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Council honors the legacy of Rep. Helen Rankin
Summary
Cincinnati City Council adopted a resolution recognizing the late Ohio state Rep. Helen Rankin for her legislative work, including requiring insurance coverage for mammograms and her service as the first Black woman in the Ohio House; family members and local leaders spoke at the dais.
Cincinnati City Council adopted a resolution honoring the lifetime public service of the late Ohio state Representative Helen Rankin and recognized her contributions to women's health and constituent service.
Vice Mayor Kearney read the resolution and noted Rankin's work—including legislation that helped require insurance coverage for mammograms and cervical cancer screenings—before inviting family members and community leaders to speak. Sharon Rankin Moon and other family members accepted the council's recognition and thanked the city.
Council members from multiple parties described Rankin as a trailblazer who "made history as the first African American woman to serve in the Ohio House of Representatives" and praised her perseverance and constituent focus. President Johnson and several colleagues offered brief remarks before the council adopted the resolution by a rising vote.
Outcome: The resolution was adopted and presented to Rankin's family; council indicated the measure would be filed as an official recognition in city records.
Source: Vice Mayor remarks, family testimony and council roll call during the council meeting.
