Ohio State House District 62

Current seat holder: Jean Schmidt.

Ian Schwartz

Ian Schwartz Ian Schwartz served in the U.S. Air Force from 2007 to 2011.

· Ballotpedia

Campaign site

“Protect Your Health: Communities depend on accessible healthcare and strong local health services. I support policies that protect healthcare access, strengthen community hospitals and local providers, and work to control rising prescription drug and insurance costs.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“Protect Your Family: Strong communities depend on reliable public safety, job security, stable emergency services, and local food systems. I support policies that keep police, fire, and EMS services strong, support family farms and local food access, and ensure communities remain safe and stable places to raise a family.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“I am especially interested in public policies that affect the economic security and well-being of working families. Across Ohio, many households face rising costs and financial pressure that make it difficult to get ahead.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))

Jean Schmidt

Jean Schmidt Jean Schmidt was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, and lives in Miami Township, Ohio. from the University of Cincinnati in 1974.

· Official legislative page · Ballotpedia

Campaign site

“I am proud of the work the Ohio General Assembly has accomplished in conjunction with the DeWine administration and former Lt. Governor Jon Husted. Because of this partnership and the leadership of the legislature, Ohio has risen to the rank of #1 in business in the country.” (Official legislative website (ohiohouse.gov))

Ron Grethel

Ron Grethel Ron Grethel earned a high school diploma from Loveland High School and a bachelor's degree from Xavier University in 2013. His career experience includes working as an IT professional.

Campaign site

“Ohio deserves practical, common-sense leadership. I’m running to give voters real choices and real control over their government.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“I’m not a Democrat or a Republican, and I’m not funded by political insiders. I’m running to represent everyday people in our community, including families, workers, and small business owners who feel ignored by both parties.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“I will push for a public project page with scope, funding, milestones, schedule changes, and expected outcomes for every major Route 32 investment. After completion, ODOT should publish an after-action report comparing actual safety and traffic results with the original promise.” (Campaign website (neighborsforgrethel.com))