Heidi Workman

District 72
Chamber House
Political Party Republican
https://ohiohouse.gov/members/heidi-workman

Heidi Workman serves as a dedicated State Representative in Ohio’s 72nd House District, representing most of Portage County with a commitment to community-driven leadership. Her platform focuses on practical solutions, property tax relief, and support for small businesses, resonating with Ohioans seeking effective governance.

As a small business owner, Workman brings firsthand insight into the challenges entrepreneurs face. With a robust background in healthcare, nursing, and insurance, she draws on two decades of experience as a registered nurse, providing compassionate patient care while advocating for accessibility and affordability in healthcare. Her expertise in healthcare insurance informs her commitment to policies that streamline systems, reduce costs, and empower Ohioans to make informed healthcare choices. Workman is a vocal advocate for reducing regulations and easing burdens on small business owners, working to create an environment where entrepreneurs can thrive and drive Ohio’s economic vitality.

Elected in November 2024, Workman serves as Vice Chair of the Technology and Innovation Committee and was appointed to serve on the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) Task Force on AI, Cybersecurity, and Privacy, promoting policies that drive economic growth and technological advancement in Ohio. Workman also holds roles on the Government Oversight, Natural Resources, and Workforce & Higher Education committees, focusing on accountability, sustainable resource management, and education-to-employment opportunities that meet community urgent workforce needs. Appointed to the Ohio Tuition Trust Authority, she works to expand college savings options, helping families plan for affordable higher education.

Workman is deeply committed to her constituents, listening closely to their concerns and prioritizing property tax reform to ease financial pressures on homeowners and small businesses while sustaining essential local services. Her advocacy for less regulation and decreased burdens on small business owners reflects her belief in empowering communities to drive economic growth. Her collaborative, results-driven approach blends healthcare expertise, business acumen, and a dedication to practical, evidence-based policies that uplift Ohio communities.

A proud Ohioan, Workman holds Bachelor of Science degrees from both Bowling Green State University and Kent State University. She resides in Portage County with her husband and four young children. Guided by a commitment to service and community, she is devoted to fostering a healthier, more prosperous, and opportunity-rich future for the next generation.

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Committee Membership

View the legislative committees and subcommittees on which this member of congress currently serves. These assignments indicate where the member focuses their legislative efforts, drafts bills, and conducts government oversight.

This section highlights the original bills and resolutions introduced by this member of congress. As the primary sponsor, the member acts as the chief advocate for these proposals, steering them through the legislative process to address specific policy goals and constituent needs.

General Assembly
Committee
Allow surviving spouse to retain Purple Heart license plate
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 339
Type House Bill
Committee Transportation
Apply for Convention of the States re: term limits
General Assembly 136
Number H. J. R. No. 3
Type House Joint Resolution
Committee Government Oversight
Authorize home kitchen registration for sale of certain foods
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 134
Type House Bill
Committee Agriculture
Authorize tax credit - small employers with health reimbursement
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 133
Type House Bill
Committee Ways and Means
CA: Establish a constitutional right to hunt and fish
General Assembly 136
Number H. J. R. No. 1
Type House Joint Resolution
Committee General Government
CA: Limit property taxes to specified percentage of value
General Assembly 136
Number H. J. R. No. 6
Type House Joint Resolution
Committee Ways and Means
CA: Require identification to vote
General Assembly 136
Number H. J. R. No. 9
Type House Joint Resolution
Committee General Government
Codify the Spearin doctrine in public construction contracts
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 605
Type House Bill
Committee Commerce and Labor
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Recent Votes

A comprehensive list of recent voting sessions. Each entry includes the bill number, a summary of the legislation, the member’s specific vote.

General Assembly
Committee
Create the Ohio, The Heart of It All Pass program
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 732
Type House Bill
Committee Arts, Athletics, and Tourism
Vote Yes
Vote Date 5/20/2026
Vote Result Passed
Align and modernize fingerprinting and disposition reporting
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 689
Type House Bill
Committee Public Safety
Vote Yes
Vote Date 5/20/2026
Vote Result Passed
Enact the Grand Jury Privacy and Protection Act
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 565
Type House Bill
Committee Judiciary
Vote Yes
Vote Date 5/20/2026
Vote Result Passed
Create jury tampering offense; revise court intimidation offenses
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 478
Type House Bill
Committee Judiciary
Vote Yes
Vote Date 5/20/2026
Vote Result Passed
Modify trust and probate laws
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 446
Type House Bill
Committee Judiciary
Vote Yes
Vote Date 5/20/2026
Vote Result Passed
Regards Ohio State, Local Government Expenditure Databases
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 413
Type House Bill
Committee Technology and Innovation
Vote Yes
Vote Date 5/20/2026
Vote Result Passed
Regards Ohio State, Local Government Expenditure Databases
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 413
Type House Bill
Committee Finance
Vote Yes
Vote Date 5/20/2026
Vote Result Passed
Require ODNR discount program for veterans, service members
General Assembly 136
Number S. B. No. 223
Type Senate Bill
Committee Armed Services, Veterans Affairs and Public Safety
Vote Yes
Vote Date 5/20/2026
Vote Result Favorable Passage
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