American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees Local 74 v. City of Warren

{¶ 117} The instant appeal presents a question of interpretation of the Ohio Constitution. Neither the state legislature nor any political subdivision may pass legislation that is contrary to the Ohio Constitution. Section 34, Article II contains a specific provision authorizing laws that regulate the hours of labor and establish a minimum wage. In addition, Section 34, Article II contains a more general provision, which authorizes the passing of laws that provide “for the comfort, health, safety and general welfare of all employees.” The last clause of Section 34, Article II, which is…