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Ohio General Assembly | |
General Information | |
Type: | State legislature |
Term limits: | 2 terms (8 years) in Senate, 4 terms (8 years) in House |
2015 session start: | January 7, 2014 |
Website: | Official Legislature Page |
Leadership | |
Senate President: | Keith Faber (R) |
House Speaker: | Cliff Rosenberger (R) |
Majority Leader: | Thomas Patton (R) (Senate), Barbara Sears (R) (House) |
Minority Leader: | Joseph Schiavoni (D) (Senate), Fred Strahorn (D) (House) |
Structure | |
Members: | 33 (Senate), 99 (House) |
Length of term: | 4 years (Senate), 2 years (House) |
Authority: | Art II, Ohio Constitution |
Salary: | $60,584/year |
Elections | |
Last Election: | November 6, 2012 18 seats (Senate) 99 seats (House) |
Next election: | November 4, 2014 17 seats (Senate) 99 seats (House) |
Redistricting: | Ohio Redistricting Commission has control |
As of May 2015, Ohio is one of 23 Republican state government trifectas.
The second Ohio Constitution, effective in 1851, took away the power of the General Assembly to choose the state's executive's officers, granting that right to the voters. A complicated formula apportioned legislators to Ohio counties and the number of seats in the legislative houses varied from year-to-year.
The Ohio Politics Almanac by Michael F. Curtin (Kent State University Press) described apportionment thus:
- The new [1851] constitution ... contained a complicated formula for apportionment, the so-called "major fraction rule." Under it, the state's population was divided by 100, with the resulting quotient being the ratio of representation in the House of Representatives. Any county with a population equal to at least half the ratio was entitled to one representative; a county with a population of less than half the ratio was grouped with an adjacent county for districting; a county containing a population of at least one and three-fourths the ratio was entitled to two representatives; a county with a population equal to three times the ratio was entitled to three representatives. To determine Senate districts, a similar procedure was followed; the starting point, however was figured by dividing the state's population by 35. The ratios for the House and Senate and the resulting apportionment was determined by a board consisting of the governor, auditor, and secretary of state.
In 1903, the apportionment system was modified by the Hanna amendment, which also gave the governor veto power over the assembly's acts, which could be overridden by a two-thirds vote of the assembly's houses. The last state constitutional convention, held in 1912, gave the governor a line-item veto, but reduced the supermajority required for overriding the veto to three-fifths. In 1956, a referendum increased the terms of state senators from two to four years.
The Hanna amendment (which guaranteed each county at least one representative and all members elected at large) guaranteed that rural areas of Ohio would dominate the legislature by giving them disproportionate representation. Several decisions by the U.S. Supreme Court in the 1960s, however, mandated apportionment proportional to population. Reapportionment was ordered in 1964. Starting with the 1966 election, the number of seats in the two chambers were fixed at their present numbers of 33 and 99.
Partisan balance 1992-2013
Ohio State Senate: During every year from 1992-2013, the Republican Party was the majority in the Ohio State Senate. The Ohio State Senate is one of 13 state senates that was Republican for more than 80 percent of the years between 1992-2013. Ohio was under Republican trifectas for the final three years of the study period.
Across the country, there were 541 Democratic and 517 Republican state senates from 1992 to 2013.
Ohio State House of Representatives: From 1992-2013, the Republican Party was the majority in the Ohio State House of Representatives for 17 years while the Democrats were the majority for five years. Ohio was under Republican trifectas for the final three years of the study period.
Across the country, there were 577 Democratic and 483 Republican State Houses of Representatives from 1992 to 2013.
Over the course of the 22-year study, state governments became increasingly more partisan. At the outset of the study period (1992), 18 of the 49 states with partisan legislatures had single-party trifectas and 31 states had divided governments. In 2013, only 13 states had divided governments, while single-party trifectas held sway in 36 states, the most in the 22 years studied.
The chart below shows the partisan composition of the Office of the Governor of Ohio, the Ohio State Senate and the Ohio House of Representatives from 1992-2013.
SQLI and partisanship
The chart below depicts the partisanship of the Ohio state government and the state's SQLI ranking for the years studied. For the SQLI, the states were ranked from 1-50, with 1 being the best and 50 the worst. Ohio had Republican trifectas during most of the years of the study, from 1995-2006 and from 2011-2013. The state's highest SQLI ranking, finishing 20th, occurred in 1997 during a Republican trifecta. Its lowest ranking, finishing 38th, occurred from 2008-2010 during a divided government.
Article II of the Ohio Constitution establishes when the General Assembly is to meet. Section 8 of Article II states that the regular session is to convene on the first Monday in January of each year, or the following day if that Monday is a legal holiday.
Section 8 also contains rules for convening special sessions of the General Assembly. It empowers the Governor of Ohio or the presiding officers of the General Assembly to convene a special session. For the presiding officers to convene the session, they must act jointly.
- See also: Dates of 2014 state legislative sessions
In 2014, the General Assembly will be in session from January 7 through December 31.
Major issues
Major issues during the 2014 legislative session include raising taxes on gas and oil drilling, reforming Ohio's municipal income tax system, changing the state's election and concealed-weapons laws, and reforming Medicaid and other health-care issues. Both chambers are also looking to reduce the state's energy efficiency and renewable energy mandates.[1]
- See also: Dates of 2013 state legislative sessions
In 2013, the General Assembly was in session from January 7 to December 31.
Major issues
Keith Faber (R) took over as President of the Senate and the main focus of the legislature was adopting a new biennial state budget. Additionally, lawmakers addressed casino regulation, state collective-bargaining laws, Medicare expansion, and prison overcrowding.[2]
- See also: Dates of 2012 state legislative sessions
In 2012, the General Assembly began its legislative session on January 3.
- See also: Dates of 2011 state legislative sessions
In 2011, the General Assembly will be in session from January 3 through a date to be determined by the Ohio Legislature.[3]
- See also: Dates of 2010 state legislative sessions
In 2010, the General Assembly convened its legislative session on January 4th, and it remains in session throughout the year.[4]
Role in state budget
- See also: Ohio state budget
The state operates on a biennial budget cycle. The sequence of key events in the budget process is as follows:[5][6]
- Budget instruction guidelines are sent to state agencies in July of the year preceding the start of the new biennium.
- State agencies submit their requests to the governor in September and October.
- Agency hearings are held in October and November.
- The governor submits his or her proposed budget to the state legislature in February (this deadline is extended to mid-March for a newly-elected governor).
- The legislature typically adopts a budget in June. A simple majority is required to pass a budget. The biennium begins July 1 of odd-numbered years.
Ohio is one of 44 states in which the governor has line item veto authority.[6]
The governor is legally required to submit a balanced budget proposal. Likewise, the state legislature is legally required to pass a balanced budget.[6]
Cost-benefit analyses
The Pew-MacArthur Results First Initiative released a report in July 2013 indicating that cost-benefit analysis in policymaking led to more effective uses of public funds. Looking at data from 2008 through 2011, the study's authors found that some states were more likely to use cost-benefit analysis, while others were facing challenges and lagging behind the rest of the nation. The challenges states faced included a lack of time, money and technical skills needed to conduct comprehensive cost-benefit analyses. Ohio was one of 29 states with mixed results regarding the frequency and effectiveness in its use of cost-benefit analysis.[7]
Ethics and transparency
Following the Money report
- See also: "Following the Money" report, 2014
The U.S. Public Interest Research Group, a consumer-focused nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C., released its annual report on state transparency websites in April 2014. The report, entitled "Following the Money," measured how transparent and accountable state websites are with regard to state government spending.[8] According to the report, Ohio received a grade of D- and a numerical score of 51, indicating that Ohio was "lagging" in terms of transparency regarding state spending.[8]
Open States Transparency
The Sunlight Foundation released an "Open Legislative Data Report Card" in March 2013. Ohio was given a grade of B in the report. The report card evaluated how adequate, complete and accessible legislative data was to the general public. A total of 10 states received an A: Arkansas, Connecticut, Georgia, Kansas, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Texas, Virginia and Washington.[9]
- See also: Redistricting in Ohio
The Ohio Apportionment Board is responsible for legislative redistricting. It is comprised of 5 members: the Governor, State Auditor, Secretary of State, and two members selected by the legislative leaders of the two major parties.
2010 census
Ohio received its 2010 local census data in early March 2011. Although the state population showed net growth, Ohio's large cities recorded significant population loss. Of the state's five largest cities only Columbus showed population growth. Cleveland suffered the sharpest decline, losing 17.1% of its population.[10]
The Ohio Legislative Task Force on Redistricting, Reapportionment, and Demographic Research assisted the General Assembly and Ohio Apportionment Board in drafting new maps. Four of the five members of the Board were Republicans. By a vote of 4-1 they gave final approval to new maps on September 28, 2011 - two days after posting them online. The lone Democrat on the Board, Rep. Armond Budish, opposed the maps, saying the plan "quarantines" Democrats in 1/3 of the legislative districts.[11]
On January 4, 2012, Democrats filed suit against the legislative maps, saying they violated constitutional requirements for compactness and preservation of county and municipal boundaries. The Ohio Supreme Court took the case but, due to the time factor, ruled the new maps would stand for the 2012 elections, with possible revisions to apply starting in 2014.[12]
Term limits
Republican activists, led by Fred A. Lennon, began pursuing term limits in the 1980s. In 1992, a referendum set term limits of eight consecutive years -- four consecutive terms in the house and two consecutive terms in the senate. Terms are considered consecutive if they are separated by less than four years.
State Senate
The Ohio State Senate is the upper house in Ohio's legislature. Members of the Ohio Senate are limited to two consecutive four-year elected terms. Service to fill out another member's uncompleted term does not count against the state's term limits. There are 33 members elected from individual districts. The current party distribution is 21 Republicans and 12 Democrats. Each member represents an average of 349,591 residents, as of the 2010 Census.[13] After the 2000 Census, each member represented 344,035.[14] Each Senate district corresponds exactly to 3 of the 99 State House districts.
Party | As of May 2015 | |
Democratic Party | 10 | |
Republican Party | 23 | |
Total | 33 |
The chart below shows the partisan composition of the Ohio State Senate from 1992-2013.
State House
The Ohio House of Representatives is the lower house of Ohio's legislature. The House first met in Chillicothe on March 3 1803, under the later superseded constitution of that year. The 127th General Assembly convened in January 2007. There are 99 members of the house, elected from single-member districts. Every even-numbered year, all the seats are up for re-election. The current party distribution is 59 Republicans and 40 Democrats. Each member represents an average of 116,530 residents, as of the 2010 Census.[15] After the 2000 Census, each member represented 114,678.[16]
Party | As of May 2015 | |
Democratic Party | 34 | |
Republican Party | 65 | |
Total | 99 |
The chart below shows the partisan composition of the Ohio State House of Representatives from 1992-2013.
- See also: Comparison of state legislative salaries
As of 2013, members of the Ohio Legislature are paid $60,584/year during legislative sessions. Legislators receive no per diem.[17]
When sworn in
Ohio legislators assume office January 1st.
Joint legislative committees
There are five joint legislative committees in the Ohio State Legislature.
- Correctional Institution Inspection Committee
- Joint Committee on Agency Rule Review
- Joint Legislative Ethics Committee
- Legislative Service Commission
- State Controlling Board
See also
External links
- ↑ www.cleveland.com, "Ohio lawmakers' 2014 agenda includes budget changes, tax overhauls," accessed January 10, 2014
- ↑ The Columbus Dispatch, "Ohio Senate's new leader brings aggressive style," January 6, 2013
- ↑ National Conference of State Legislatures, "2011 Legislative Sessions Calendar," accessed June 6, 2014(Archived)
- ↑ National Conference of State Legislatures, "2010 Legislative Sessions Calendar," accessed June 19, 2014(Archived)
- ↑ National Conference of State Legislatures, "State Experiences with Annual and Biennial Budgeting," updated April 2011
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 National Association of State Budget Officers, "Budget Processes in the States, Summer 2008," accessed February 21, 2014
- ↑ Pew Charitable Trusts, "States' Use of Cost-Benefit Analysis," July 29, 2013
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 U.S. Public Interest Research Group, "Following the Money 2014 Report," accessed April 15, 2014
- ↑ Sunlight Foundation, "Ten Principles for Opening Up Government Information," accessed June 16, 2013
- ↑ Examiner.com, "4 of 5 big Ohio cities, counties lose people, Whites still dominate, Census says," March 10, 2011
- ↑ The Columbus Dispatch, "Reapportionment: Maps tilt Ohio more to GOP," September 24, 2011
- ↑ Daily Jeffersonian, "No Ohio Redistricting Decision Before Election," February 19, 2012
- ↑ census.gov, "Population Distribution and Change: 2000 to 2010," accessed May 15, 2014
- ↑ U.S. Census Bureau, "States Ranked by Population: 2000," April 2, 2001
- ↑ census.gov, "Population Distribution and Change: 2000 to 2010," accessed May 15, 2014
- ↑ U.S. Census Bureau, "States Ranked by Population: 2000," April 2, 2001
- ↑ NCSL.org, "2012 State Legislator Compensation and Per Diem Table," accessed March 18, 2013
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A complimentary breakfast is offered. Dining is available at one of the resort's 10 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include 3 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a swim-up bar. A computer station is located on site and high-speed wireless Internet access is complimentary. This all-inclusive resort also offers a complimentary children's club, a children's pool, and an outdoor tennis court. Onsite self parking and valet parking are complimentary.
- Swim-up bar
- Children's pool
- Spa tub
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Children's club (free)
- Meeting rooms
- Arcade/game room
- Conference space
- Total number of rooms - 668
- 24-hour front desk
- Porter/bellhop
- Express check-out
- Multilingual staff
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Shopping on site
- Hair salon
- ATM/banking
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Elevator/lift
- Tennis on site
- Number of bars/lounges - 3
- Supervised childcare/activities
- Wedding services
- Coffee shop or café
- Free breakfast
- Full-service spa
- Health club
- Grocery/convenience store
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free WiFi
- Computer station
- Laundry facilities
- Marina on site
- Nightclub
- Free valet parking
- Garden
- Terrace
- Poolside bar
- Beach bar
- Luggage storage
- Local Expert Concierge
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Beach umbrellas
- Pool cabanas (surcharge)
- Beach sun loungers
- Beach towels
- Conference center
- Outdoor tennis court
- Snack bar/deli
- Free self parking
- Conference space size (meters) - 2294
- Number of meeting rooms - 21
- Golf course on site
- Year Built 1990
- Number of restaurants - 10
- Conference space size (feet) - 24692
- Number of buildings/towers - 5
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Free self parking, Free valet parking
Room Amenities
- Pay movies
- Balcony or patio
- Climate control
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Air conditioning
- Phone
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Free bottled water
- Minibar (stocked, some free items)
- Turndown service
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Shower/tub combination
- Bidet
- Rainfall showerhead
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- In-room safe (laptop compatible)
- Iron/ironing board
- Daily housekeeping
- Sofa bed
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Satellite TV service
- Free WiFi
- Room service (24 hours)
- Sofa bed size
- Free cribs/infant beds
Where to Eat
Guests are offered a complimentary buffet breakfast.
Naos - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open 24 hours.
Market Grill - This poolside steakhouse serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
Mole - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required.
Tempo byMartinBerasategui - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required.
Bana - This sushi bar specializes in Asian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
24-hour room service is available.
Nearby Things to Do
Guests can play rounds at the 9-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including an outdoor tennis court, a marina, and a health club. A children's pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a steam room.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
- Aerobics on site
- Golfing on site
- Kayaking on site
- Pilates classes on site
- Playground on site
- Snorkeling on site
- Volleyball on site
- Yoga classes/instruction on site
- Beach volleyball on site
Spa Services
YHI SPA has 13 treatment rooms. Services include massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna.
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.
- Number of treatment rooms 13
- Manicures and pedicures
- Body wraps
- Body scrubs
- Aromatherapy treatments
- Hydrotherapy treatments
- Sauna in spa
- Massages
- Minimum age to access spa is 18
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
Hotel Policies
Minimum check-in age is 18
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Check-out time is noon
Payment types
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same hotel / stay dates).
No pets or service animals allowed
We should mention
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Children 4 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Awards & Affiliations
Family Offer
Book a stay in a Family Concierge room/rate category for travel anytime and receive the following:
- Family Concierge accommodations as selected
- Certified, dedicated butler
- Children bathrobes, slippers, towels and tear-free toiletries
- Daily stocked minibar including children´s drinks
- Daily turndown service with milk and cookies
- Special family activities and use of children club
- Walkie-talkie, children beach kit, and free 24 hour rental of PS2, Xbox 360, or Wii
Royal Service Offer
Book a stay in a Royal Service room/rate category for travel anytime and receive the following:
- Royal Service accommodations as selected
- Personal butler service
- Cell phone to call butler, and unlimited local calls
- Special pool-kit including sunscreen lotion, fruits and sorbets, and sunglass cleaning
- Preferential reservations at Spa, activities, and excursions


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