Public Policy Advocates

Ohio Issue 2 would create a 13-member state livestock care standards board to establish standards for the care and well being of livestock.  Supporters of Issue 2 say it will provide Ohio with an expert board to set up comprehensive oversight of livestock care.  Opponents say Issue 2 is an effort by larger, “factory” farms protecting their interests, and that it doesn’t belong in the Ohio Constitution.  With the help of endorsements from Governor Strickland and Senator Voinovich, among others, Issue 2 passed easily, with 64% support.