in the survey. The event will begin at 10:00 AM in the Ladies Gallery at the Ohio Statehouse. https://lnkd.in/eJjHeVzy

On September 20th, Jennifer Roller and Fallon Peterson attended the The City Club of Cleveland event to participate in a conversation on taxation in Ohio and the Nation. Thank you to Policy Matters Ohio for your hospitality and to the panelists for informing such an important and relevant topic. Amy Hanauer Greg R. Lawson Joree Novotny Bailey Williams, J.D. Karen Kasler #Learning #policy #nonprofitsector

It was an appropriate end to my first week at Policy Matters Ohio to hear my coworker Bailey Williams, J.D. and PMO founder Amy Hanauer speak at The City Club of Cleveland on taxation in Ohio. I am so grateful to have joined such an informed, compassionate, and funny group of people and am excited for what’s to come!

I’m excited to share my article on education funding in Ohio, highlighting the inequities in school funding that has been exacerbated by the expanded voucher system. I was given the chance to work on this article throughout my summer internship at Policy Matters Ohio under the guidance of Piet van Lier.?I'm grateful for the chance to research this issue and to be able to share my findings. https://lnkd.in/gkWfqygZ

We have 20 spaces available to register for our LGBTQ 101: Cultural Competency and Anti-Discrimination in Homeless Services training. For more info and to register, go to our website https://lnkd.in/gpUZis7a #LGBTQTraining

We're hiring a research fellow to join our fines and fees policy team! The team focuses on criminal justice fees and fines that states and localities impose to raise revenue for court operations, police departments, and other public services.?Check out the full job posting here: https://lnkd.in/eqTzV3Wd

?? Catch our Executive Director Hannah Halbert on the latest episode of America's Work Force Union Podcast, which focuses on our 2024 State of Working Ohio report! Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/gAZM3bM5

We confronted the gender data gap at today’s Columbus Metropolitan Club forum. Great to be there and support Courtney Falato, our JPMorganChase Global Philanthropy Program Officer! The panel also featured Kimberly Lee Minor, President and CEO of the Women of Color Retail Alliance, Lillian Morales, Executive Director of Empowering Latinas Leadership Academy, and the Executive Director of Policy Matters Ohio, Hannah Halbert. Thank you to Kelley Griesmer, President and CEO of The Women's Fund of Central Ohio, for moderating today’s #cmcforum and Toni Bell for her remarks!