The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) reminds Ohioans that energy efficiency benefits you, your household and the environment. A few simple steps can help you to save money, help the environment and take better control of the energy used in your home. Save money The energy used to heat and run your home can […]
Bill would make Ohio workers eligible for paid family leave
April 6, 2016 by
Ohioans would be eligible for paid family and medical leave under a bill introduced Tuesday in the Ohio House. Individuals could receive up to $1,000 a week for 12 weeks while caring for a family member, bonding with a new child or dealing with a health condition. The program would be paid for by employee […]
Lt. Governor urges Ohioans to prepare for severe weather
March 29, 2016 by
The state’s volatile spring and summer weather caused more than $100 million in just three Ohio storms last year, according to Ohio Lt. Governor Mary Taylor who is urging Ohioans to take action now that can help protect against even greater personal financial loss. Taylor recalled that three storms last year produced high wind, hail […]
PUCO and OEPA promote “Fix a Leak Week”
March 14, 2016 by
Household leaks waste 1 trillion gallons of water per year in the United States alone. That’s equal to the annual household water use of more than 11 million homes. Together with the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA), the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) is promoting “Fix a Leak Week,” March 14–20, 2016. Fix a […]
Study – Ohio insurance premiums among nation’s lowest
March 2, 2016 by
Ohioans pay among the lowest rates in the nation for auto and homeowners insurance according to a national industry study released today by Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor. Taylor who also serves as Ohio Department of Insurance Director quoted from findings of a National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) annual study. “We are focused on cultivating […]
Ohio AG warns of top tax scams reported to their office
March 1, 2016 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has warned Ohioans about two of the most common tax-related scams reported to the Ohio Attorney General’s Office – the “IRS” phone scam and tax identity theft. The IRS phone scam generally begins with a call claiming the recipient is in trouble with the IRS and must call a certain […]
PUCO offers energy choice tips
February 26, 2016 by
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) encourages Ohio’s utility consumers to be informed when considering energy options. The power for Ohioans to choose their energy supplier has been around for more than a decade. As a choice-eligible customer of an electric or natural gas investor-owned utility, you have the opportunity to choose the energy […]
Ohio AG introduces online student loan resource center
January 22, 2016 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has announced the Ohio Attorney General’s Office has developed a comprehensive online Student Loan Center to help prospective, current, and former college students understand and manage student loans. The Attorney General’s Student Loan Center, available at www.OhioAttorneyGeneral.gov/StudentLoans, contains information and resources to explore careers, choose a school, apply for student […]
New Ohio law raises maximum insurance claim amounts
January 6, 2016 by
Ohio Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor has announced that measures designed to provide additional financial protection for Ohio consumers if their life or health insurance company becomes insolvent has become law. Senate Bill 223 (Bacon) raises the maximum possible claim payout for disability and long-term care insurance for policyholders from $100,000 to $300,000; and basic hospital, […]
Ohio AG offers gym membership tips for the New Year rush
December 29, 2015 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has offered advice for consumers who plan to join a fitness center in the New Year. “If you’re joining a gym, review the contract before you sign it,” Attorney General DeWine said. “Understand how long you have to cancel and whether the contract will renew automatically. If a salesperson says […]
