Anita Somani District 8 OH

In Medicaid committee, we heard powerful testimony from Ohioans who rely on critical Medicaid services to survive. Their stories highlight the importance of this system. Thank you to all who showed up, your voice and your advocacy matters. #medicaid #ohio

This week’s hearing on HJR 9 got me thinking about the importance of protecting our right to vote. Now would be a great time to get prepared for the November 2026 elections by making sure you are registered to vote. Head to voteohio.gov for more info!

Ohio Republicans are trying to accuse Medicaid of having rampant fraud as an excuse to cut essential services for vulnerable populations. Medicaid funding is critical for children, pregnant women, and disabled adults across our state.

Join me and the OLBC Foundation next Wednesday at 6pm for virtual panel on menopause and Black women’s health! For more information head to www.olbcfoundation.org

Join me and the OLBC Foundation next Wednesday at 6pm for virtual panel on menopause and Black women’s health! For more information head to www.olbcfoundation.org

Ohio Republicans are trying to restrict voting rights yet again. This resolution will open the door to only allowing in person voting on Election Day, which would prevent working, disabled, and aging Ohioans from exercising this fundamental right. #vote #votingrights #votersuppression

Come join us at our town hall at the Dublin Branch of the Columbus Public Library! Details below: - Date: Monday, May 18th - Time: 7-8:30pm - Place: Columbus Public Library - Dublin Branch, Meeting Room 2

The House is back in session next week, and there will be a lot of bills moving, so make sure to follow us to stay updated! #statehouse #ohiopolitics

Remember to go vote today! Polls are open until 7:30pm. #vote #votingIsYourRight

Every month this year, Ohio is celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with different themes. May is Arts and Culture month, so across Ohio, there will be events to celebrate the contributions of many remarkable Ohioans to this country’s cultural heritage.

In a free society, political violence is never the answer and it should always be condemned. That doesn’t mean that we should be suppressing our fundamental rights of free speech and a free press because these are also cornerstones of democracy. #democracy #freepress #freespeech #constitutionalright

Momentum provides over 1000 4th graders an outlet through movement and dance every year. You can see their end-of-year show tomorrow and Friday at the Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre downtown! Supporting access to the arts for kids is so important for their development & mental health.

Rep. Bryant-Bailey and I introduced HB 767, aka the H.O.T.T.I.E Act to require that insurers cover hormone therapy for menopausal treatment just as they would cover any other medically necessary treatment.

So much of the misinformation about vaccines comes from social media influencers . As physicians we can combat this by calling out & reporting misinformation when we see it. We can also create fact-based content ourselves! #vaccines #publichealth #socialmedia

Vaccines are life-saving. To protect the health of children everywhere, we must protect current vaccination requirements. Don’t let MAHA convince you that they’re optional! #vaccines #publichealth

Reminder that tax day is tomorrow! Let’s build a world where our taxes go to things that help our community, like schools and roads, not wars. #taxes #taxday