David Thomas, an Ohio state legislator, recently used his social media platform to discuss tax policy, legislative efforts regarding senior homeowners, and public safety initiatives.
On March 16, 2026, Thomas referenced a local political event in Columbus. He wrote: “I’m happy to talk taxes and how we’re helping anytime! Including, at our recent Ohio Young Republicans social in Columbus, Cal drove from Belmont County for the event and we had a great talk.”
Later that day, he addressed concerns about property foreclosures on seniors. In a post dated March 16, 2026, Thomas stated: “We cannot say it definitively, but we should be able to say it and respond to the concerns of our taxpayers clearly, that Ohio does not foreclose on seniors. H.B. 443 makes this clear. Ohio will not foreclose on seniors — we will be the first in the nation to say so.”
The following morning on March 17, 2026, Thomas highlighted his support for legislation focused on dangerous dogs: “Another bill I have cosponsored is HB 247, Rep. Kevin Miller and Lawson-Rowe’s legislation to great increase safety and penalties around dangerous dogs which have been shown to be a threat. Very sad situation that led to this bill being called Avery’s Law, but strongly needed”.
H.B. 443 is designed to protect senior citizens in Ohio from losing their homes due to foreclosure by making it explicit in state law that such actions will not be taken against them. This measure would make Ohio the first state in the U.S. with such legal protections for seniors.
HB 247—referred to as “Avery’s Law”—was introduced following a tragic incident involving a dangerous dog attack and aims to strengthen regulations and penalties related to ownership of aggressive dogs.
Both bills reflect ongoing legislative discussions within Ohio aimed at providing greater security for vulnerable populations such as seniors and improving community safety standards regarding animal control.
