Cross Issues Statement on Missing House Session Due to Illness

COLUMBUS –State Representative Jon Cross (R-Kenton) issued the following statement after being taken to a Columbus hospital Thursday as a precaution after becoming ill with flu-like symptoms prior to today’s session of the Ohio House of Representatives:

“Today during a caucus meeting I became ill. My decision to go to the hospital was one I did not take lightly. I tested negative for COVID-19, but I am very disappointed to have missed several key votes that are of great importance to my constituents and all Ohioans. I appreciate the kind words from those that have reached out. I am resting now and will await further test results.”