State Rep. Antonio Comments On Equality Ohio’s 'Ohio Business Competes' Press Conference

LAKEWOOD, OH - From the Ohio House of Representatives: State Rep. Nickie Antonio (D-Lakewood) today commented on Equality Ohio’s recent announcement regarding the updated number of companies within Ohio Business Competes:

“As a legislator who has worked for years on legislation promoting fairness for all LGBTQ+ Ohioans, I see this as a step in the right direction. I hope more businesses realize that nondiscrimination policies only help attract and retain the best talent, which ultimately makes our industries more competitive nationally and internationally. I am thrilled to see our business leaders pave the way for further inclusivity in our state, and I look forward to working with all of the members of Ohio Business Competes in the future.”

Ohio Business Competes is a nonpartisan coalition of businesses dedicated to creating nondiscrimination policies in the workplace and throughout the state. As of today, there are 208 businesses in the coalition. Earlier today, Equality Ohio, joined by Key Bank, held a press conference announcing the number of businesses that have joined Ohio Business Competes.

Recently, Antonio introduced House Bill 160, “The Ohio Fairness Act”, legislation to prohibit discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodation on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity.

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