State rep. named committee vice chair

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COLUMBUS — State Representative Craig S. Riedel (R-Defiance) was appointed by Ohio House Speaker Cliff Rosenberger (R-Clarksville) as vice chair of the House’s Economic Development, Commerce, and Labor Committee.

The committee receives and reviews legislation that deals with issues ranging from licensing for commercial roofing contractors to workplace requirements regarding the flu vaccine.

“I am honored that Speaker Rosenberger appointed me to this position. I appreciate his confidence in me to take on this new responsibility,” Representative Riedel said. “I believe that my 27 years of business background and experience will be an asset to the committee. I look forward to this great opportunity.”

Rep. Riedel also serves on the following committees: Armed Services, Veterans Affairs, and Homeland Security; Finance; Higher Education and Workforce Development; and Ways and Means. He is in his first term and represents the 82nd House District.

Riedel and his wife, Danette, have two adult children and reside in Defiance.