State
State Senator, 19th District
Full term commencing 1/1/2027
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A state senator is one of 33 members of the Ohio Senate, which writes and votes on state laws and the state budget and confirms many of the Governor's appointments.
Covers all of Coshocton, Delaware, Holmes and Knox counties.
Taxes & budget
Scott CharlandDemocratic
- Proposes a 5% tax on income over $1 million.
Ryan RiversRepublican
- Supports property tax reform to reduce the burden on homeowners.
Public safety
Scott CharlandDemocratic
No documented position found.
Ryan RiversRepublican
- Supports more resources for law enforcement.
Education
Scott CharlandDemocratic
- Opposes private school vouchers; proposes in-person applications.
Ryan RiversRepublican
No documented position found.
Economy & jobs
Scott CharlandDemocratic
- Proposes a $20 minimum wage tied to inflation.
Ryan RiversRepublican
- Supports local input and accountability for economic development.
Environment & parks
Scott CharlandDemocratic
- Supports banning all future data centers in Ohio.
Ryan RiversRepublican
No documented position found.
Government & transparency
Scott CharlandDemocratic
No documented position found.
Ryan RiversRepublican
- Supports eliminating government waste and abuse.
Challengers are listed first and incumbents last; otherwise candidates appear in ballot order. The Gist does not rank, rate or endorse candidates. Only positions backed by a cited source are shown; 6 issues covered in this race.