Terrence Upchurch

District 20
Chamber House
Political Party Democrat
https://ohiohouse.gov/members/terrence-upchurch

Born and raised in the greater Collinwood and Glenville communities, Terrence is a proud graduate of St. Peter Chanel High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Cleveland State University and is currently enrolled at Cleveland State University’s College of Law, seeking his Juris Doctorate degree.

Although busy juggling school and elected official business, he vows to be a true and trusted ally in the Statehouse for his community. From rebuilding crumbling infrastructure, to ensuring students receive a quality education, to increasing Ohio’s local government fund, Terrence believes we can once again lead the nation in innovation and sustainability.

In District 20 and across Ohio, he wants to reverse the impact constituents have felt of a state legislature that continues to cut community resources. He has worked hard to pass legislation to help working class families and underrepresented groups. In topics ranging from maternal and infant health, common sense gun legislation, criminal justice reform and fair treatment for those with disabilities.

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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
Adopt Superman as the official superhero of the state
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 270
Type House Bill
Committee General Government
Adopt the 1905 Wright Flyer III as the state airplane
General Assembly 136
Number S. B. No. 24
Type Senate Bill
Committee Transportation
Allow alternative rate plans for certain natural gas companies
General Assembly 136
Number S. B. No. 103
Type Senate Bill
Committee Public Utilities
Allow alternative rate plans for certain natural gas companies
General Assembly 136
Number S. B. No. 103
Type Senate Bill
Committee Energy
Allow eligible homeowners to defer property tax payment
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 212
Type House Bill
Committee Ways and Means
Allow surviving spouse to retain Purple Heart license plate
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 339
Type House Bill
Committee Transportation
Allow unclaimed funds to temp. cover delinquent property taxes
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 882
Type House Bill
Committee Ways and Means
Allow use of campaign funds to pay certain child care costs
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 60
Type House Bill
Committee Government Oversight
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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 Favorable Passage
Relative to travel allowance.
General Assembly 136
Number H. R. No. 408
Type House Resolution
Committee
Vote Yes
Vote Date 5/13/2026
Vote Result Adopted
Create Higher Ed Evidence-Based Innovation Fund, Grant Program
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 644
Type House Bill
Committee Workforce and Higher Education
Vote Yes
Vote Date 5/13/2026
Vote Result Passed
Regards student use of a nasal epinephrine delivery device
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 462
Type House Bill
Committee Health
Vote Yes
Vote Date 5/13/2026
Vote Result Passed
Regulate practice of surgical assistants, surgical technologists
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 423
Type House Bill
Committee Health
Vote Yes
Vote Date 5/13/2026
Vote Result Passed
Require certain facilities assist inmates in obtaining ID cards
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 393
Type House Bill
Committee Community Revitalization
Vote Yes
Vote Date 5/13/2026
Vote Result Passed
Enact the Larry Henderson Act
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 372
Type House Bill
Committee Judiciary
Vote Yes
Vote Date 3/25/2026
Vote Result Passed
Enact SHE WINS Act
General Assembly 136
Number H. B. No. 347
Type House Bill
Committee Health
Vote No
Vote Date 3/25/2026
Vote Result Passed
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