Ohio State Representative Gary Click, known for his legislative and ministry experience, posted a series of statements on March 14, 2026, addressing support for law enforcement and parental rights in Ohio.
In one post from that day, Click wrote, “I pray for the families of these brave Ohioans. Every individual who puts on the uniform deserves our love, respect, and gratitude. https://t.co/a9OW8Jgkpq” (March 14, 2026). Click’s background includes service as a chaplain supporting law enforcement officers (official website).
Later the same evening, Click commented on issues facing parents in Ohio: “Parents are in danger of losing their children in Ohio for saying what I just told the Judiciary Committee. I am determined to change that with #HB693 #AffirmingFamiliesFirstAct https://t.co/I673ZlwTjx” (March 14, 2026). He referenced House Bill 693 and an effort to address parental rights through proposed legislation.
In another statement referencing committee proceedings that night, Click said: “Watch @JoshWilliamsOH ‘s face when I answer @DJSwearingenOH These both sit on the Judiciary Committee and will be holding someone accountable! #AffirmingFamiliesFirst #HB693 https://t.co/q3J3ECaWKx” (March 14, 2026).
Click is a Republican state representative for Ohio House District 88 who has chaired both the Community Revitalization Committee and the Ohio Christian Legislators Caucus (official website). His career spans more than three decades in ministry—working in youth programs, Christian education, and hospice chaplaincy—before focusing full-time on legislative duties at Fremont Baptist Temple (official website). In addition to his legislative advocacy around parental rights and public safety issues highlighted in his recent posts, Click has also served on committees related to ways and means, education, children and human services (official website) and supported initiatives aimed at strengthening educational outcomes statewide.
