Youngstown, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and JobsOhio announced on April 24th, the addition of a new JobsOhio network region, Lake to River Economic Development. The new four-county region includes Ashtabula, Columbiana, Mahoning, and Trumbull…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bill into law: House Bill 34, sponsored by Representatives Roy Klopfenstien (R-Haviland) and Angela King (R-Celina), which permits a prospective juror who is a mother who is…

Columbus, OH -- Governor Mike DeWine issued the following statement regarding the death of former ODOT Director Jerry Wray. "Fran and I were saddened to learn of the death of our friend Jerry Wray. "I first met Jerry in 1989 when he was…

Columbus, OH -- In honor of the life and service of former ODOT Director Jerry Wray, Governor Mike DeWine has ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be flown at half-staff upon all Ohio Department of Transportation…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on April 22nd, announced that Ohio will become the first state in the nation to begin screening all newborn babies for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). The provision was included in HB 33, the…

Columbus, OH -- In recognition of World Heritage Day, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Ohio Department of Development (DOD) Director Lydia Mihalik, and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Jack Marchbanks unveiled the newly re-designed…

Columbus, OH -- This week, Governor Mike DeWine called on President Joe Biden to withdraw proposed legislation that would permanently federalize portions of the Ohio National Guard into the U.S. Space Force. The U.S. Air Force sent…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) Director Brian Baldridge announced on April 19th, that H2Ohio’s agriculture incentive program is now being offered to producers throughout the state. …

Columbus, OH -- Following his announcement in the 2024 State of the State Address, on April 19th, Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Children and Youth provided additional details of Ohio’s new $85 million Child Care Access Grant…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on April 19th, sent a letter requesting that the Small Business Administration (SBA) issue a Rapid Disaster Declaration for Logan County residents, families, and businesses impacted by tornadoes on March 14,…

COLUMBUS, OH — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on April 15th, announced nearly $2.5 million in grants to expand access to teen driver training for low-income Ohio families. Thirty-five local school districts and government agencies will…

Columbus, OH — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on April 15th, that $5 million is now available to support local governments and eligible non-profit organizations impacted by the tornados in Logan and Auglaize counties on March 14, 2024. …

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine recognized Ohio's 2024 Teachers of the Year during his State of the State address on April 10. "A good teacher has the power to fundamentally change the course of a child’s life," Governor DeWine…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on April 12th, announced the initial communities in 11 counties that will be served by the new universal nurse home visiting program, Family Connects, and their partner organizations. This evidence-based…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz announced on April 12th, that the Ohio Wildlife Council has voted to remove the trumpeter swan from the state’s threatened species…

Columbus, OH - In honor of the life and service of former State Senator C.J. Prentiss, Governor Mike DeWine has ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout…

Columbus, OH - Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Director Stephen D. Dackin today announced 171 Ohio schools are receiving the Purple Star designation?as members of the Purple Star Class of 2024. Purple Star…

Columbus, OH - In honor of the life and service of Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Lieutenant Rodney Osborne, Governor Mike DeWine has ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be flown at half-staff upon all…

Columbus, OH - Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today delivered his 2024 State of the State address where he highlighted some of the work his administration and the General Assembly have accomplished together, as well as outlined new initiatives intended…

Columbus, OH - Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced today that he is activating the Ohio Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to support local communities before, during, and after Monday's solar eclipse, which could draw hundreds of thousands of…

Columbus, OH - Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today convened a new working group to address the increasing number of criminal justice-involved (forensic) patients being treated at Ohio’s six regional psychiatric hospitals. Ohio’s six…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced the approval of assistance for eight projects set to create 663 new jobs and retain 499 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit…

(PREBLE COUNTY, Ohio) - Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, First Lady Fran DeWine, Ohio Department of Transportation Director Jack Marchbanks, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik today unveiled the re-imagined Welcome Center on I-70…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today awarded more than $42 million to support physical safety and security upgrades at hundreds of Ohio schools. A total of 624 schools will receive funding as part of the fifth round of Ohio's…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Fish Collection A team from Ohio EPA's division of surface water…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that his initiatives to increase Ohio students’ access to services that help prevent or intervene in emotional, behavioral, and mental health disorders have hit a new milestone…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that he is awarding $20 million in grants to support more than three dozen community-based intervention programs in their work to prevent violence and support crime victims. A total…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Hazardous Waste Removal According to the Ohio EPA, approximately…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following reprieves of execution: James O'Neal, who was scheduled to be executed on August 16, 2023. The new date of execution has been moved to August 19, 2026. Jerome Henderson, who…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) has been awarded nearly $2.9 million in federal funding from the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act to help…

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today signed Executive Order 2023-09D to launch the Ohio Adoption Grant Program, which provides up to $20,000 to parents adopting a child. Parents who have finalized an adoption since Jan. 1, 2023, can begin applying for…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. New, Permanent East Palestine Health Clinic Opening East…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Hazardous Waste Removal According to the Ohio EPA,…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bill into law: House Bill 52, sponsored by State Representatives Sarah Fowler Arthur and Marilyn John, restores law related to emergency medical services training and…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) - Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Ohio Department of Public Safety Director Andy Wilson, Ohio State Highway Patrol Superintendent Colonel Charles Jones, and Ohio Department of Transportation Director Jack Marchbanks today unveiled a new…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Hazardous Waste Removal Liquid wastewater and excavated soil…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed an executive order directing the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy to immediately classify xylazine as a Schedule III controlled substance, making Ohio one of the first states in the nation to…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials Subcommittee…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—In accordance with the order issued by the President of the United States of America and in remembrance of the victims of the school shooting in Nashville, Tennessee, Governor DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced the approval of assistance for four projects set to create 209 new jobs and retain 356 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Supplemental Emergency Response Grant The State of Ohio,…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today signed Executive Order 2023-07D, a measure to create the Governor's Literacy Challenge to improve reading proficiency for all Ohio…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Hazardous Waste Removal According to the Ohio EPA,…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. U.S. Senate Testimony Governor DeWine today gave testimony…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today issued a letter to Norfolk Southern Corporation President and CEO Alan Shaw in advance of his expected testimony tomorrow before the Senate Commerce, Science, and…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Letter to Norfolk Southern Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt.…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt Governor Jon Husted, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik today announced the first major development projects that will move forward with support from Ohio's $500 million…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Hazardous Waste Removal According to the Ohio EPA,…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Visit to East Palestine High School - VIDEO AVAILABLE…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced today that his administration is awarding more than half a million dollars in grants that will help more teenagers in low-income families get access to free driver training. The grants are…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Track and Soil Removal All 1,900 feet of the south train tracks…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced today that an additional $20 million will be dedicated to supporting the recruitment and wellness needs of Ohio's first responders. Today's announcement brings the total amount of funding…

EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Rail Response Training The Division of the State Fire Marshal…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Lawsuit Against Norfolk Southern Ohio Attorney General Dave…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Impersonation Warning Local authorities issued a warning today…

COLUMBUS, Ohio-- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: • Ann M. Frangos of Westlake (Cuyahoga Co.) has been reappointed to the Cuyahoga Community College Board of Trustees for a term beginning March 10, 2023, and…

On Monday, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine provided updates regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Work includes track and soil removal, soil removal odor, hazardous waste removal, contact…

East Palestine, OH —The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Anne Vogel Testimony This morning, Ohio EPA Director Anne Vogel…

Ohio family speaks to dangers of social media following son’s suicide Independence, Ohio -- Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted was joined by State Rep. Gail Pavliga (R-Portage County) in Northeast Ohio on March 9th, to discuss the Social Media…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Delay to Contaminated Soil Removal Ohio Governor Mike…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today awarded funding to help a dozen local law enforcement agencies prevent and investigate incidents of violent crime in their communities. Twelve local law enforcement agencies will receive a…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on March 8th, that Norfolk Southern Corporation has agreed to his idea to improve and expand firefighter training by creating a new first responders training center and expanding its Operation…

EAST PALESTINE, OH --The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Surface Water Dashboard Ohio EPA today launched a new public dashboard…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on March 7th, announced that the state has launched new data dashboardsto better track and report data on overdose deaths and other substance-use related measures for all 88 Ohio counties. These statewide…

EAST PALESTINE, OH — The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Track & Soil Removal The excavation continues under the south…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced the approval of assistance for two projects set to create 223 new jobs and retain 165 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed…

East Palestine, OH —The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Dam Modification for Water Overflow The dam at the confluence of…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Track & Soil Removal Ohio EPA continues to oversee the soil…

East Palestine, OH -- The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Dioxin Testing On March 2nd, U.S. EPA Administrator Michael Regan and…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Health Assessment Surveys Ohio Department of Health Director…

East Palestine, OH—The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Governor DeWine, First Lady DeWine Visit East Palestine Governor…

East Palestine, OH --The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Sediment Washing The process of sediment washing has begun in both…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Severe Weather Impacts Heavy rain in East Palestine on Monday…

East Palestine, OH -- The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Derailment Site Water Monitoring Wells Ohio EPA is overseeing the…

Columbus, OH --Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Feb 27th, announced the approval of assistance for two projects set to create 223 new jobs and retain 165 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit…

EAST PALESTINE, OH -- The following is an update on the status of remediation work in East Palestine, Ohio. Contaminated Waste Removal The process to remove the contaminated soil from the site of the Norfolk Southern derailment began today.…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued a proclamation recognizing the one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. "On the first anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Ohio’s support for the people of Ukraine…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Feb 24th, signed an Executive Order 2023-06D, officially creating the Ohio Governor’s Nursing Home Quality and Accountability Task Force. During his 2023 State of the State Address, Governor DeWine…

Columbus, OH --Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: • Kimberly A. Winkle of Crestline (Crawford Co.) has been reappointed to the North Central State Collee Board of Trustees for a term beginning February 24, 2023, and…

East Palestine, OH --The following is an update on the status of remediation work in East Palestine, Ohio. East Palestine Health Assessment Clinic The Ohio Department of Health has expanded eligibility for the East Palestine Health Assessment…

On Tuesday, Governor Mike DeWine joined state, local, and federal officials in East Palestine to provide an update on the status of remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment. Governor DeWine discussed the opening of the…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Following the unexpected death of State Representative Kris Jordan (R-Ostrander) Governor Mike DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio be flown at half-staff at the Ohio Statehouse and at…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following are updates from the State of Ohio regarding remediation work at the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Contaminated Waste Removal The removal of hazardous waste…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio)— The following is an update on the status of remediation work in East Palestine, Ohio. Municipal Water Sampling Last week, test results confirmed that East Palestine’s municipal water was free from…

On Monday, Lt. Governor Jon Husted hosted the Governor’s Executive Workforce Board meeting at Dublin City Schools' Emerald Campus, an innovative and future-focused alternative learning school. The meeting also included a tour of the facility.…

Columbus, OH --Following continued discussions between Ohio and FEMA regarding the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Governor Mike DeWine and FEMA Regional Administrator Thomas C. Sivak issued the following joint…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Feb 17th, announced the appointment of Mark Majer to the Cleveland Municipal Court. Majer will assume office on Friday, Feb. 24, 2023 and will be taking the seat formerly held by Pinky Carr, who…

East Palestine, OH -- The following is a status update regarding water testing results in East Palestine as of 3 p.m. on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. Municipal Water Testing Results: New water testing results have been returned to the Ohio…

East Palestine, OH-- The following is the latest update from Governor DeWine, the Ohio EPA, Ohio Department of Natural Resources, and Ohio Department of Agriculture regarding work underway in East Palestine. Letter to Centers of Disease Control…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine spoke with officials at the White House early this morning to address the need for federal help. As a result of this conversation, the Governor has requested assistance from the U.S. Department of…

(EAST PALESTINE, Ohio) -- The following is a status update regarding water testing results in East Palestine as of 3 p.m. on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. Municipal Water Testing Results: New water testing results have been returned to the…

On Monday, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine traveled to East Palestine to meet with local officials and emergency responders following the derailment of a Norfolk Southern Railway train. Governor DeWine activated the Ohio National Guard and sent personnel…

East Palestine, OH-- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, East Palestine Fire Chief and Incident Commander Keith Drabick, and local, state, and federal officials representing both states announced on Feb 8th, that evacuated…

East Palestine, OH -- Following new modeling information conducted this morning (Feb 6th) by the Ohio National Guard and U.S. Department of Defense, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro are ordering an immediate…

On Monday, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced the approval of assistance for four projects set to create 683 new jobs and retain 405 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA)…

COLUMBUS, OH --Following an evening briefing regarding the train derailment in East Palestine, Governor DeWine and Columbiana County officials are issuing an urgent warning to those living within a mile of the derailment. Within the last two hours,…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that he is nominating John Williams to fill the open seat on the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO). If confirmed by the Ohio Senate, Williams will replace Beth Trombold, who…

Lakewood, OH --Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Feb 2nd, announced that more than 900 additional schools will receive state funding support for physical safety and security upgrades as part of the latest round of Ohio's K-12 School Safety Grant Program.…

(LAKEWOOD, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that more than 900 additional schools will receive state funding support for physical safety and security upgrades as part of the latest round of Ohio's K-12 School Safety Grant…

Columbus, OH --Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Jan 31st, delivered the 2023 State of the State address on Jan 31st, in the House Chamber of the Ohio Statehouse. The remarks, as prepared, are as follows: Speaker Stephens, President Huffman, Leader…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) Director Maureen Corcoran launched Comprehensive Maternal Care (CMC) – a community-based, statewide program aimed at improving the health and well-being of moms, infants,…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Jan 30th, announced the approval of assistance for four projects set to create 683 new jobs and retain 405 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Jan 27th, announced the locations of more blighted and vacant structures that will be demolished to make room for new economic development. A total of 599 additional…

Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted Announce Plan to Cut One-Third of Ohio Administrative Code (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced a new plan that, when complete, will eliminate nearly…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) Director Maureen Corcoran on jan 23rd, launched Comprehensive Maternal Care (CMC) a community-based, statewide program aimed at improving the health and well-being of…

Governor DeWine Names Patricia Harris as Nominee for Commissioner of the Ohio Department of Taxation (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that he is nominating Patricia Harris to be the next commissioner of the Ohio…

COLUMBUS, OH -- In accordance with the order issued by the President of the United States of America and in remembrance of the victims of the shooting in Monterey Park, California, Governor DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Governor Mike DeWine announced he will nominate Brian Baldridge of Winchester to be the next Director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Baldridge is currently a State Representative for the 90th Ohio House District which…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine observed Martin Luther King Jr. Day. "On Jan 20th, we celebrate the life and service of Dr. King whose lessons of courage, compassion, and humility still inspire us today," he said. On Tuesday, Governor DeWine…

Governor Introduces Program to Improve Maternal and Infant Health Outcomes COLUMBUS, Ohio—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) Director Maureen Corcoran today launched Comprehensive Maternal Care (CMC) – a…

Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered in Remembrance of Victims in Monterey Park,California COLUMBUS, Ohio—In accordance with the order issued by the President of the United States of America and in remembrance of the victims of the…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Jan 18th, that the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) will receive $48 million in federal grant dollars over the next three years to support and increase access to quality early…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Jan 18th, made the following appointments to positions on his staff: Aimee Shadwick has accepted the position of Director of RecoveryOhio, the governor’s initiative to prevent, reduce, treat, and…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Jan 17th, announced an historic increase in the balance of Ohio's savings account. On Jan 17th, the Ohio Office of Budget and Management transferred $727 million into the…

Governor DeWine Announces Largest "Rainy Day" Fund in Ohio History (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced an historic increase in the balance of Ohio's savings account. Today, the Ohio…

On Sunday, surrounded by family and friends at his home in Cedarville, Governor Mike DeWine officially took the oath of office to begin his second term as governor. "It is an honor to serve the citizens of Ohio for four more years," he said. …

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Jan 11th, announced a $4 million grant for Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) to provide training and technical assistance for communities developing or implementing deflection and pre-arrest…

Governor DeWine Approves $4 Million Grant for Diversion Program Training, Technical Assistance at NEOMED (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced a $4 million grant for Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) to…

Columbus, OH -- The following are an as-prepared version of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine's Second Inaugural Address: Lieutenant Governor Husted; Senator Vance; Congressman Carey; Speaker Stephens; President Huffman; Leader Antonio; Leader Russo;…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Mark Alan Romick of New Matamoras (Monroe Co.) has been appointed to the Belmont College Board of Trustees for a term beginning January 6, 2023, and ending May 12,…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bills into law: House Bill 45, sponsored by State Representative Bill Roemer and former Representative Thomas West, makes appropriations and provides authorization and conditions…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bills into law: Senate Bill 33, sponsored by Senators Jay Hottinger and Andrew O. Brenner, modifies the law governing community reinvestment areas and expands the income tax deduction allowed…

Governor DeWine's Second Inaugural Address (As Prepared) (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—The following are an as-prepared version of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine's Second Inaugural Address: Lieutenant Governor Husted; Senator Vance; Congressman Carey;…

January Application Period is Open Columbus, OH -- Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, who serves as Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation, on Jan 5th, announced the results of November’s round of TechCred, in which…

Columbus, OH – On Jan 6th, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine made the following appointments to positions on his staff. Christine Morrison has accepted the position of Director of Cabinet Affairs. Throughout her career, Morrison has held a variety…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bills into law: House Bill 281, sponsored by State Representatives Dontavius L. Jarrells and Tom Young, updates terminology in the Revised Code regarding people with mental illnesses…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bills into law: Senate Bill 16, sponsored by Senator Tim Schaffer, modifies the law regarding assault or menacing committed or directed against, and targeting, an emergency service…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Jan 3rd, signed Senate Bill 288, which significantly strengthens laws in Ohio related to the use of cell phones and other electronic devices while driving. The bill, which was initially part of House…

Funding supports collaboration between businesses, education and training providers Columbus, OH -- Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation on Jan 3rd, announced that 13 workforce…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bills into law: Senate Bill 33, sponsored by Senators Jay Hottinger and Andrew O. Brenner, modifies the law governing community reinvestment areas and expands the income tax…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp placed a friendly wager ahead of the College Football Playoff semifinal between The Ohio State University and the University of Georgia at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl. This…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Steve Boymel of Cincinnati (Hamilton Co.) has been appointed to the University of Cincinnati Board of Trustees for a term beginning January 1, 2023, and ending January…

On Tuesday, in preparation for legal sports gambling in Ohio, Before You Bet Ohio released their Guide to Responsible Gambling. On Wednesday, Governor DeWine announced that he is nominating Anne M. Vogel to be the next director of the Ohio…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Dec 29th, that he has dispatched support from the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) to aid in emergency snow removal efforts in the state of New York following the deadly…

Transformative project to build second bridge and improve interstates forges ahead for late 2023 groundbreaking COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announce the awarding of federal funding grants worth…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine On Dec 29th, announced the appointment of Rhonda Burggraf to the Marion County Family Court. Burggraf, of LaRue, will assume office on Jan. 9, 2023, and will be taking the seat formerly held by Robert D.…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Dec 29th, announced the appointment of Joan Synenberg to the Cuyahoga Court of Common Pleas. Synenberg, of Bratenahl, will assume office on Jan. 14, 2023, and will be taking the seat formerly held by…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Dec 28th, announced that he is nominating Anne M. Vogel to be the next director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OhioEPA). If confirmed by the Ohio Senate, Vogel will replace outgoing director…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Dec 22nd, that he is appointing Hamilton County Prosecuting Attorney Joseph T. Deters to fill the vacancy on the Ohio Supreme Court that is occurring because Justice Sharon Kennedy was elected…

Columbus, OH -- As a winter storm moves toward Ohio just in time for the busy holiday weekend, the Ohio Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is keeping in constant contact with the National Weather Service and state partners. The Ohio EMA team will…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Dec 23rd, that 13 local law enforcement agencies will receive a total of $9.1 million to help prevent and investigate incidents of violent crime in their communities. The grants represent the…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Dec 22nd, signed Executive Order 2022-17D to label tianeptine, a Schedule 1 controlled substance, classifying it as having no accepted medical use in treatment and to prohibit its…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bills into law: - House Bill 223, sponsored by Representative Brett Hillyer allows vendors to deduct sales tax remitted for certain bad debts charged off as uncollectible by credit…

Columbus, OH -- “Our sympathy goes to those families who have lost a loved one during this severe weather situation in Ohio. Thus far four Ohioans have died and many more have been injured as a result of weather-related auto accidents. The…

CINCINNATI, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef announced on Dec 21st, that Medpace, a clinical contract research organization, is expanding its operations in Cincinnati and…

Governor DeWine to Appoint Joseph T. Deters to Ohio Supreme Court (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced today that he is appointing Hamilton County Prosecuting Attorney Joseph T. Deters to fill the vacancy on the Ohio…

Governor DeWine Signs Bills Into Law-December 22, 2022 (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bills into law: -House Bill 223, sponsored by Representative Brett Hillyer allows vendors to deduct sales tax remitted…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Dec 20th, announced state support for 54 rehabilitation projects that will restore 57 historic buildings across Ohio. The projects are expected to leverage approximately $1.01…

Funding will help Ohioans access training at no cost Columbus, Oh -- Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, who serves as Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation, on Dec 20th, announced that 12 training providers located…

Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted Announce State Support for 54 Historic Rehabilitation Projects COLUMBUS, Ohio-Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced state support for 54 rehabilitation projects that will…

Columbus, OH -- In honor of the life and service of Wyandot County Sheriff’s Deputy Daniel J. Kin, Governor DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following Executive Order: -- Executive Order 2022-16D: The Emergency Amendment of Rule 4123-6-08 of the Ohio Administrative Code by the Ohio Bureau of Workers'…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Dec 16th, announced $88 million in state support for 123 brownfield remediation projects that will help clean up hazardous and underutilized sites throughout the state. The…

On Monday, Lt. Governor Jon Husted visited Youngstown State University to tour the Excellence Training Center (ETC) with YSU President Jim Tressel and to commend him for his contributions to the university and on his combined 50-year career in Ohio…

Governor DeWine Announces $88 Million in Brownfield Grants to Create Redevelopment Opportunities COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced $88 million in state support for 123 brownfield…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Dec 16th, that the state will award nearly $4.9 million to local law enforcement agencies across Ohio to help cover costs associated with body camera programs. A total of 112 law enforcement…

Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of Deputy Daniel J. Kin (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—In honor of the life and service of Wyandot County Sheriff’s Deputy Daniel J. Kin, Governor DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Dec 15th, signed Executive Order 2022-15D to allow for the adoption of rules to provide retention payments to benefit direct support professionals serving the developmental disability…

$536 million facility expected to generate 450 permanent new jobs in northwest Ohio Bowling Green, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef announced on Dec 15th, that Abbott has…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bills into law: Senate Bill 56, sponsored by Senator Louis W. Blessing III, regulates the use of indemnity provisions in professional design contracts related to public…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Dec 13th, that 72 local first responder agencies will receive a total of $28 million to help support the wellness and staffing needs of Ohio's first responders. The grants represent the fifth…

On Monday, the National Park Service announced the designation of Montgomery County (City of Dayton), Ohio as an American World War II Heritage City. Montgomery County (City of Dayton) is the only designation in the State of Ohio, and it joins only…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz on Dec 9th, announced that ODNR has begun outfitting all natural resources and wildlife officers with body cameras. “Body cameras…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Governor Mike DeWine on Dec 9th, applauded Brown County’s Ohio Sobriety Treatment and Reducing Trauma (START) program for becoming the country’s first certified START program. Ohio START is an affiliate of the national…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Jared Chad Ebbing of Coldwater (Mercer Co.) has been appointed to the Wright State University Board of Trustees for a term beginning January 1, 2023, and ending June…

Columbus, OH -- Governor Mike DeWine on Dec 8th, announced that he will nominate Andy Wilson as the next Director of the Ohio Department of Public Safety. Formerly the Clark County Prosecuting Attorney, Wilson currently serves as the…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine joined members of the Ohio Expositions Commission on Dec 8th, to review the master plan framework that will serve as a launching point to modernize and enhance the Ohio Expo Center and Ohio State Fair for…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Dec 7th, announced the approval of assistance for 14 projects set to create 1,663 new jobs and retain 3,457 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit…

Transformational mixed-use development projects will be located in Canton, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Grandview Heights, Lima, Painesville, Springfield, and Van Wert. Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on…

Governor DeWine Announces Nearly 200 New Jobs for Jackson County Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today joined Bellisio Foods, Inc., JobsOhio, Ohio Southeast Economic Development (OhioSE), and the Jackson County Economic…

Governor DeWine Announces More than 400 New Jobs for Tuscarawas County Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted joined Battle Motors, JobsOhio, Team Northeast Ohio (NEO), and the Tuscarawas County Economic Development Corporation…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Dec 6th, announced that 2,277 blighted and vacant structures in 42 counties will be demolished to pave the way for new economic development and housing opportunities across the…

COLUMBUS, OH -- In honor of the lives lost on December 7, 1941 in the attack on Pearl Harbor, and in accordance with orders from the President of the United States of America, Governor DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine released a status update on the implementation of recommendations from the Children Services Transformation Advisory Council which aims to reform Ohio's children services system. “Every child in Ohio deserves…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA) Director Laurie Stevenson announced on Dec 2nd, that the state will contribute $25 million to support the highly-anticipated Cuyahoga River Gorge Dam…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio First Lady Fran DeWine announced on Dec 1st, two major milestones with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio, the free book program available to Ohio families with children under the age…

COLUMBUS, OH -- On Nov 29th, in preparation for his second term, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced the following staff changes in his office and within his administration: Michael Hall, Governor DeWine’s current Chief of Staff, has…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Nov 28th, released a status update on the implementation of recommendations from the Children Services Transformation Advisory Council which aims to reform Ohio's children services system. “Every…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Nov 28th, that the state will support the installation of security upgrades at more than 700 K-12 schools across Ohio. A total of 708 schools in 57 counties will receive $57.8 million in grant…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer placed a friendly wager ahead of the rivalry football game between The Ohio State University and the University of Michigan, commonly referred to as "The Game." …

Columbus, OH -- In honor of the life and service of Cleveland Firefighter Johnny Tetrick, Governor DeWine has ordered that flags of the United States and the State of Ohio be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Nov 21st, announced that 33 colleges and universities in Ohio will receive a total of $5 million in funding for security projects that enhance the safety of students and staff. "These funds will go…

Governor DeWine Announces Safety and Security Support for Colleges and Universities (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that 33 colleges and universities in Ohio will receive a total of $5 million in funding for…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Maj. Gen. John C. Harris Jr. announced on Nov 18th, that the Department of the Air Force has formally selected the 179th Airlift Wing in Mansfield to become the Air National Guard’s first…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Nov 18th, announced the appointment of K. Alyse Rettich to the Miamisburg Municipal Court. Rettich, of Miamisburg, will assume office on Dec. 5, 2022, and will be taking the seat formerly held by…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine recognized Winter Safety Awareness Week. He encourages all Ohioans to use extra caution while driving on winter roads and to have a plan in place for severe weather. Also on Monday, Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Nov 18th, announced the appointment of Rhonda L. Best to the Tiffin-Fostoria Municipal Court. Best, of Tiffin, will assume office on Dec. 5, 2022, and is being appointed to fill the judicial vacancy…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) Director Matt Damschroder on Nov 10th, announced two new services for veterans and military spouses on OhioMeansJobs.com. Veterans registered on the…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Nov 10th, authorized the use of the State Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) to help several counties impacted by severe storms in February, May, June, and July of 2022. The SDRP is a reimbursement program…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following reprieves of execution: - Charles Lorraine, who was scheduled to be executed on March 15, 2023. The new date of execution has been moved to May 13, 2026. - Gerald Hand, who was…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz awarded $1.7 million in grants to support dozens of new outdoor recreation projects in local communities across the state. “We are excited to…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz on Nov 7th, awarded $1.7 million in grants to support dozens of new outdoor recreation projects in local communities across the state.…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Dr. Jack Marchbanks on Nov 4th, announced details on $121 million in new traffic safety projects planned for Ohio, including the installation of…

On Monday, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced the approval of assistance for three projects set to create 3,104 new jobs and retain 8,216 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA)…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Rebecca Jane Ault of Hudson (Summit Co.) has been reappointed to the State Chiropractic Board for a term beginning November 4, 2022, and ending November 1,…

November Application Period is Open Columbus, OH -- Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, who serves as Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation, on Nov 3rd, announced the results of September’s round of TechCred, in which…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Nov 3rd, that 62 local first responder agencies will receive a total of $9.9 million to help support the wellness and staffing needs of Ohio's first responders. The grants represent the…

Columbus, OH – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Nov 2nd, that 24 local law enforcement agencies will receive a total of $11.7 million to help prevent and investigate incidents of violent crime including domestic violence, gun violence,…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Oct 31st, announced the approval of assistance for three projects set to create 3,104 new jobs and retain 8,216 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Oct 31st, announced that $100 million is now available to support the implementation of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure throughout the state over the next five…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine announced that 51 local courts will receive a total of $10.2 million in grant funding to help reduce accumulated backlogs of pending court proceedings. Governor DeWine is awarding the funding as part of the Ohio…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Oct 28th, announced that 825 blighted and vacant structures in 30 counties will be demolished to clear the way for new economic development. The demolition projects will be…

Cleveland, OH -- Ohio First Lady Fran DeWine focused on early childhood literacy in Northeast Ohio on Oct 26th, starting with a tour of University Hospitals (UH) Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital and MacDonald Women’s Hospital in…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio EPA Director Laurie A. Stevenson on Oct 25th, announced approximately $2.4 million in H2Ohio grant assistance to help 53 public water systems take the first step toward removing and replacing lead…

On Monday, as part of Governor Mike DeWine's H2Ohio initiative, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) and the City of Lorain dedicated the Martin’s Run Wetland And Stream Restoration Project in Lorain County. “It’s…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Oct 24th, announced that 51 local courts will receive a total of $10.2 million in grant funding to help reduce accumulated backlogs of pending court proceedings. Governor DeWine is awarding the funding…

COLUMBUS, OH — In recognition of National Teen Driver Safety Week, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Oct 20th, that two new tools are now available for parents and driving school instructors to help better prepare young drivers who are…

Governor DeWine Awards Lead Line Mapping Grants (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio EPA Director Laurie A. Stevenson today announced approximately $2.4 million in H2Ohio grant assistance to help 53 public water systems take…

Governor DeWine Announces $10.2 Million in Ohio Court Backlog Reduction Program Awards (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that 51 local courts will receive a total of $10.2 million in grant funding to help reduce…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Oct 20th, announced new details on the Appalachian Community Grant Program, which will infuse $500 million into Ohio's 32-county Appalachian region to revitalize communities…

Governor DeWine Announces New Driver Safety Tools for Teens (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—In recognition of National Teen Driver Safety Week, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced today that two new tools are now available for parents and driving school…

TROY, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon visited fire departments in Sidney, Troy, and Urbana on Oct 14th, to thank firefighters for their hard work and to bring attention to Fire Prevention Week, October 9-15.…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine toured the Greene County Career Center to learn about their programs and later toured the Esther Price Candies Company. Also on Monday, Lt. Governor Jon Husted provided remarks at the groundbreaking ceremony of…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Oct 14th, that nearly $6 million in grant funding is available for religious institutions, chartered non-public schools, licensed preschools, and nonprofit organizations to help them implement…

$4.2 billion in investments will secure more than 2,500 new Ohio jobs Columbus, OH— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and JobsOhio leaders announced on Oct 11th, that Ohio will continue its historic dominance in the…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine announced that he is awarding $6.7 million to support the work of the Ohio Domestic Violence Network (ODVN) to offer mobile and health advocacy services and temporary residential services for domestic violence…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Sherina Ohanian of Perrysburg (Wood Co.) has been reappointed to the Owens Community College Board of Trustees for a term beginning October 7, 2022, and ending…

LOGAN, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine joined Ohio Department of Natural Resources Director Mary Mertz to officially open the long-anticipated Hocking Hills State Park Lodge and Conference Center. “Hocking Hills attracts millions of visitors…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Oct 7th, that 13 local first responder agencies will receive a total of nearly $1.7 million to help support the wellness needs of law enforcement officers, dispatchers, firefighters, paramedics,…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Oct 3rd, that 10 local law enforcement agencies will receive a total of $12.3 million to help prevent and investigate incidents of violent crime in their communities. The grants represent the…

LORE CITY, OH -- Through a partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio, Ohio First Lady Fran DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz officially opened the 20th Storybook Trail in the Ohio…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Oct 3rd, announced that he is awarding $6.7 million to support the work of the Ohio Domestic Violence Network (ODVN) to offer mobile and health advocacy services and temporary residential services for…

Columbus, Ohio -- On Oct 1st, marks the start of Ohio’s first annual Ohio School Safety Month. Earlier this year, Governor DeWine signed House Bill 583, sponsored by Representatives Adam C. Bird and Don Jones, which officially designated…

On Monday, in honor of the life and service of Carroll County Sheriff Dale Williams, Governor Mike DeWine ordered that flags of the United States and the State of Ohio be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Carroll…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Sep 30th, announced he is enhancing his Bold Beginning Initiative to remove barriers to health care, ease financial burdens, and support parents. “I have a vision for Ohio to be the best place in…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio EPA Director Laurie A. Stevenson on Sep 28th, announced that $2.5 million in H2Ohio grants will go to four local communities to help improve drinking water quality and to repair or replace aging…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Sep 27th, announced that support is now available for non-profits and governmental agencies to establish or enhance community-based interventions to prevent violence and connect crime victims to recovery…

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- In honor of the life and service of Carroll County Sheriff Dale Williams, Governor DeWine has ordered that flags of the United States and the State of Ohio be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Sep 23rd, that 20 local first responder agencies will receive a total of $7.7 million to help them boost their staffing levels to ensure thorough coverage for emergency response. The grants…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine announced a partnership between six fellow governors in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin to collaborate on developing a robust hydrogen market, supply chain, and workforce across the…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine announced the first round of funding to be awarded to local first responder agencies as part of the new Ohio First Responder Recruitment, Retention, and Resilience Program. A total of 26 agencies will receive…

Governor DeWine Announces Partnership with Midwest Governors to Establish a Regional Hydrogen Coalition to Expand Economic Opportunity COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced a partnership between six fellow governors in…

Columbus, OH -- In conjunction with National Workforce Development Month, Governor Mike DeWine announced on Sep 13th, that ApprenticeOhio sponsors can apply for grants of up to $25,000 each to help cover apprenticeship training costs incurred since…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio EPA Director Laurie A. Stevenson on Sep 13th, announced that the village of Lowell in Washington County will receive $200,000 in H2Ohio funding to improve drinking water quality. The village of…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Sep 12th, announced the first round of funding to be awarded to local first responder agencies as part of the new Ohio First Responder Recruitment, Retention, and Resilience Program. A total of 26…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine On Sep 12th, announced that Ohio’s 37 public institutions of higher education may apply for their share of $5 million available in the Ohio Campus Safety Grant Program. “Ohio continues to…

On Tuesday, Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor John Husted were joined by a number of state and federal officials to tour QQE in Beavercreek. QQE, which moved its headquarters from California to Ohio in 2020, is a leading supplier of fused…

COLUMBUS, OH -- In accordance with the orders issued by the President of the United States of America and in remembrance of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Governor DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio be…

Fitch Rating Highest Investment Grade Summit Reached in More Than Four Decades COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Ohio Office of Budget and Management (OBM) Director Kimberly Murnieks announced on Sep…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Sep 7th, that more than two dozen local drug task forces in Ohio are receiving state support for their work to disrupt the drug trade and promote substance use awareness, prevention, and…

On Monday, Governor DeWine and Lt. Governor Husted announced the approval of assistance for 10 projects set to create 767 new jobs and retain 2,032 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed economic…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Sep 2nd, that the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is now accepting applications for funding as part of the Local Major Bridge Program, which provides federal funds to counties and…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Judy A. Budi of Dayton (Montgomery Co.) has been appointed to the Bowling Green State University Board of Trustees for a term beginning September 1, 2022, and ending…

Businesses can begin applying for next round September 1st (COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, who serves as Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation, on Aug 31st, announced the results of July’s…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine in observance of the state's second annual Overdose Awareness Day on Aug 31st, released the 2021 RecoveryOhio Annual Review, which gives a detailed overview of the work that RecoveryOhio has done to improve…

Columbus, OH -- In honor of the lives lost to overdose and to recognize and raise awareness for Ohio Overdose Awareness Day, Governor DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio be flown at half-staff upon all public…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following statement regarding Aug 29th's news reports that Honda and LG will build a battery plant for electric vhicles in the United States at a site to be determined: "Ohio's advanced…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Aug 29th, announced the approval of assistance for 10 projects set to create 767 new jobs and retain 2,032 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Aug 29th, announced that Ohio will observe the state’s second annual Overdose Awareness Day on Wednesday, Aug. 31 and begin recognition of September’s Recovery Month. Established in 2021 by…

Recovery Within Reach On Tuesday, the Department of Commerce launched a new awareness campaign called Recovery Within Reach, which is aimed at helping families living with an opioid use disorder understand the financial costs of treatment programs…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Director Annette Chambers-Smith announced on Aug 26th, that nearly $51 million in grant funding is now available to support construction, renovation, and…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Aug 24th, that he is investing an additional $2.1 million to assist Ohio college students with disabilities. Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) will provide all eligible…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Logan Arielle Johnson of Cincinnati (Hamilton Co.) has been appointed to serve as a student member on the University of Cincinnati Board of Trustees for a term…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine announced that he is increasing the amount of violent crime reduction grant funding available to local law enforcement agencies by $42 million. The funds added increase the total amount of money available to…

WILLARD, OH – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Aug 18th, that he is awarding $8.5 million to 21 local law enforcement agencies to help them strategically combat violence in their communities. Governor DeWine announced the seventh…

Port Clinton, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Aug 18th, joined Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz, Division of Wildlife Chief Kendra Wecker, and leaders from the conservation and tourism…

COLUMBUS,OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Aug 19th, that the State is now accepting applications for $53 million in grant funding for schools as part of his $100 million Ohio K-12 School Safety Grant Program. The Ohio Facilities…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on Aug 17th, announced that 12 meat processors have been awarded a total of nearly $3 million to implement processing efficiencies, expand or construct facilities at existing…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Aug 16th, announced that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved Ohio Medicaid’s extended coverage for new moms from 60 days to 12 months after the birth of their child. With…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine declared Tuesday, August 9, 2022, as honorary Dolly Parton Day in Ohio. Championed by First Lady Fran DeWine and supported by the Ohio General Assembly and affiliates across the state, Dolly Parton's Imagination…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Aug 15th, that he is increasing the amount of violent crime reduction grant funding available to local law enforcement agencies by $42 million. The funds added on Aug 15th, increase the…

Toledo, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) on Aug 15th, announced a $5 million grant program for a new H2Ohio Best Management Practice (BMP) – the Two-Stage Ditch. A two-stage ditch is a conservation…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Aug 11th, that his H2Ohio initiative is investing an additional $1.5 million to help local communities identify, inventory, and map lead service lines across the state. Ohio EPA began…

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced today that he is providing state assistance to six county jails in Ohio for targeted safety, security, and operational projects. Approximately $5 million has been awarded to the…

Columbus, OH -- On Aug 9th, afternoon, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine welcomed Dolly Parton to Ohio to celebrate the statewide success of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Ohio, where every child under the age of 5 is…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced on Aug 10th, that the two states jointly submitted a second federal funding application to support bridge and roadway improvements along the eight-mile Brent…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Aug 8th, that he has declared Tuesday, August 9, 2022, as honorary Dolly Parton Day in Ohio. Parton will be visiting Columbus tomorrow to celebrate early literacy and the success of Dolly…

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed the following Executive Order: Executive Order 2022-14D: Directing Expenditure of Fiscal Year 2023 TANF Funds by the Ohio Department of Job and Family…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine visited the Cox Fine Arts Center at the Ohio State Fair to see Scott Hagan, Ohio's famous "Barn Artist," paint murals of generals Ulysses S. Grant and Charles Young commissioned by the Ohio History Connection. This…

Columbus, OH – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on Aug 4th, that $5 million in grant funding is available to help local law enforcement agencies invest in body camera equipment and pay for associated expenses. The Ohio Department of…

Columbus, OH – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Aug 5th, announced that 16 local and state law enforcement agencies will receive a total of $5.7 million in grant funding to help prevent and solve instances of violent crime. Governor DeWine…

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Rebecca Jean Williamson Brown of Salem (Columbiana Co.) has been appointed to the State Vision Professionals Board for a term beginning August 5, 2022, and ending…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Aug 3rd, announced the appointment of the new superintendent of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Effective on August 12, Lieutenant Colonel Charles A. Jones will assume the responsibilities of the…

Statewide coalition of industry sector partnerships, state agencies, and other strategic partners will carry out three-year workforce development action plan focused on recruiting and upskilling workers in Ohio’s manufacturing, broadband, and…

Chief Safety Training Officer Named at Ohio School Safety Center COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on Aug 2nd, announced that more than 1,000 K-12 schools across Ohio will receive state assistance to pay for security upgrades that…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced the approval of assistance for seven projects set to create 660 new jobs and retain 3,333 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on July 29th, announced that he has directed the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC) to implement new recommendations to improve the post-release control supervision of former prison…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio First Lady Fran DeWine cooked pizza with kids and read an Imagination Library book on July 29th, at the Ohio State Fair to promote Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio. First Lady DeWine hosted two hands-on cooking…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today signed Executive Order 2022-13D, a measure to amend the regulatory rules to streamline and remove barriers to training for nurse…

Columbus, OH -- Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz on July 28th, announced plans for more than two dozen new H2Ohio wetland projects to naturally improve water quality across Ohio. …

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine released the following statement in response to the passage of the CHIPS for America Act in Congress: “On July 28th’s action by Congress to officially pass the CHIPS for America Act is the…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted released the following statement in response to the passage of the CHIPS for America Act in Congress: “The passage of the CHIPS Act is important to our national and economic security. Computer…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on July 27th, announced that more Ohioans are now eligible for electric and natural gas assistance from the Ohio Department of Development and Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO). This afternoon,…

Columbus, OH – On July 27th, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, First Lady Fran DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Second Lady Tina Husted celebrated the grand opening of this year's Ohio State Fair. "It is so good to be back at the Ohio State…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Traffic Safety Office (OTSO) on July 26th, released a new educational video for use by parents, teachers, and driver education instructors to help them explain the dangers of distracted driving…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on July 25th, announced the approval of assistance for seven projects set to create 660 new jobs and retain 3,333 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit…

COLUMBUS, OH -- In honor of the life and service of Clark County Sheriff's Deputy Matthew Yates, Governor DeWine has ordered that flags of the United States and the State of Ohio be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds…

The return of this year’s Ohio State Fair, which takes place from July 27 to August 7, 2022, will be more accessible and inclusive for everyone! Fairgoers will enjoy continued accessibility enhancements: wheelchair/mobility device charging…

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on July 22nd, announced that the state will assist more than a dozen law enforcement agencies with local efforts to combat violence, including gun crime and human trafficking. Fourteen agencies…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Colleen Hawkins Heacock of New Concord (Muskingum Co.) has been reappointed to the Zane State College Board of Trustees for a term beginning August 1, 2022, and ending…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on July 15th, that the first payments of funds to local governments from the OneOhio settlement with national opioid distributors have been made electronically. Local governments will determine how…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine On July 15th, announced the appointment of Anita Bechmann to the Clermont County Municipal Court. Bechmann, of Williamsburg, will assume office on Aug. 1, 2022 and will be taking the seat formerly held…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Rhoda Sue Crown of Coshocton (Coshocton Co.) has been appointed to the Central Ohio Technical College Board of Trustees for a term beginning July 15, 2022, and…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine joined Ohio Department of Transportation Director Jack Marchbanks and others to officially cut the ribbon on a major reconstruction of Interstate 70 in Clark County. The four-year, $50 million project included adding…

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on July 15th, announced the appointment of Julie A. Schafer to the Medina County Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Division. Schafer, of Wadsworth, Ohio, will assume office on Aug. 1, 2022, and…

COLUMBUS,OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on July 15th, announced the appointment of Jason M. Despetorich to the Hocking County Court of Common Pleas, General and Domestic Relations Division. Despetorich, of Logan, will assume office on August 1,…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued a proclamation on July 13th, declaring a state of emergency in Brown and Clermont counties due to the damaging conditions caused by last week's severe summer storms and tornadoes that resulted in…

Springfield, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on July 12th, joined Ohio Department of Transportation Director Jack Marchbanks and others to officially cut the ribbon on a major reconstruction of Interstate 70 in Clark County. The four-year, $50…

Manufacturing industry tops list of awarded credentials Columbus, OH -- Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, who serves as Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation, on July 12th, announced the results of the May round of…

Columbus, Ohio – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on July 8th, awarded $9.9 million to 25 local law enforcement agencies to help them strategically combat violence in their communities. The grants are part of the fourth round of Governor…

On Wednesday, Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced the official launch of Ohio’s new eWarrants system, a statewide criminal justice database that will improve the accuracy of state and federal background checks and…

COLUMBUS,OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on July 7th, that 16 Ohio high school students have been selected for the inaugural Ohio Student Safety Advisory Council within the Ohio School Safety Center (OSSC). Governor DeWine announced…

The free, modernized, streamlined system will improve the accuracy of Ohio’s current background check process. Columbus, Ohio – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on July 6th, announced the official launch of…

COLUMBUS, OH -- In accordance with the order issued by the President of the United States of America and in remembrance of the victims of the shooting in Highland Park, Illinois, Governor DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on July 1st, awarded over $42.1 million in grant funding to help communities in nearly every Ohio county turn blighted properties into new opportunities that attract investment,…

Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz broke ground on Ohio’s 76th state park on Monday. Great Council State Park, just north of Xenia, will be a connection to Ohio’s Native…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following reprieves of execution: - Antonio Franklin, who was scheduled to be executed on January 12, 2023. The new date of execution has been moved to February 11, 2026. - Stanley…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on July 1st, announced the official launch of Ohio Resilience through Integrated Systems and Excellence (OhioRISE), a new Ohio Medicaid specialized managed care behavioral health program for young people…

Bexley, OH -- In a ceremony in the Appalachian Garden of the Ohio Governor's Residence and Heritage Garden this afternoon, Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 377 which makes an historic investment of $500 million to transform Appalachian…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on June 29th, announced the launch of a new program aimed at helping local courts more efficiently process increasing numbers of court cases. The Office of Criminal Justice Services, which is a…

Columbus, OH – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on June 28th, announced enhanced support for the wellness needs of first responders in Ohio. As part of the new Ohio First Responder Recruitment, Retention, and Resilience Program, Governor DeWine…

Cedarville, OH – On June 24th, Governor DeWine signed Executive Order 2022-11D, the Emergency Adoption of Rule 3701-47-07 of the Ohio Administrative Code by the Ohio Department of Health. The executive order permits the Ohio Department…

On Tuesday, Governor Mike DeWine announced that several state and local agencies are joining forces on a pilot program to make transit in Coshocton, Guernsey, Muskingum, and Tuscarawas counties easier to navigate and more efficient. The new program,…

XENIA, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz on June 27th, broke ground on Ohio’s 76th state park. Great Council State Park, just north of Xenia, will be a connection to…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced the approval of assistance for two projects set to create 375 new jobs. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed economic…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted issued the following statement regarding the Kennedy Vs. Bremerton School District decision: "As Americans, we are all guaranteed First Amendment rights in our Constitution. I am pleased to see that the…

Columbus, OH -- Governor DeWine gave a public address on June 24th, regarding the decision by the U.S. Supreme Court in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. Text of Remarks as Prepared Livestream Video Statement Governor…

COLUMBUS, OH -- On June 24th, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following reprieve of execution: -- Quisi Bryan, who was scheduled to be executed on October 26, 2022. The new date of execution has been moved to January 7, 2026. Governor DeWine…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bills into law: House Bill 193, sponsored by Representatives Al Cutrona and Gail K. Pavliga, regards electronic prescriptions and schedule II-controlled substances, terminology…

H2Ohio Support also Awarded for Projects in Hocking, Jackson, Portage, Ross, and Seneca Counties Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio EPA Director Laurie A. Stevenson announced on June 23rd, that the city of Nelsonville in Athens…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Lt. Governor Husted issued the following statement regarding the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision: "As we transition as a nation from Roe to Dobbs, we all need to do our best to understand and respect the…

COLUMBUS,OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following statement regarding the announced retirement of Youngstown State University President Jim Tressel in 2023: "Jim Tressel is often referred to as a champion, and he has embodied that term…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced on June 22nd, that the state will aid in the rehabilitation of 38 historic buildings by offering nearly $40 million in tax credits as part of the Ohio Historic…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on June 21st, announced that several state and local agencies are joining forces on a pilot program to make transit in Coshocton, Guernsey, Muskingum, and Tuscarawas counties easier to navigate and more…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following statement on last week's power outages: "On Wednesday June 15, the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio announced that it would conduct a review of all Ohio’s electric utilities…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Haley Lynn Dees of Lisbon (Columbiana Co.) has been appointed to serve as a student member on the Kent State University Board of Trustees for a term beginning June…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 99 and provided an update on new and ongoing school safety initiatives in Ohio. "Our goal is to continue to help our public and private schools get the tools they need to protect our children,"…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed the following Executive Order: Executive Order 2022-10D: The Emergency Adoption of Rule 5160-1-97 of the Ohio Administrative Code by the Ohio Department of…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on June 17th, announced state support for 112 brownfield remediation projects that will help clean up contaminated properties in Ohio to make way for future economic development.…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on June 17th, sent a letter to school superintendents to provide information on the recent changes to Ohio law and to raise awareness about school safety services and resources offered by the state. …

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and BroadbandOhio on June 15th, announced four teams from 11 Ohio counties will participate in the first cohort of a new planning and capacity-building program to help leverage…

State makes investment as part of Children Services recommendation COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on June 15th, announced a partnership with the Governor’s Children’s Initiative, Ohio Department of Job and Family…

Hartford, CT – As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 15, 2022: Data…

COLUMBUS, OH -- With high temperatures in the forecast for areas across the state, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on June 15th, announced that the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is offering residents options to stay cool at Ohio's state…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on June 14th, announced several historic investments contained in House Bill 687, the capital budget bill. “This budget is about creating jobs, and growing the economy for Ohioans,” said…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bills into law: House Bill 140, sponsored by Representative Derek Merrin, which enacts the "Ballot Uniformity and Transparency Act" to modify the form of election notices and…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio is working to change the way society views mental illness and substance use disorders. Governor Mike DeWine’s RecoveryOhio initiative, the Ohio Attorney General’s Task Force on Criminal Justice and Mental Illness,…

Mt. Sterling, OH -- Through a partnership with the Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), First Lady Fran DeWine opened a new Storybook Trail in Deer…

LAKEVIEW, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine joined Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz and Ohio State Parks staff at Indian Lake State Park on june 13th, to discuss ODNR's plans to address invasive aquatic vegetation that…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on June 13th, signed House Bill 99 and provided an update on new and ongoing school safety initiatives in Ohio. "Our goal is to continue to help our public and private schools get the tools they need to…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, First Lady Fran DeWine, and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz announced on June 10th, that Ohio is offering $50,000 in grants for new or improved Storybook Trails throughout…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine awarded $3.9 million to 16 local law enforcement agencies to help them strategically combat violence in their communities. Governor DeWine announced the third round of his Ohio Violent Crime Reduction Grant…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on June 10th, sent a letter to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan asking that the EPA permanently remove restrictions around the sale of 15 percent ethanol (E-15) fuel. "E-15…

Additionally, Fiber Optic Technician Program Launched at Four Institutions Columbus, OH -- Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, who serves as Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation (OWT), on June 9th, announced a broadband…

COLUMBUS,OH -- Governor Mike DeWine sent a letter on June 9th, to President Biden saying he is opposed to the Biden Administration's decision to ban new tariffs for two years on solar panels imported from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the…

Springfield, OH -- Governor Mike DeWine on June 6th, awarded $3.9 million to 16 local law enforcement agencies to help them strategically combat violence in their communities. Governor DeWine announced the third round of his Ohio Violent Crime…

Cincinnati, OH -- Governor Mike DeWine on June 6th, provided an update on what is being done to help Ohio families impacted by the infant formula shortage, including the acceptance of a waiver request that will give families enrolled in Ohio…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Jude S. Foulk of Marion (Marion Co.) has been reappointed to the Marion Technical College Board of Trustees for a term beginning June 2, 2022, and ending April 29,…

On Wednesday, Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced additional state support to help strengthen the local meat supply chain and reduce reliance on out-of-state meat processors. Seventy-five Ohio meat processors will receive…

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bills into law: House Bill 30, sponsored by Representative Scott Wiggam and Representative Darrell Kick, clarifies the law governing slow-moving vehicles and revises the lighting…

COLUMBUS,OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has issued the following statements on bills passed by the Ohio General Assembly on June 1, 2022: Capital Budget (HB 687) "I thank the General Assembly for their partnership in supporting these…

New Jobs and Investment Also to Go to Ford's Lima and Sharonville Plants AVON LAKE, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and JobsOhio joined representatives from the Ford Motor Company on June 2nd, to announce that Ford is…

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on June 1st, announced additional state support to help strengthen the local meat supply chain and reduce reliance on out-of-state meat processors. Seventy-five Ohio meat…

Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine joined Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz on Sunday to open two new Storybook Trails in Southwest Ohio state parks on May 27th. After an official ribbon-cutting ceremony,…

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on May 27th, outlined Ohio’s next steps for enhancing the safety of Ohio’s students, teachers, and school personnel. “We continue to pray for the families who have lost their…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on May 26th, awarded more than $2 million in funding to help local law enforcement agencies combat violent crime and protect their communities. Eight law enforcement agencies will receive grants as part…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, First Lady Fran DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Second Lady Tina Husted on May 27th, honored the men and women who sacrificed their lives in service to their county by joining Gold Star families in a…

COLUMBUS,OH -- On May 26th, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) Chancellor Randy Gardner named the first group of Ohio colleges and universities designated as Collegiate Purple Star campuses for their efforts to…

COLUMBUS, OH -- In accordance with the orders issued by the President of the United States of America and in remembrance of the victims of the shooting in Uvalde, Texas, Governor DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the State…

Cincinnati, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced on May 24th, that they have jointly submitted an application requesting nearly $2 billion in federal funding to make much-needed improvements to the Brent…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine delivered remarks during a Dayton Children’s Hospital announcement. The hospital addressed the growing demand for behavioral health services in the Dayton community. Also on Monday, as part of Mental Health…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine joined Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz to open two new Storybook Trails in Southwest Ohio state parks May 22nd. After an official ribbon-cutting…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced the approval of assistance for six projects set to create 1,281 new jobs and retain 747 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Amy T. Shore of Bexley (Franklin Co.) has been reappointed to the Bowling Green State University Board of Trustees for a term beginning May 20, 2022, and ending May…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on May 20th, that the Ohio Department of Public Safety’s Traffic Safety Office (OTSO), Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), and statewide law enforcement partners have developed…

COLUMBUS, OH -- On May 19th, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following statement about the increase in tuition for incoming first-year students by the Ohio State University. "Ohio families are suffering from significant cost increases due to…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on May 19th, awarded $4.8 million in grants to nearly 100 Ohio schools to help them improve the overall safety and security of their buildings. Ninety-eight schools in 27 counties will implement safety…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Governor Mike DeWine on May 19th, announced the selection of two individuals to lead the Youth and Family Ombudsmen Office. Jenny R. Stotts will serve as the first-ever Youth Ombudsman, while Jennifer A. Sheriff will serve as the…

Columbus, OH - Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced on May 18th, that $100 million in state support is now available as part of the second round of the Transformational Mixed-Used Development Program. The Ohio…

Group will work to address the approximately 33,250 broadband and 5G jobs needed for deployment in Ohio Columbus, OH -- Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, who serves as Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation (OWT), on…

Columbus, OH -- As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on May 16th, announced the Pediatric Behavioral Health Initiative, an $84 million investment, to increase access to care and expand capacity across the state so kids…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on May 17th, announced over $3.6 million in funding for 41 local law enforcement agencies to help their drug task forces enforce the state’s drug laws and combat illegal drug activity. Grants from…

CINCINNATI, OH -- On May 17th morning, Ohio First Lady Fran DeWine attended Hamilton County’s One Millionth Imagination Library Book Celebration at Deer Park Branch Library in Cincinnati. First Lady DeWine also presented a proclamation…

On Saturday, Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz celebrated Ohio’s abundant inland fishing resources at the third annual Inland Fish Ohio Day at Deer Creek Lake in Fayette and Pickaway…

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, joined by Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) Director Lori Criss and Ohio Department of Higher Education Chancellor Randy Gardner and various leaders of Ohio’s…

COLUMBUS, OH -- In accordance with the orders issued by the President of the United States of America and in honoring Peace Officer Memorial Day and Police Week, Governor DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio…

COLUMBUS, OH -- On May 13th, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following reprieve of execution: -- Kareem Jackson, who was scheduled to be executed on September 15, 2022. The new date of execution has been moved to December 10, 2025. Governor…

COLUMBUS, OH -- In accordance with the orders issued by the President of the United States of America and in remembrance of the more than one million American lives lost to COVID-19, Governor DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz announced on May 10th, that $3 million in H2Ohio grant funding will be directed to nine wetland projects to help improve water quality in…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Peter Andrew Pitts of Wellington (Lorain Co.) has been reappointed to the Ohio Home Inspector Board for a term beginning May 10, 2022, and ending April 5, 2027. …

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on May 10th, issued the following statement regarding the selection of a new Superintendent of Public Instruction: "I congratulate Steve Dackin on his selection as Superintendent of Public Instruction by…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has made the following appointments: Mia Citino of Dublin (Franklin Co.) has been appointed to serve as a student member on the Ohio University Board of Trustees for a term beginning May 14, 2022, and…

On Monday, Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine traveled to Northwest Ohio to promote the Ohio Governor's Imagination Library at book readings in Lucas, Henry, and Allen counties. The Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library mails…

Columbus, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz celebrated Ohio’s abundant inland fishing resources at the third annual Inland Fish Ohio Day at Deer Creek Lake in Fayette and…

Columbus, OH – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on May 5th, that nearly $70 million in grant funding is now available for the recruitment and wellness needs of Ohio's first responders. The Ohio Emergency Management Agency began…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio EPA Director Laurie A. Stevenson on May 6th, announced approximately $2.1 million in H2Ohio grant assistance to help 48 public water systems take the first step toward removing and replacing lead…

Cleveland, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced on May 6th, that nearly 2,000 pieces of personal protective equipment donated by Ohio law enforcement agencies will soon be delivered to Ukraine. In response to a request from Governor DeWine…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Dr. Jack Marchbanks announced on May 5th, that ODOT will invest $51 million into new traffic safety improvement projects to specifically address an…

Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced the approval of assistance for five projects on Monday set to create 733 new jobs and retain 1,344 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed…

COLUMBUS, OH -- In recognition and celebration of Military Appreciation Month beginning May 1, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on April 29th, announced the launch of a new resource page for servicemen and women and their families on governor.ohio.gov.…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on April 29th, signed Executive Order 2022-08D to provide $4.5 million to increase staff and reopen beds in licensed youth residential treatment facilities. “When treatment facilities have a hard…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on April 29th, signed Executive Order 2022-09D, allocating more than $1.5 million from the state’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Parenting and Pregnancy Program to organizations…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted on April 28th, announced details of their proposal to make a long-overdue, comprehensive investment in the Appalachian region of Ohio. The $500 million investment would…

COLUMBUS, OH -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on April 27th, authorized the use of the State Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) to help several counties impacted by severe winter ice storms in February 2022. The SDRP is a reimbursement program that can…