I am pleased that a Disaster Declaration has been issued for the FEMA Individual Assistance Program as a result of tornadoes on March 14, 2024. This assistance will provide needed federal relief to affected Ohioans as soon as possible. More info: bit.ly/3WiMgnU

Today I participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly renovated Pediatric Psychiatric Unit at ProMedica Russell J. Ebeid Children’s Hospital in Toledo. There is nothing more important than the well-being of Ohio’s children, and my administration is proud to have…

Reducing road salt runoff is important for water quality. That’s why we’re putting H2Ohio dollars into the hands of governments and municipalities to upgrade road salt equipment and storage to prevent salt from seeping into our rivers and waterways. More details:…

Today I attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new BEHR Paint Manufacturing and Distribution Facility in Heath. Behr could have chosen anywhere to build this facility, but they chose Ohio, and we welcome them! #OhioTheHeartofitAll

Today I announced an increase in the number of schools providing prevention-focused programs, services, and support. These programs equip students with the knowledge and skills to manage their health and well-being now and in the future. More: bit.ly/3UmDtyr OH Dept of Ed and Workforce

This week, we announced a new H2Ohio wetland project to protect and improve water quality in the Licking Watershed. The 90-acre wetland will be built by OhioDNR with support from Intel.

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My statement regarding reports that President Joe Biden is delaying a proposed ban on menthol cigarettes.

Celebrating #ArborDay and OhioDNR's 75th anniversary today as we planted a tree at Central State University's Botanical & Community Garden in Greene County.

60 companies across 36 counties are receiving funding through the new Commercial Driver’s License Training Program, which was created to help alleviate the cost of training for Ohio employers and CDL drivers and to upskill current and future employees in today’s high-demand…

Today I announced the recipients of $3 million in grants to create programs for teachers who need to complete additional qualifications to teach college courses under the College Credit Plus program. These grants will empower our dedicated educators to expand their expertise and…

Today we announced the addition of a new JobsOhio network region, Lake to River Economic Development. The new four-county region includes Ashtabula, Columbiana, Mahoning, and Trumbull counties in the far east corner of Ohio. bit.ly/4bcz2Nt

Fran and I were saddened to learn of the death of our friend and two-time Ohio Dept of Transportation Director Jerry Wray (pictured beside me in a red tie). Jerry was passionate about transforming ODOT into an organization that displayed what he called “excellence in government.” Full…

Ohio will become the first state in the nation to begin screening all newborn babies for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). Adding DMD to the list of screenings newborns receive ensures that parents will be able to start initiating care early for children who are diagnosed with…

Ohio is home to many wonderful natural resources. On this #EarthDay , I encourage you to plan a visit to one of our 75 state parks to celebrate: bit.ly/3UZ57BD #OhioTheHeartofitAll

No response yet to my request for a Presidential Disaster Declaration for the counties impacted by the March 14 tornadoes. I've now requested that the Small Business Administration issue a Rapid Disaster Declaration for Logan County residents, families, and businesses impacted by…

We are transforming Ohio’s rest areas to not only provide travelers a chance to take a break, which makes everyone safer but also invite them to discover our beautiful Ohio. Yesterday, I unveiled a re-imagined rest area along I-70 in Licking Co. showcasing the Hopewell Ceremonial…

Today, I released details of Ohio’s new $85 million Child Care Access Grant program to increase the availability of licensed child care. To better prepare our youngest Ohioans for school and to ensure Ohio’s economy can continue to grow and thrive, we must ensure our working…