H.R. No. 179 Summary

• Memorializes Jim Siegel, a journalist who worked for the Salem News, Mansfield News Journal, Gannett Newspapers Statehouse Bureau, Cincinnati Enquirer, and Columbus Dispatch starting in 2005.

• Recognizes Siegel's awards including the Best in Ohio Award in the staff reporter category at the 2012 Ohio Excellence in Journalism contest and honorable mention in the 2009 Associated Press of Ohio Competition.

• Honors his service as past president of the Ohio Legislative Correspondents Association, volunteer with Gahanna Special Olympics, and announcer for lacrosse and football games at Gahanna Lincoln High School.

• Acknowledges his family including his wife Stacy and two sons, Benjamin and Vincent, and his dedication to service and commitment to Ohio's legislative process.

• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit an authenticated copy of the resolution to Siegel's family.