Over the years, the Hottinger household has been home to several pets, many of which have been strays or rescues. Even if you are not a fan of owning a pet, I believe everyone would agree that animal ...

COLUMBUS- State Senator Jay Hottinger (R- Newark) today welcomed James "Buster" Douglas to the Ohio Statehouse to honor him for his 30 year anniversary of defeating the legendary boxer Mike Tyson.

COLUMBUS - On Tuesday, State Senator Jay Hottinger (R-Newark) introduced Senate Bill 205, legislation that would increase penalties for acts of cruelty toward companion animals.

COLUMBUS-State Senator Jay Hottinger (R-Newark) today announced the Senate's unanimous passage of his legislation which would increase penalties associated with violations of a protection order.

Another school year has begun. Parents and students are back in the routine of packing lunches, checking homework and adjusting to new schedules. A new school year entails new responsibilities not ju ...

COLUMBUS-State Senator Jay Hottinger (R-Newark) today reminded Ohioans to take advantage of the state's annual Sales Tax Holiday this weekend, August 2-4, to purchase back-to-school supplies and clothing.

The most important piece of legislation passed during each Ohio General Assembly is the biennial budget, which affects every Ohioan from newborns to senior citizens. It serves as the cornerstone of funding for the great state we all call home. The recently enacted budget is the most child-focused budget I have seen in my 25 years of serving in the legislature. I had the privilege of sponsoring several amendments to the budget that will go a long way in helping Ohio families most in need. 

COLUMBUS- State Senator Jay Hottinger (R-Newark) today announced that Carvana will bring 400 new jobs to Heath, Ohio in Licking County.

COLUMBUS- On Wednesday, Senator Jay Hottinger (R-Newark) recognized Mark Weiner, the Director of Victim Services for the Licking County Prosecutor's Office, on receiving the National Crime Victim Service Award from the U.S. Justice Department.

COLUMBUS- The Ohio Senate today passed the state's two-year operating budget (Am. Sub. H.B. 166), legislation that invests in Ohio's essential public services while providing significant tax relief to hard-working Ohioans and preserving key tax reforms important to Ohio's growth.