Ryan Smith (Ohio politician), Date of Birth, Place of Birth

Ryan Smith (Ohio politician)

Ohio politician

Date of Birth: 14-Jul-1972

Place of Birth: Gallipolis, Ohio, United States

Profession: politician

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Ryan Smith (born February 23, 1973) is a Republican member of the Ohio House of Representatives, serving the 93rd District since his appointment in 2012.
On June 6, 2018 he was named Speaker of the House.
In January 2019, Smith was defeated by Larry Householder for the Speaker's gavel.
Despite his getting more votes from Republican members, Householder was able to defeat him with the help of 26 Democratic representatives.His district includes all of Gallia and Jackson counties as well as much of Lawrence and Vinton counties.
Smith also serves as the Chairman of the House Finance Committee, often the most powerful chairmanship in the Ohio House.