Ohio State House District 78

Current seat holder: Matt Huffman.

Jeffrey R. Givan

Jeffrey R. Givan That sounds hard, and sometimes it was. We had some amazing care, but you shouldn't have to fight for it.

· Campaign biography

Campaign site

“Ohio's public schools are in crisis, and it didn't happen by accident. The legislature passed a bipartisan plan to finally fund our schools fairly, then broke its own promise.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“I'm running to make a real difference for working families in Ohio House District 78. My priorities are grounded in the challenges our neighbors face every day, from the cost of healthcare to the quality of our schools.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))
“I've lived in enough places to know that people don't fight with each other on their own. They get pushed into it.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (2026))

Matt Huffman

Matt Huffman in Government from the University of Notre Dame and his J.D. from the University of Cincinnati School of Law.

· Official legislative page

Campaign site

“For decades, the Joint Systems Manufacturing Center in the City of Lima has produced the machinery and tanks that our military relies on to protect our country. I applaud Rep. Richardson and the members of the Veterans and Military Development Committee for venturing their way across the state to highlight Ohio’s strong legacy in military service and national defense.” (Official legislative website (ohiohouse.gov))
“The projects funded through this budget plan will benefit both rural and urban communities across the state. I commend Chairman Stewart, Vice Chair Dovilla, and members of the House Finance Committee for their hard work and thoughtful stewardship to develop a plan that will have a transformational impact on Ohioans.” (Official legislative website (ohiohouse.gov))