Kevin Coughlin Named Ohio State Chair for U.S. Term Limits Movement

Kevin Coughlin, a seasoned political veteran with experience in both state legislature and private sector leadership, has been selected as the new Ohio State Chair for U.S. Term Limits, an organization dedicated to promoting legislative reforms to restrict the tenure of elected officials.

Coughlin, who previously served in the Ohio House of Representatives from 1996 to 2001 and the Ohio Senate from 2001 to 2011, brings a unique perspective to the role. His political career, which was naturally constrained by state-level term limits, has informed his passionate advocacy for similar restrictions at the federal level.

The appointment comes at a critical time for the term limits movement. Coughlin argues that serving in Congress has increasingly become a lucrative lifelong profession rather than a genuine public service. Polls suggest overwhelming bipartisan support among Ohioans for congressional term limits, indicating a growing national sentiment for legislative reform.

Bernie Moreno, Coughlin's predecessor who was recently elected to the United States Senate, expressed confidence in Coughlin's ability to advance the term limits agenda. Philip Blumel, President of U.S. Term Limits, similarly praised Coughlin's potential to drive meaningful change in Ohio.

Coughlin's professional background extends beyond politics. After leaving the state legislature, he founded Lexington Companies and served as the Clerk of the Stow Municipal Court, demonstrating his commitment to public service and administrative efficiency. In 2024, he was the Republican nominee for Ohio's 13th Congressional District, narrowly losing in a historically challenging district.

The potential implementation of congressional term limits could significantly transform the American political landscape. By preventing long-term incumbency, the proposal aims to reduce political stagnation, encourage fresh perspectives, and mitigate the influence of entrenched political networks.

As Ohio State Chair, Coughlin will work to build momentum for a term limits resolution, leveraging his political experience and understanding of governmental processes. His appointment signals a continued grassroots push to reshape the fundamental structure of congressional representation.