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Sponsor testifies in favor of bill to name buckeye candy Ohio’s state candy
Summary
Senator DeMora presented sponsor testimony on Senate Bill 247 to designate the buckeye candy as Ohio’s official state candy; committee held a first hearing and did not vote.
Senator DeMora presented sponsor testimony to the Government Oversight and Reform Committee on Senate Bill 247, which would designate the buckeye candy — a peanut‑butter–and‑chocolate confection popular across Ohio — as the state candy.
DeMora described the candy’s role in family traditions and tailgates and noted the cultural connection from Cincinnati to Cleveland. He said the bill is meant to celebrate Ohio traditions and that his aide suggested the idea. DeMora provided samples to committee members and noted that the items provided were below the gift limit threshold.
Committee members thanked the sponsor. The record shows this was a first hearing and no committee vote or amendment was recorded. The committee proceeded to other agenda items after the testimony.
