Terry A. Johnson represents Ohio State Senate District 14, which includes Clermont, Brown, Adams, and Scioto Counties. Born in 1957 in Portsmouth, Ohio, and residing in McDermott, he is a retired physician , medical educator, retired military officer, and former Scioto County Coroner . He is married to Jennifer and has four children: Jesse, Steve, Tye, and Nick. Notable achievements include authoring House Bill 93 to combat prescription drug abuse, saving thousands of lives; sponsoring Senate Bill 58 to protect Second Amendment rights; and advocating for pro-life legislation like Senate Bill 157. He currently serves as Chair of the Community Revitalization Committee and Vice Chair of the Health Committee.

Education

• B.A. in History, Ohio University .
• D.O., Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine .
• Completed family practice residency at Doctor's Hospital in Columbus.

Political Experience

• Ohio State Senate, District 14: Appointed 2019; elected and serving second full term ; reelected 2024 with 72% of vote.
• Ohio House of Representatives: 2010-2019 ; first osteopathic physician in Ohio legislature; former Chair, Armed Services, Veterans Affairs, and Homeland Security Committee.
• Committees: Member, Medicaid, Veterans and Public Safety; former member, Health, Medicaid Oversight, Transportation and Public Safety.
• Military: Retired U.S. Army officer; Chief Flight Surgeon, Ohio National Guard; two tours in Iraq.