Robert Hackett

Robert Hackett

Republican Party

Prior offices

Ohio House of Representatives District 74

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Ohio State Senate District 10

Successor: Kyle Koehler

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Education

Bachelor's

Columbia University

Personal

Profession

Managing partner

Contact

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Robert Hackett (Republican Party) was a member of the Ohio State Senate, representing District 10. He assumed office on February 23, 2016. He left office on December 31, 2024.

Hackett (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the Ohio State Senate to represent District 10. He won in the general election on November 3, 2020.

Hackett was first appointed to the chamber on February 23, 2016, to replace Chris Widener (R), who resigned in January 2016 to take another job.

Hackett served in the Ohio House of Representatives, representing District 74 from 2009 to his appointment to the state Senate on February 23, 2016.

Biography

Hackett earned his B.A. in economics from Columbia University. His professional experience includes being the founder and former managing partner of Central Ohio Financial Management Group.

Committee assignments

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2023-2024

Hackett was assigned to the following committees:

• Financial Institutions and Technology, Vice Chair
• Senate Health Committee
• Senate Insurance Committee, Chair
• Senate Rules and Reference Committee
• Transportation Committee
• State Controlling Board Committee

2021-2022

Hackett was assigned to the following committees:

• Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee
• Financial Institutions and Technology
• General Government Committee
• Senate Insurance Committee, Chair
• Senate Rules and Reference Committee
• Veterans and Public Safety Committee

2019-2020

Hackett was assigned to the following committees:

• Agriculture Committee
• Senate Health Committee
• Insurance and Financial Institutions Committee, Chair
• Local Government, Public Safety, and Veterans Affairs Committee
• Senate Ways and Means Committee

2017 legislative session

At the beginning of the 2017 legislative session, this legislator served on the following committees:

2015 legislative session

At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Hackett served on the following committees:

Ohio committee assignments, 2015
• Financial Institutions, Housing and Urban Development
• Insurance
• State Government

2013-2014

In the 2013-2014 legislative session, Hackett served on the following committees:

Ohio committee assignments, 2013
• Financial Institutions, Housing and Urban Development
• State and Local Government

2011-2012

In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Hackett served on the following committees:

Ohio committee assignments, 2011
• Local Government
• Financial Institutions, Housing and Urban Development
• Health and Aging

2009-2010

In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Hackett served on the following committees:

Sponsored legislation

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Elections

2024

See also: Ohio State Senate elections, 2024

Robert Hackett did not file to run for re-election.

2020

See also: Ohio State Senate elections, 2020

General election

General election for Ohio State Senate District 10

Incumbent Robert Hackett defeated Charles Ballard in the general election for Ohio State Senate District 10 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Robert Hackett (R)	65.3	109,456
		Charles Ballard (D)	34.7	58,126

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 167,582
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Ohio State Senate District 10

Charles Ballard advanced from the Democratic primary for Ohio State Senate District 10 on April 28, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Charles Ballard	100.0	16,232

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 16,232
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Ohio State Senate District 10

Incumbent Robert Hackett advanced from the Republican primary for Ohio State Senate District 10 on April 28, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Robert Hackett	100.0	29,116

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2016

See also: Ohio State Senate elections, 2016

Elections for the Ohio State Senate took place in 2016. The primary election was held on March 15, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was December 16, 2015.

Incumbent Robert Hackett defeated Matthew Kirk in the Ohio State Senate District 10 general election.

Ohio State Senate, District 10 General Election, 2016
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Robert Hackett Incumbent	65.14%	99,477
	Democratic	Matthew Kirk	34.86%	53,239
Total Votes				152,716
Source: Ohio Secretary of State

Matthew Kirk defeated Michael Gilbert in the Ohio State Senate District 10 Democratic primary.

Ohio State Senate District 10, Democratic Primary, 2016
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Democratic	Matthew Kirk	66.78%	13,614
	Democratic	Michael Gilbert	33.22%	6,771
Total Votes				20,385

Incumbent Robert Hackett defeated Brian Walton in the Ohio State Senate District 10 Republican primary.

Ohio State Senate District 10, Republican Primary, 2016
Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Robert Hackett Incumbent	58.08%	30,253
	Republican	Brian Walton	41.92%	21,839
Total Votes				52,092

2014

See also: Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2014

Elections for the Ohio House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election took place on May 6, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was February 5, 2014. Incumbent Robert Hackett was unopposed in the Republican primary and was unchallenged in the general election.

2012

See also: Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2012

Hackett won re-election in the 2012 election for Ohio House, District 74. Hackett was unopposed in the March 6 Republican primary election and defeated Steve W. Key (D) in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.

Ohio House of Representatives, District 74, General Election, 2012

Party		Candidate	Vote %	Votes
	Republican	Robert Hackett Incumbent	64.8%	31,471
	Democratic	Steve W. Key	35.2%	17,122
Total Votes				48,593

2010

See also: Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2010

Hackett won re-election to District 84 of the Ohio House of Representatives. He defeated Aaron Kilbarger (D) in the general election on November 2, 2010.

Ohio House of Representatives, District 84
Candidates		Votes	Percent
Robert Hackett (R)		29,375	69.70%
Aaron Kilbarger (D)		12,769	30.30%

2008

See also: Ohio House of Representatives elections, 2008

On November 4, 2008, Hackett won election to the Ohio House of Representatives. He defeated Connie Crockett (D) in the general election.

Ohio House of Representatives, District 84
Candidates		Votes
Robert Hackett (R)		33,723
Connie Crockett (D)		21,206

Campaign themes

2020

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2016

Hackett's campaign website highlighted the following issues:

“	A Strong Economy: During my first years in the House, I helped to balance the $8 billion budget deficit that crippled our state, and I did so without raising taxes one penny. I am proud of the balanced budget we established and have maintained. In all that I do, I strive to ensure that work was not in vain. I believe that we must budget responsibly, trim back unnecessary government programs, and reduce spending wherever possible to guarantee the life of our economy today and the security of our state tomorrow. Getting Ohioans Back to Work: The American Dream asks us to pull ourselves up by working hard every day to achieve a better life. That work requires jobs, and I have committed myself to bringing those jobs to Ohio and to our region. I voted to create JobsOhio, which helped create tens of thousands of new jobs, making Ohio #1 in the Midwest for job creation. Saving Taxpayers' Money: I am a strong proponent for cutting taxes on both families and businesses. I have lead the effort to cut state income taxes in the last two budgets, eliminated the Death Tax, and unwavering supported and achieved small business tax cuts. Our neighbors and businesses know how to spend their money better than the government does, and leaving more in their pockets strengthens their fiscal stability and Ohio's economy more than any government program could. Promoting and Sustaining Agriculture: Having spent almost all of my life in the District and even working for six years in agriculture, I know how important the farms and farmers of our region are for providing stability and vitality to our communities and Ohio at large. As a Madison County Commissioner, I incorporated changes in zoning to build a comprehensive plan for preserving our district's agriculture. I am still committed to that mission and will always work to keep and grow our farms and guarantee that our farmers are rewarded fairly for their crucial occupation. Pro-Life Commitment: As a Catholic and a father, I believe life begins at conception and ends with natural death. I have always passionately supported pro-life legislation to protect the most innocent and vulnerable among us. This stance will never change.	”
—Robert Hackett

Campaign finance summary

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Robert Hackett campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2020	Ohio State Senate District 10	Won general	$555,376	N/A**
2016	Ohio State Senate, District 10	Won	$321,308	N/A**
2014	Ohio State House, District 74	Won	$129,916	N/A**
2012	Ohio State House, District 74	Won	$91,836	N/A**
2010	Ohio State House, District 84	Won	$78,464	N/A**
2008	Ohio State House, District 84	Won	$93,235	N/A**
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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2024

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2023

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2022

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In 2022, the Ohio State Legislature was in session from January 19 to December 15. Equality Ohio Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to LGBTQ, civil rights, and racial justice issues. Innovation Ohio Representatives are scored on their votes on bills affecting working families. Ohio Chamber of Commerce Legislators are scored on their votes on bills impacting Ohio's business community. National Federation of Independent Business Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues. The Institute for Legislative Analysis Legislators are scored on their adherence to the limited government principles of the U.S. Constitution.

2021

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In 2021, the Ohio State Legislature was in session from January 4 to December 31. Ohio Chamber of Commerce Legislators are scored on their votes on bills impacting Ohio's business community. Ohio Environmental Council Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental policy. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

2020

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In 2020, the Ohio State Legislature was in session from January 6 to December 31. Club for Growth Foundation Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to economic issues. Innovation Ohio Representatives are scored on their votes on bills affecting working families. National Federation of Independent Business Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues. Ohio Chamber of Commerce Legislators are scored on their votes on bills impacting Ohio's business community. Ohio Environmental Council Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental policy. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

2019

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2018

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In 2018, the 132nd Ohio General Assembly was in session from January 2 through December 31. Innovation Ohio Representatives are scored on their votes on bills affecting working families. Ohio Chamber of Commerce Legislators are scored on their votes on bills impacting Ohio's business community. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

2017

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2016

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In 2016, the 131st Ohio General Assembly was in session from January 5 through December 31. Ohio Chamber of Commerce: 2015-2016 scorecard Legislators are scored based on their votes on bills impacting Ohio's business community. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

2015

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2014

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In 2014, the 130th Ohio General Assembly was in session from January 7 through December 31. Innovation Ohio: 130th General Assembly - Women's issues scorecard Legislators are scored based on their votes on women’s issues. The American Conservative Union: 2014 legislative scorecard Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

2013

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In 2013, the 130th Ohio General Assembly was in session from January 7 to December 31. Innovation Ohio: 130th General Assembly - Women's issues scorecard Legislators are scored based on their votes on women’s issues. The American Conservative Union: 2013 legislative scorecard Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

2012

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In 2012, the 129th Ohio General Assembly was in session from January 3 through December 31. Innovation Ohio: 129th General Assembly - Middle class scorecard Legislators are scored based on their votes on middle class issues. Innovation Ohio: 129th General Assembly - Votes on legislation supported by Gov. Kasich Legislators are scored based on their votes on bills introduced at Gov. Kasich’s urging or which had his support. Innovation Ohio: 129th General Assembly - Women's issues scorecard Legislators are scored based on their votes on women’s issues. Ohio Federation of Teachers: State House 129th General Assembly scorecard Representatives are scored based on how they voted on issues of priority to members of the Ohio Federation of Teachers. Ohio Federation of Teachers: State Senate 129th General Assembly scorecard Senators are scored based on how they voted on issues of priority to members of the Ohio Federation of Teachers. The American Conservative Union: 2012 legislative scorecard Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

2011

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Endorsements

Presidential preference

2012

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Robert Hackett endorsed Mitt Romney in the 2012 presidential election.

Personal

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Hackett and his wife, Sue, currently reside in London, Ohio.

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Footnotes

Political offices
Preceded by -	Ohio State Senate District 10 2016-2024	Succeeded by Kyle Koehler (R)
Preceded by -	Ohio House of Representatives District 74 2009-2016	Succeeded by -

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