| Monday, April 29, 2024
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced the
approval of two projects that will create 215 new jobs and retain
353 jobs statewide.
During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA)
reviewed economic development proposals brought to the board by
JobsOhio and its regional partners. The projects are expected to
result in more than $15 million in new payroll and spur $25 million
in investments across Ohio.
Governor DeWine and Ohio Department of Education and Workforce
Director Stephen D. Dackin announced an increase in the number of
schools providing prevention-focused programs, services, and
supports. The latest Prevention Services Report outlines this
progress from school years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023.
Prevention-focused programs, services, and supports assist students
in developing the knowledge and skills to engage in healthy
behaviors and decision-making and increasing their awareness of the
dangers and consequences of risky behaviors.
“Prevention-focused programs equip students with knowledge and
skills to manage their health and well-being now and in the future,”
said Governor DeWine. “Schools are strengthening partnerships with
families and community organizations to ensure children are ready to
learn each day.”
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Governor DeWine joined other state and local leaders for a
ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new Behr Paint Manufacturing and
Distribution Facility in Heath.
Lt. Governor Husted visited The Ohio State University Agricultural
Technical Institute (ATI) Campus in Wooster to see the new Trimble
Laboratory, a state-of-the-art lab for agricultural engineering and
environmental science disciplines.
Lt. Governor Husted joined Wayne County for the groundbreaking of
their new jail, funded through the Ohio Jail Safety and Security
Grant program. The new facility will provide 72,000 square feet of
space and raise capacity to 248.
Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted, and Ohio Department of
Development Director Lydia Mihalik awarded $86 million to support
early-stage, tech-based companies in underserved communities and
populations across Ohio.
The funding is being awarded to 11 professionally managed investment
funds through the Ohio Venture Fund and Ohio Early Stage Focus Fund
to provide capital to early-stage, tech-focused companies throughout
Ohio. Funds will invest in companies focused on healthcare,
manufacturing, food technologies, and more.
“Here in the heart of innovation, these investments will help move
technology forward to benefit those living in Ohio and beyond,” said
Governor DeWine. “By supporting the dreams and ideas of Ohio
innovators, we have the potential to transform lives for generations
to come.”
“Ohio was awarded these federal funds, and so we have the
responsibility to invest them wisely,” said Lt. Governor Husted.
"The strategy is to help leverage private dollars for small
businesses that have a difficult time attracting early-stage
investors with the aspiration of building a new generation of
businesses in underserved communities.”
Lt. Governor Husted stopped by the Holmes County Job Expo in
Millersburg. Hosted by the local OhioMeansJobs Center, the event
featured 65 businesses that were ready to hire.
Lt. Governor Husted visited Mast Trucking in Millersburg. The
company was awarded a $25,000 tax credit to support 234 individuals
earning CDL credentials.
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted, and Ohio Department of
Development Director Mihalik announced 30 major economic development
projects in Ohio's Appalachian region that will raise the area's
profile as a travel destination and improve quality of life for
local residents.
As part of the new Appalachian Downtowns and Destinations
Initiative, $154 million will be infused into communities across 12
counties to revitalize historic downtown districts, create new
opportunities for recreation, and amplify the experience for those
visiting the region's cultural sites.
"Our state's origins are in Appalachia; it's where our history
began. But right now — this is Appalachia's time to flourish," said
Governor DeWine. "These unprecedented investments in Appalachia will
be transformative for those who live here, turning their visions for
the future into reality."
“These investments aim to enhance growth and quality of life in
Ohio's Appalachian communities,” said Lt. Governor Husted. “We hope
to highlight the region's amazing offerings and develop new sites
that benefit residents and attract visitors for years to come."
Lt. Governor Husted, who serves as director of the Governor’s Office
of Workforce Transformation, announced the results of the March
round of TechCred, in which 463 employers were awarded, providing
the opportunity for Ohioans to earn 5,723 tech-focused credentials.
“In this specific round of TechCred, we saw the highest number of AI
credentials requested than ever before,” said Lt. Governor Husted.
“TechCred is an easy way for your employees to advance in the
workplace by upskilling themselves with an AI or tech-related
credential.”
The current and 26th application period for Ohio employers opened
May 1, 2024, and will close on May 31, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. Apply now
at TechCred.Ohio.Gov.
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Governor DeWine and the Ohio EPA announced $1.7 million in grants
for more than 30 municipalities and counties as part of the H2Ohio
Rivers Program. The grants are the first to be awarded under the new
H2Ohio Rivers Chloride Reduction Grant program.
More than $1.12 million will help 22 local governments upgrade road
salt equipment, and $569,000 will help nine local governments pay
for upgrades or new construction for salt storage and loading areas
that will help prevent over application of salt on Ohio roads and
reduce runoff into streams, rivers, and lakes.
“Reducing the amount of road salt runoff into our water supply is
important,” Governor DeWine said. “That’s why we are putting H2Ohio
dollars into the hands of governments and municipalities so they can
have better equipment and storage for road salt management so there
is less runoff and more protection for our rivers and waterways.”
Lt. Governor Husted had the honor of providing remarks at the FOP
Memorial Motorcade in Columbus, addressing the brave men and women
who safeguard our communities.
Governor DeWine joined the Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Division of Wildlife to celebrate Bird Ohio Day at Magee Marsh
Wildlife Area in Oak Harbor, Ohio.
“Northwest Ohio is a hotspot for migratory birds drawn here by Lake
Erie and the surrounding wetland habitats,” said Governor DeWine.
“Hundreds of bird species rely on this region for migration and
breeding, and by protecting and restoring places like Magee Marsh we
can keep their populations strong.”
A unique blend of wetlands, lake, and forested beach ridge habitat
at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area is a tremendous asset to wildlife.
Birding is a top attraction at Magee, but the area is also excellent
for hunting, fishing, trapping, and many other outdoor activities.
Governor DeWine participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the
newly renovated Pediatric Psychiatric Unit at ProMedica Russell J.
Ebeid Children’s Hospital in Toledo.
Second Lady Tina Husted spoke at the National Alliance on Mental
Illness (NAMI) of Ohio’s Resiliency Ring to memorialize youth lost
and encourage resiliency.
Lt. Governor Husted provided remarks at the Ohio Aviation
Association’s Annual Conference. There are 110,000 aerospace
employees in Ohio and the state is ranked fourth in the nation for
aerospace attractiveness.
Governor DeWine announced that a Presidential Disaster Declaration
has been issued for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Individual Assistance Program as a result of tornadoes on March 14,
2024. The Presidential Disaster Declaration was issued for Auglaize,
Crawford, Darke, Delaware, Hancock, Licking, Logan, Mercer, Miami,
Richland, and Union counties. The declaration includes the Hazard
Mitigation Grant Program for all 88 Ohio counties.
Governor DeWine sent a letter to President Joe Biden on March 29,
2024 requesting a federal disaster declaration.
“Ohio Emergency Management Agency and my administration have worked
tirelessly to advocate on behalf of the victims of the recent
tornadoes in and around Indian Lake,” said Governor DeWine. “ I
thank FEMA and the President for hearing our calls to provide needed
federal relief to affected Ohioans as soon as possible.”
Friday, May 3, 2024
Governor DeWine was the keynote speaker at the Ohio Military Hall of
Fame Induction Ceremony. The 17 members of the 2024 Class were
presented with the Ohio Medal of Valor.
Governor DeWine announced $40.9 million in funding for 27 new
traffic safety projects focused on protecting pedestrians and
preventing roadway departures in 21 counties.
“Whether you walk, bike, ride, or drive, we owe it to everyone to
make transportation in our state as safe and efficient as possible,”
said Governor DeWine. “These projects are engineered to keep
everyone safe."
Governor DeWine announced $3 million in funding for 42 local law
enforcement agencies to help their drug task forces enforce the
state’s drug laws and combat illegal drug activity.
Grants from the 2024 Ohio Drug Law Enforcement Fund will support
drug task forces that impact 36 counties on issues of drug
trafficking, pharmaceutical diversion, and other organized criminal
activity associated with the drug trade. The program, which is
administered through the Office of Criminal Justice Services, is
also intended to help local agencies enhance the safety of Ohioans
through multi-jurisdictional task forces.
“Local drug task force commanders know
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