Throughout his tenure in public office, Senator Schaffer has worked tirelessly to fight government corruption, reduce taxes and protect our children from sexual predators. Additionally, Senator Schaffer has worked to bring numerous economic development projects to his district, leading to the creation of hundreds of new job opportunities.

Senator Schaffer is also recognized as a leader in the Ohio Senate. As chairman of the Senate Ways and Means and Economic Development Committee, Schaffer helps oversee legislation that affects state and local government revenues, tax collection and economic development. He is also vice-chair of the Agriculture, Environment and Natural Resources Committee and serves on the Energy and Public Utilities Committee and the Insurance, Commerce and Labor Committee. These assignments allow him to play a key role in developing policies that help protect Ohio’s air and water quality along with its abundant natural resources, keep energy prices and taxes in-check, maintain a strong infrastructure and ensure state labor polices encourage, rather than hinder job creation.

Senator Schaffer holds a B.A. in Political Science and Communications from Mount Union College. In addition to his legislative duties, his private sector career is as an association executive. Schaffer has also served as chairman of the Fairfield County Republican Party.

Various awards and honors include Watchdog of the Treasury Award, Ohio Development Association Distinguished Service Award, Ohio’s Biotechnology Industry Representative of the Year, National Federation of the Blind Distinguished Service Award, MS Society of America Advocate of the Year, Business First 40 under 40 and the Fairfield County Republican Party Statesmanship Award.

Senator Schaffer resides in Lancaster with his wife Lori.