YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - A Valley politician is making his New Year's resolution.

State Representative Robert Hagan took the oath of office Tuesday, following his recent re-election, alongside members of his family.

Hagan was sworn into office by long-time friend Judge Cheryl Waite.

"For the next two years in the legislature I would like to make sure people understand that my battle is not over. That the district needs to be represented and I will continue to fight as hard as I can for healthcare to make sure that we have a safe clean environment and make sure that education is for everyone in the state of Ohio," Hagan said.

Under Ohio's term limit law; this is the last two years Hagan can serve as a state representative.

Hagan has either been a state representative or state senator since 1986.