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Wayne County: Residents received $224.53 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.6% of income in Wayne County, providing an average of $1,926 per capita to residents.

By Wayne County Today | Apr 13, 2025

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Wayne County saw 13.1% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

In 2022, government transfers made up 19.1% of income in Wayne County, an alarming 13.1% surge from 6% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

By Wayne County Today | Apr 4, 2025

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Wayne County ranks 77th highest in Ohio for per capita government transfer income at $10,169 in 2022

By Wayne County Today | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Wayne County received an average of $10,169 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 12th lowest in Ohio.

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Wayne County ranks 19th in Ohio for government transfer dependency at 19.1% in 2022

By Wayne County Today | Mar 6, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 19.1% of income in Wayne County—ranking it 19th least dependent among Ohio counties.

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Wayne County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.7% of income in 2022

By Wayne County Today | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.7% of income in Wayne County, providing an average of $917 per capita to residents.

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Ohio legislation aids inmate reintegration with state ID cards

By Wayne County Today | Dec 19, 2024

State Representative Scott Wiggam announced that a new law has been signed to assist incarcerated Ohioans in establishing their legal identity by providing them with state identification cards.

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Ohio approves job creation tax credit for Seaman Corporation

By Wayne County Today | Aug 16, 2024

State Representative Scott Wiggam (R-Wayne County) announced today that the Ohio Tax Credit Authority has approved a Job Creation Tax Credit for Seaman Corporation in Wooster.

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Wayne County receives over $1.5 million for fire and rescue improvements

By Wayne County Today | Aug 15, 2024

State Representative Scott Wiggam (R-Wayne County) has long supported first responders in Wayne County. That support continued with the passage of this year’s capital budget, bringing more funding to the district.

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Ohio House passes bill mandating E-Verify program

By Wayne County Today | Jun 13, 2024

State Representatives Scott Wiggam (R-Wayne County) and D.J. Swearingen’s (R-Huron) legislation to protect Ohio jobs from the employment of immigrant workers through an electronic verification process has passed the Ohio House on Wednesday.

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Ohio House passes bill to protect first responder data

By Wayne County Today | May 9, 2024

In a move to safeguard first responders, the Ohio House passed legislation on Wednesday, proposed by State Representative Scott Wiggam (R-Wayne County), that would exempt certain sensitive information about these individuals from being disclosed under public records law.

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House Transportation Committee Passes Bill to Declare Lance Corporal Austin B. Schwenk Memorial Highway

By Wayne County Today | Apr 10, 2024

COLUMBUS – The House Transportation Committee yesterday unanimously passed House Bill 350, which will dedicate a portion of State Route 44 between Mentor Avenue and Prouty Road as Lance Corporal Austin B. Schwenk Memorial Highway, announced State Representatives Jamie Callender (R-Concord) and Daniel Troy (D-Wickliffe).Lance Corporal (LCpl) Austin B. Schwenk was killed in October 2023 at Camp Lejeune where he served as a 2171, electro-optical ordinance repairer with the 2nd battalion, 6th Marine division. LCpl Schwenk graduated from Riverside Highschool in 2022 and is...

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Wiggam Introduces Legislation Targeting Drug Cartels and Illegal Immigration

By Wayne County Today | Mar 28, 2024

State Representative Scott Wiggam (R-Wayne County) has taken a strong stance against drug cartels, human trafficking, and illegal immigration by proposing legislation that aims to target their financial resources. The Ohio Withholding Illegal Revenue Entering Drug (WIRED) Act, introduced by Wiggam, seeks to combat these issues by imposing a 7% remittance transfer fee on all money sent outside of the United States.Wiggam emphasized the importance of addressing the issue of drug cartels and illegal activities beyond the border states, stating, "Citizens believe the United...

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Wiggam Appointed to Sunset Review Committee

By Wayne County Today | Mar 27, 2024

State Representative Scott Wiggam (R-Wayne County) has been appointed to the Ohio Sunset Review committee. The committee, tasked with evaluating the usefulness, performance, and effectiveness of various state agencies, is vital to Ohio's governance.Wiggam, acknowledging the importance of the committee, stated, "Committees like the Sunset Review have a significant purpose to state government." He emphasized that the decisions and recommendations made by the committee members play a crucial role in shaping a more efficient government that better serves the people of Ohio,...

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Wayne County rise or fall in 2021?

By Wayne County Today | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Wayne County received $14 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Medina County farmers in 2021 reached $2,919,738

By Wayne County Today | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Medina County received $2,919,738 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Wayne County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Wayne County Today | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Wayne County received $10,902,955 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Welch's Packaging Group Brings New Jobs to Wooster

By Wayne County Today | Jan 29, 2024

Welch Packaging Group, a leading manufacturer of custom cardboard packaging solutions, is set to open a new location in Wooster, Ohio. This exciting development comes after the company received the latest round of Job Creation Tax Credits from the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA).State Representative Scott Wiggam, who represents Wayne County, where Wooster is located, expressed his enthusiasm for this job creation opportunity. He stated, “Wayne County is open for business. These jobs are a welcome addition to the Wooster community and a testament to what Wayne County has...

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Ohio Senate Overrides Governor's Veto of SAFE and Save Women's Sports Acts

By Wayne County Today | Jan 24, 2024

The Ohio Senate has successfully overridden the governor's veto of the SAFE and Save Women's Sports acts, according to State Representative Scott Wiggam. The veto was overridden on Wednesday, with Wiggam voting in favor of the override in the House earlier this month. The legislation, known as House Bill 68, aims to protect children experiencing gender dysphoria from undergoing sex change procedures, such as chemical castration and invasive surgeries. Additionally, it includes the Save Women's Sports Act, which ensures the integrity of women's-only athletic competitions...

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Ohio Representative Introduces Resolution to Prevent Mandatory Mask Mandates

By Wayne County Today | Nov 14, 2023

State Representative Scott Wiggam (R-Wayne County) has introduced a House Joint Resolution (HJR4) that aims to protect Ohioans from mandatory mask mandates. The resolution, if passed, would allow the voters of Ohio to amend the Ohio Constitution and ensure that individuals are not required to wear medical masks or other facial coverings in public buildings or establishments.Wiggam introduced the resolution in response to the concerns raised by his constituents, particularly regarding the impact of mask mandates on children's education. He stated, "A great number of my...

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Wiggam, Swearingen Introduce Legislation to Require Employer Use of E-Verify Program

By Wayne County Today | Nov 13, 2023

State Representatives Scott Wiggam and D.J. Swearingen have recently introduced legislation in Ohio that would mandate employers to use the E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an internet-based system that helps employers verify the work authorization of new hires. This program aims to confirm an employee's eligibility for employment by checking federal records, including work permits, visas, and citizenship, all within a matter of seconds.Wiggam expressed his belief that implementing the E-Verify program would protect Ohio's workforce by making it more difficult...