Allison Russo
Democratic · OH · Ohio State Representative
Allison Russo is an Ohio state representative, former House minority leader, health-policy professional, and the 2026 Democratic nominee for Ohio secretary of state. Her campaign emphasizes voting access, election transparency, data privacy, fair districts, and accountable public administration.
Track record
Election Integrity
· 1 record
Allison Russo denounced the signing of House Bill 458, arguing that its voter-identification and absentee-voting changes created unnecessary barriers to voting.
January 6, 2023For
Source: ohiohouse.gov · researched July 13, 2026
Civil Rights
· 1 record
Russo publicly celebrated passage of Ohio Issue 1, which added reproductive-rights protections to the state constitution.
November 8, 2023For
Source: ohiohouse.gov · researched July 13, 2026
Integrity and Ethics
· 1 record
As Ohio House minority leader, Russo imposed restrictions on Representative Elliot Forhan after complaints about his workplace conduct, including barring direct contact with caucus staff except through designated channels.
April 15, 2024
Source: apnews.com · researched July 13, 2026
Elections
- Secretary of State · November 3, 2026 · Ohio
Profile last researched July 13, 2026.