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State Representative, 18th District

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Term
2 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: A state representative votes on Ohio laws and the state budget in the Ohio House of Representatives.

Cuyahoga County: Cleveland Heights, East Cleveland, Highland Hills, North Randall, Orange, Shaker Heights, Warrensville Heights, Woodmere and part of the city of Cleveland.

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Health & human services

  • Davida RussellDemocratic

    • Supports expanding affordable health and mental health care.
  • Maureen LynnRepublican

    No documented position found.

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