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Dan Troy
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Ohio House of Representatives District 23
Tenure

2023 - Present

Term ends

2026

Years in position

2

Predecessor
Prior offices
Ohio House of Representatives District 60
Successor: Kris Jordan
Predecessor: John Rogers

Compensation

Base salary

$71,099/year

Per diem

$No per diem is paid

Elections and appointments
Last elected

November 5, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

University of Dayton, 1970

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Army

Years of service

1970 - 1976

Service / branch

U.S. Army Reserve

Years of service

1970 - 1976

Personal
Birthplace
Cleveland, Ohio
Religion
Roman Catholic
Profession
Engineer
Contact

Dan Troy (Democratic Party) is a member of the Ohio House of Representatives, representing District 23. He assumed office on January 1, 2023. His current term ends on December 31, 2026.

Troy (Democratic Party) ran for re-election to the Ohio House of Representatives to represent District 23. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Biography

Dan Troy was born in Cleveland, Ohio. Troy served in the U.S. Army from 1970 to 1976. He received a bachelor's degree from the University of Dayton in 1970.[1]

Troy's career experience includes working as an air balance technician and project engineer at Kahoe Air Balance Company and Professional Balance Company and teaching state and local government courses at Lakeland Community College. He has served with the Northern Ohio Public Energy Council, the Lake County Wisdom Collaborative, the McKinley Center Food Bank, the Applewood Behavioral Centers, and the Chagrin River Watershed Partnership Board.[1]

Committee assignments

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2023-2024

Troy was assigned to the following committees:

2021-2022

Troy was assigned to the following committees:

The following table lists bills this person sponsored as a legislator, according to BillTrack50 and sorted by action history. Bills are sorted by the date of their last action. The following list may not be comprehensive. To see all bills this legislator sponsored, click on the legislator's name in the title of the table.


Elections

2024

See also: Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2024

General election

General election for Ohio House of Representatives District 23

Incumbent Dan Troy defeated Tony Hocevar in the general election for Ohio House of Representatives District 23 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Dan Troy
Dan Troy (D)
 
52.9
 
33,941
Image of Tony Hocevar
Tony Hocevar (R) Candidate Connection
 
47.1
 
30,241

Total votes: 64,182
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 23

Incumbent Dan Troy advanced from the Democratic primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 23 on March 19, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Dan Troy
Dan Troy
 
100.0
 
5,737

Total votes: 5,737
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 23

Tony Hocevar advanced from the Republican primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 23 on March 19, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Tony Hocevar
Tony Hocevar Candidate Connection
 
100.0
 
7,749

Total votes: 7,749
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Campaign finance

Endorsements

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2022

See also: Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2022

General election

General election for Ohio House of Representatives District 23

Incumbent Dan Troy defeated George Phillips in the general election for Ohio House of Representatives District 23 on November 8, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Dan Troy
Dan Troy (D)
 
51.5
 
25,683
Image of George Phillips
George Phillips (R)
 
48.5
 
24,183

Total votes: 49,866
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 23

Incumbent Dan Troy advanced from the Democratic primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 23 on August 2, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Dan Troy
Dan Troy
 
100.0
 
2,892

Total votes: 2,892
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 23

George Phillips advanced from the Republican primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 23 on August 2, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of George Phillips
George Phillips
 
100.0
 
2,433

Total votes: 2,433
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Campaign finance

2020

See also: Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2020

General election

General election for Ohio House of Representatives District 60

Dan Troy defeated George Phillips in the general election for Ohio House of Representatives District 60 on November 3, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Dan Troy
Dan Troy (D) Candidate Connection
 
50.7
 
28,421
Image of George Phillips
George Phillips (R)
 
49.3
 
27,623

Total votes: 56,044
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 60

Dan Troy advanced from the Democratic primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 60 on April 28, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Dan Troy
Dan Troy Candidate Connection
 
100.0
 
7,679

Total votes: 7,679
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 60

George Phillips advanced from the Republican primary for Ohio House of Representatives District 60 on April 28, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of George Phillips
George Phillips
 
100.0
 
6,224

Total votes: 6,224
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Campaign finance

2012

See also: Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2012

Troy was running in the 2012 election for Ohio House District 60. Troy defeated Jim Helmink and Laura A. DePledge in the March 6 Democratic primary election and would have been challenged by Lori Dinallo (R) in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.[2][3]

Troy withdrew prior to the general election.[2]

Ohio House of Representatives, District 60 Democratic Primary, 2012
Candidate Vote % Votes
Green check mark transparent.pngDan Troy 47.5% 3,656
Jim Helmink 26.7% 2,053
Laura A. DePledge 25.8% 1,984
Total Votes 7,693

Campaign themes

2024

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2022

Dan Troy did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.

2020

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I am a lifelong resident of Northeast Ohio, and have lived in Lake County for 64 years. I am a graduate of the University of Dayton (B.A. in Political Science), a U.S. Army veteran, a member of Sheet Metal Workers Local Union #33, have taught State and Local Government at the college level, and have served in elected public office at the municipal, state and county level for most of my life. I was a Willowick City Councilman and its Council President for 9 years, an Ohio State Representative for 14 years, and a Lake County Commissioner for 20 years. I served as the Ohio House Ways and Means Chairman, as President of the Ohio County Commissioners Association on two separate occasions, and as a member of the National Association of Counties Board of Directors.

I am committed to making government work respectfully, effectively and efficiently to improve the quality of life for its citizens through compromise and consensus. Government ensures that the core components of a civilized society are maintained and delivered; I take the responsibility to manage that

effort seriously.
  • My knowledge and experience gained at many levels of government will help me be a better representative.
  • My record demonstrates that I work across the aisle in achieving compromise and consensus respectfully.
  • My experience in budgetary and taxation issues is vital as we recover fiscally from the pandemic.
Budgetary issues, i.e. maintaining fiscal stability to insure essential services can be delivered.

Taxation policy review, modernization and reform - particularly in the property tax area.
Protecting the health of Lake Erie and its feeder watersheds.
A concern about the state and condition of our underground environmental infrastructure; our water and our sewer lines are aging and we can't keep kicking replacement down the road and imperiling the health
of our citizens.
Ohio is near last in what we spend to address abused and neglected children. We need to commit more
to protect this most vulnerable segment of our population.

Our state is aging rapidly, and scammers are everywhere preying on our seniors. I support more protections and a beefing up of our Adult Protective Services infrastructure.
Poltical figures like FDR, John F. Kennedy and Robert Kennedy.

FDR, because of his willingness and courage to take bold action to try and pull the nation out of the
Depression. I try to follow that example of decisive action in tough times.
JFK, because he brought a fresh spirit of youthfulness and vision (e.g. the Space Program) to a nation a bit in the doldrums. His wit and humor were great tools at breaking tension; I'm a firm believer that levity and a sense of humor help reach common ground and consensus.

Bobby Kennedy had a remarkable ability to understand people from diverse racial and economic backgrounds. The sincere empathy he demonstrated to those different populations Is a rare commodity in public leaders today, and I and others could do a great service to our society by emulating Bobby.
Always eager to learn more about the subject matter; the ability to work well and compromise with others, and the knowledge of how government at many levels works and the experience of having done so.
Communicate with your constituents and seek their input (representative government is a two-way street. Enact necessary laws and budgets, but in doing so, be diligent in doing the research, weigh the facts, be open to public input, and make the right decision.

Interact on behalf of your constituents with any state agencies with which they may be having an issue.

Facilitate proper and respectful oversight of executive branch agencies to insure that they are following legislative intent with their budget appropriations.
That wherever I served, I worked hard and improved the quality of life for the constituency that elected me.
Vaguely recall the 1956 Election (Eisenhower vs. Stevenson). I was 8.
More vividly recall the Russian launch of Sputnik in 1957. I was 9.
I was a newspaper carrier for the Lake County News-Herald. I delivered the daily afternoon paper for about 4 years while still in school.
A Tale of Two Cities
I love historical novels, and Dickens captures the cause and folly of the French Revolution in excellent fashion.
Got to Get a Message to You by the BeeGees
Being on time for meetings or events; quitting smoking (have now done so for 18 years).
Well, two year terms and four year terms for starters. Both House and Senate seats are population based, so,i don,t see a situation in either chamber where statewide policy would trump district constituent desires. The House initiates the budget process, but the Senate plays a greater role in executive branch oversight by virtue of its appointment confirmation powers.
I certainly do. All local governments in Ohio are creatures of state statute, and experience from serving at that level gives a legislator an "on the job"understanding of how the state can hurt or help the effective performance and delivery of services at that level. Entry level legislators tend to be more philosophical rather than pragmatic about the functions and day to day responsibilities of local governments. A state legislator might say "there ought to be a law"; a former local official has had to operate under those laws and has had to directly experience putting them into action. Also, prior experience in representing and responding to constituent concerns is a great apprenticeship for a state legislator.
Remaining fiscally stable in order to provide the essential state services and the pass-through funding to

schools, community colleges, heath care, children and adult protective services,, developmental disabilities and mental health community based agencies. Not only has Ohio's average wage been somewhat flat for some time, but we are also a rapidly aging state with an increasing percentage of retirees. We need to upgrade our economic capabilities while also modernizing our public service models

to coincide with more finite resources.
The Governor obviously propose the budget, which is the major public policy document that the Legislature processes. He can also be somewhat of a legislator by proposing programs and law changes to the Legislature. In all cases, i think there needs to be mutual respect between the two branches, realizing that the Governor is speaking and acting on behalf of the entire state, and in return, his understanding that you are analyzing proposals based on the impact to your district constituents. An ideal relationship requires open, honest and constant communication between the two branches of government.
Absolutely. I did it during my previous service. You need 50 votes out of 99: it's much easier if you have a respectful relationship with your colleagues on both sides of the aisle. There will obviously be philosophical differences, and often divergent opinions, but it's essential to respect those opinions and the right to disagree. That, I believe, puts one in a position to explore give and take and some common ground with that colleague to possibly reach a compromise. If folks consider all the facts, and are willing to reason, common ground can be reached on a variety of issues.
A fair one, that stresses compactness and minimal splitting up of communities and counties. Splintering or packing to create political advantage to one party or the other should not be condoned. Making sure that competitive districts are drawn will result in more consensus and common ground decision making, thus bringing about more compromise and better public policy development.
Finance and Appropriations - have always strove to be on that committee. The budget is the primary public policy document of the state, and that's the committee that processes it.

Ways and Means - always interested in as fair and as uniform of a tax code as possible that doesn't overburden or underburden any taxpayer. A civilized society requires core services, and their has to be a fair and effective method to generate the resources necessary to underwrite the cost of that.

Any committee charged with environmental oversight - we need to keep our Lake Erie healthy, properly treat wastewater, and dispose of our waste properly.
There were several. Before term limits, there were certain legislators that were silos of expertise on certain subject matter. Bill Hinig and Pat Sweeney on budgets, Dean Conley on taxes and capital financing, Fred Deering on highways and bridges, Barney Quilter on general government. All were voices of reason, and I would aspire to that.
Would have liked to go to Congress, but, at my age, I,m content to once again be a State Representative.
Anytime that you receive a thank you from someone by being able to help them personally through a government program, or assist them in cutting the red tape of a bureaucracy, is memorable. I have enjoyed that expression of gratitude from numerous citizens over the years.

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Dan Troy campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024* Ohio House of Representatives District 23Won general$229,089 $120,750
2022Ohio House of Representatives District 23Won general$276,516 $207,957
2020Ohio House of Representatives District 60Won general$194,462 N/A**
Grand total$700,066 $328,707
Sources: OpenSecretsFederal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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2024

In 2024, the Ohio State Legislature was in session from January 2 to December 19. A special session on elections commenced on May 28, 2024, and ended on May 31.

Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to LGBTQ, civil rights, and racial justice issues.


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Footnotes

Political offices
Preceded by
Laura Lanese (R)
Ohio House of Representatives District 23
2023-Present
Succeeded by
-
Preceded by
John Rogers (D)
Ohio House of Representatives District 60
2021-2022
Succeeded by
Kris Jordan (R)


Current members of the Ohio House of Representatives
Leadership
Speaker of the House:Jason Stephens
Majority Leader:Marilyn John
Minority Leader:Dani Isaacsohn
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