Monday, July 3, 2023
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine requested that President Joseph R. Biden
issue a Major Presidential Disaster Declaration relating to the
Norfolk Southern train derailment and release of hazardous chemicals
that occurred in East Palestine. Today was the deadline set by the
Federal Emergency Management Agency following a previous extension
request.
"The possibility remains that the voluntary support provided by
Norfolk Southern could at some point in the future cease, and this
Declaration is needed to ensure that the State and Federal
government use all resources available to step in and provide the
community with needed assistance." DeWine stated in his letter to
President Biden.
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
In the early hours of July 4, Governor DeWine signed Ohio's
operating budget bill for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 into law.
House Bill 33 supports the priorities of the DeWine-Husted
administration by taking advantage of Ohio's time in history to make
strategic investments in our thriving economy, communities, and
families in a manner that positions Ohio for continued success in
the future.
“I am proud to sign this budget, and while it makes historic
investments in Ohioans across their lives, I believe we are doing
more to support and encourage Ohio’s children to lead happy,
healthy, and productive lives than ever before,” said Governor
DeWine. “Whether it is helping them get the healthiest start in life
by providing top-notch health care for moms; to expanding access to
quality early childhood education; to ensuring their teachers have
the resources and skills needed to teach students how to read in the
way their brains learn to read; to providing prevention and early
intervention tools for those struggling with mental and behavioral
health issues; to expanding access and opportunity for all types of
training, certifications, and degrees after high school graduation,
and continued career development; through ensuring Ohioans have a
high quality of life and the highest quality of care as they age,
this budget helps make Ohio the heart of opportunity for everyone.”
On Tuesday, Governor DeWine celebrated Independence Day. In 2022,
Governor DeWine announced the creation of the Ohio Commission for
the U.S. Semiquincentennial to help plan America’s 250th birthday
celebration in Ohio in 2026.
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Governor DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted discussed a number of
priority items in the new operating budget for fiscal years
2024-2025 that will support Ohio's workforce, children, and
communities.
"This budget is one that makes historic investments in Ohioans and
builds on Ohio’s momentum," said Governor DeWine. "We are building
on our efforts to make sure Ohio continues to be the heart of it all
-- the best place to live, work, raise a family, and start a
business."
“If you provide people the chance to access an education and earn
job skills, you have good jobs available for them and you stay
focused on making sure that you continue to innovate the state for
the future, you are giving people the ability to live their version
of the American dream,” said Lt. Governor Husted. “I truly believe
if we get the economy, workforce and innovation right, Ohio will be
the best in the Midwest.”
Friday, July 7, 2023
Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted, and Ohio Department of
Development Director Lydia Mihalik announced the state will award
more than $20 million in grants to support 104 arts-based
organizations in 33 counties.
“Ohio artists and arts organizations make our state an attractive
place to live, work, and raise a family,” said Governor DeWine.
“Ohio is the heart of it all – and by supporting the arts, we
continue to ensure artistic excellence.”
“Through these grants, we’re promoting creativity and quality of
life,” said Lt. Governor Husted. “These resources help people take
pride in their local communities and create places where people want
to live, work and play.”
Governor DeWine, joined by Ohio Department of Mental Health and
Addiction Services Director Lori Criss, and Ohio 988 Administrator
Doug Jackson, recognized the positive impact of the 988 Suicide and
Crisis Lifeline has had on Ohioans following one year of state-and
nationwide implementation. The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides
Ohioans with one, easy to remember number to call – 988 – when they
or someone they know is in crisis.
“We are working to strengthen and expand Ohio’s crisis care system
to help anyone who is in a mental health or addiction crisis – and
their family members – quickly connect to help close to home,” said
Governor DeWine. “The 988 lifeline is a 24/7 resource for Ohioans,
and it is saving lives.”
Governor DeWine signed Senate Bill 16, sponsored by Senator Steve
Wilson (R-Maineville). The bill alters the law governing immunity
from liability for donations of perishable food, to make changes
relative to the rights of crime victims, and to declare an
emergency.
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