The resolution adopted by the Ohio House of Representatives addresses the election of Caleb Stidham to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of D.J. Swearingen from the 89th House District. According to Section 11 of Article II of the Ohio Constitution, vacancies in the House must be filled by election among members of the same political party as the previous officeholder. Swearingen's resignation became effective on October 4, 2026, prompting the need for this resolution.
The resolution formally elects Caleb Stidham, a Republican, to serve as a member of the House of Representatives for the 89th District, effective November 10, 2026. This election is to fill the unexpired portion of Swearingen's term, which concludes on December 31, 2026. Additionally, the resolution mandates that a copy be recorded in the House Journal, along with the voting record of the Republican members, and instructs the Clerk of the House to certify the resolution to the Secretary of State.