Biography

Brian Stewart is a Republican politician serving as the State Representative for Ohio's 12th House District, encompassing all of Madison and Pickaway counties, and a portion of western Franklin County. He was appointed to the Ohio House of Representatives on January 3, 2023, succeeding Juanita Brent.

Born and raised in southern Ohio, Representative Stewart enlisted in the U.S. Army after the September 11 attacks during his senior year of high school. He served as an infantryman in the Iraq War, earning the Combat Infantryman's Badge and two Army Commendation Medals. After his military service, he pursued higher education, obtaining both his bachelor's and law degrees from the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.

In addition to his public service, Representative Stewart owns The Law Office of Brian Stewart, LLC, in Circleville, where he represents businesses and individuals across Ohio. He is admitted to practice before the federal U.S. District Courts in Ohio, the Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, the U.S. Tax Court, and has represented clients before the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board.

Education and Political Experience

• Education:

  • Bachelor's degree from the Ohio State University
  • Juris Doctor from the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law

• Political Experience:

  • Elected to the Ashville Village Council in 2009
  • Served as President Pro Tempore of the Ashville Village Council
  • Elected as Pickaway County Commissioner in 2012 and re-elected in 2016
  • Served as President of the Pickaway County Board of Commissioners
  • Elected to the Ohio House of Representatives in 2020, representing the 78th District
  • Re-elected in 2022 to represent the 12th District
  • Appointed Chairman of the House Finance Committee in January 2025

Throughout his political career, Representative Stewart has focused on fiscal responsibility, economic development, and enhancing government efficiency. He has sponsored legislation to expand broadband access, improve county government operations, and protect student-athletes' rights.