Ty Mathews
Ty D. Mathews is an American politician who is a Republican member of the Ohio [House of Representatives], representing the Ohio's 83rd [House of Representatives district|83rd district]. He was first elected in the 2024 [Ohio House of Representatives election], defeating Democratic nominee Sheila Coressel with 75.1% of the vote. The district includes all of Hancock [County, Ohio|Hancock County], Hardin County, and northern parts of Logan County, including the communities of Russells Point, Findlay, Ada, and Kenton.Mathews graduated from Arlington [High School |Arlington High School]. Mathews earned a degree in political science from Cedarville University in 2018. He also served as an infantry officer in the United States Army prior to his election. He previously worked as an assistant to the Ohio State Treasurer.Political positions
Defense
During an interview, Mathews expressed support for increasing the defense industry in Ohio.Marijuana
In April 2025, Mathews and other Republicans introduced a bill in the Ohio House to add restrictions to the sale of Delta-8 and similar products in Ohio.Mathews supports Term limits in [the United States|congressional term limits].Mathews is a proponent of the United States [International Trade Commission|International Trade Commission].