$114.5 million package for new Ohio voting machines considered

COLUMBUS — Ohio lawmakers are considering a $115 million plan that would help counties buy new voting machines.Republican state Sen. Frank LaRose presented the proposal Thursday, The Plain Dealer reported. Lawmakers agree new machines are needed before the 2020 election but funding for the overhaul remains an issue. Secretary of State John Husted, who is a candidate for lieutenant governor, estimates new voting equipment will cost at least $118 million.Under LaRose's plan, money would be d