Dontavius Jarrells

Dontavius L. Jarrells is a Democratic member of the Ohio House of Representatives representing the 1st district. He was elected in 2020, defeating Republican Jim Burgess with 82% of the vote. Prior to his election to the Ohio House, Jarrells worked at the Franklin County Treasurer's Office as the Chief of Communications.

Ohio House of Representatives

Election

Jarrells was elected in the general election on November 3, 2020. He was reelected in 2022 and was redistricted to serve the 1st District. He is currently running unopposed in the 2024 Ohio House of Representatives election.

Committees

Jarrells serves on the following committees: Finance, Ways and Means, Insurance, and Behavioral Health and Recovery Supports. He also sits on the Finance Subcommittee on Higher Education.

Election history