State Senator Willis E. Blackshear Jr

10/06/2026

Today is the first day of early voting!

Below are the dates and times when voting will take place at your local Board of Elections. Make a plan to vote, and make sure your voice is heard this election season.

10/05/2026

Check out my October Newsletter! For more up to date information about what’s going on at the statehouse and in District 6, subscribe!

10/05/2026

Today is the last day to register to vote in the 2026 General Election!

Visit VoteOhio.gov to check your voter registration status and find more information about voting in Ohio.

Make sure you’re registered and ready to make your voice heard this election season!

10/02/2026

Yesterday, I was honored to serve as the keynote speaker at the Business of Aging event, where this year’s theme was “Housing for a Thriving Community”.

Housing is connected to every aspect of our lives, and ensuring access to safe, affordable, and stable housing requires collaboration at every level. Federal, state, and local governments must work alongside community organizations to support policies that address the needs of our workforce, Ohio’s veterans, and older adults.

The American Dream should not be out of reach for anyone. Together, we must continue working toward policies and partnerships that expand opportunity and help ensure that every person has the opportunity to thrive in the community they call home.

09/18/2026

09/15/2026

Today is National Voter Registration Day!

With the November election right around the corner, now is the perfect time to make sure your voter registration information is accurate and up to date. If you’re not registered yet, there’s still time to get registered!

Visit voteohio.gov to check your registration status, update your information, or register to vote.

The deadline is October 5th!

Make sure your voice is heard this November!

09/10/2026

Wawa is officially in Miami Township!

This morning, I had the privilege of attending and speaking at Wawa’s ribbon-cutting ceremony. This new store represents more than $7.5 million investment in our community and will employ about 35 associates, creating jobs right here in Miami Township.

I’m excited to welcome Wawa to the community and I’m proud to have this great establishment in District 6!

09/09/2026

This morning, I had the opportunity to visit Greenmont Elementary School in Kettering to interview students interested in participating in the school’s Ambassador Program.

It was great hearing students share their leadership skills, experiences, and reasons for wanting to take on this role.

I’m grateful for another opportunity to be part of this program and to support these young leaders as they grow and develop their leadership skills.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

Today, we celebrate the hardworking men and women whose dedication keeps our communities strong and our state moving forward.

Many of the workplace protections we value today, from minimum wage laws and workplace safety standards to the five-day workweek, child labor protections, and the eight-hour workday, are rooted in the labor movement.

To every worker who helps make our state a better place to live, work, and raise a family, thank you!

Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing Labor Day!

08/31/2026

This afternoon, I attended the unveiling of Washington Township’s new senior transportation vehicle, made possible through 5310 grant funding from the Ohio Department of Transportation!

This new vehicle is a great asset that will help ensure our seniors have reliable transportation to get where they need to go. I’m glad to see this funding used to provide greater access and opportunities for seniors in our community.