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After Arizona's controversial immigration law, SB 1070 states across the nation of have discussed adopting similar laws despite the massive protesting and objections being seen across throughout the states.
Unfortunately enough Ohio is one of the many states discussing adopting a similar law. Since Ohioans first got wind of this news, an open meeting was held on the University of Cincinnati campus to discuss what we can do to make sure that Ohio is not the next Arizona. And a rally was held on Saturday June 5th to protest the creation of any similar laws, to raise awareness about this issue and share the stories of those who have been affected by poor immigration laws.
From what I have heard there appears to be a bill in Ohio that has passed the Senate, and Republicans are pushing for it to be on the ballot this November.
The immigration reform rally was supported by Planned Parenthood, Cincinnati Interfaith Workers' Center and many other local organizations and individual activists.
Since the rally I have not heard any word of a follow up with a lobby day, petition or more protests and rallies.
From what Googling I did I found this article where Strickland says he would veto bills similar to SB 1070...