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Headlines 5 June 2024

Governor DeWine requests Presidential Disaster Declaration for 8 counties impacted by April storms

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration from President Joe Biden to support eight counties impacted by severe storms, flooding and tornadoes in early April, despite FEMA's assertion that damage does not reach the threshold for federal assistance.

In The News 4 June 2024

Governor DeWine authorizes emergency ban of 9 synthetic opioids

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed an executive order Tuesday authorizing the Ohio Board of Pharmacy to immediately classify nine synthetic opioids as Schedule I controlled substances, effectively banning their sale and use in the state.

Headlines 3 June 2024

Governor DeWine announces expanded Sales Tax Holiday

Governor Mike DeWine Friday announced the 2024 expanded Sales Tax Holiday will take place from midnight Tuesday, July 30 until 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8.

In The News 3 June 2024

Governor DeWine announces millions in support for critical water infrastructure projects

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik Friday announced $122.7 million in grant awards to help improve water infrastructure in 59 counties.

Headlines 31 May 2024

Ohio to upskill CDL drivers across the state

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik recently announced more than $800,000 to support essential training for Ohio companies and commercial drivers.

Headlines 31 May 2024

Report shows sustained decline in distracted driving 1 year after new Ohio law went into effect

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and leaders from the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the Ohio Traffic Safety Office (OTSO) are encouraged by new data that shows the state’s strengthened distracted driving law is making a positive impact on Ohio’s roadways.

Headlines 30 May 2024

Governor DeWine announces $5M for transportation projects to boost Ohio’s economy

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Jack Marchbanks Thursday announced more than a dozen new transportation projects that aim to support job growth and retention.

In The News 30 May 2024

Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted announce model policy for cell phones in schools

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted and Department of Education and Workforce (DEW) Director Stephen D. Dackin Wednesday announced the publication of a model policy designed to minimize student use of cell phones during school hours.

Headlines 29 May 2024

Governor DeWine awards nearly $29.5M to improve access to housing across Ohio

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik announced nearly $29.5 million in awards to help improve housing access in Ohio.

In The News 28 May 2024

Governor DeWine issues statement on special session legislation

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following statement on Tuesday’s developments regarding the special session of the Ohio General Assembly:

In The News 28 May 2024

Governor DeWine announces funding for jail renovation projects; Adams County to receive $21.6M

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Director Annette Chambers-Smith Tuesday announced more than $73 million in state support for the construction of three new jails in Ohio.

Headlines 24 May 2024

Governor DeWine cuts ribbon on new Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare facility

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) Director LeeAnne Cornyn hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony this week to unveil the all-new Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare (COBH) hospital in Columbus.

Headlines 24 May 2024

Governor DeWine announces new road safety projects

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Jack Marchbanks Thursday announced more than two dozen road safety projects that target areas with a history of severe and deadly crashes.

Headlines 24 May 2024

DeWine, Husted oppose federal rule that would endanger Ohio energy grid, increase electricity bills

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted have expressed written opposition to a federal rule that would endanger Ohio's energy grid.

Headlines 24 May 2024

Governor, first lady DeWine honor fallen Ohio heroes at wreath-laying ceremony

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and first lady Fran DeWine hosted a wreath-laying ceremony today to honor Ohio service members who sacrificed their lives while serving their country, protecting our freedom, and building a brighter future for others.

In The News 23 May 2024

Governor DeWine calls special session of General Assembly to vote on presidential ballot fix, foreign campaign spending ban

Pursuant to Article III, Section 8 of the Ohio Constitution, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has called a special session of the Ohio General Assembly to begin on Tuesday, May 28.