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Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Announces $650 Million in Additional Grants to Support Child Care
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced an additional $650 million in grants to help child care programs defray unexpected business costs associated with the pandemic and to help stabilize operations. This is in addition to the $150 million in child care grants announced in December.
Governor Richard Micheal DeWine: Kicks Off Next Phase in Downtown Columbus I-70/71 Construction Project
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Dr. Jack Marchbanks announced the start of construction on the next phase of ODOT’s Downtown Ramp Up project to improve Interstates 70 and 71 through downtown Columbus.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Calls for Summit of Refugee Organizations to Plan for Possible Ukrainian Resettlement
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(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has directed the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) to convene a summit of various service organizations to ensure Ohio’s preparedness to welcome Ukrainian refugees, if asked.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Announces New H2Ohio Program to Help Remove and Replace Lead Pipes
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As part of his comprehensive strategy to address lead hazards and prevent lead poisoning in Ohio, Governor Mike DeWine announced that his H2Ohio initiative is investing $4 million to locate, remove, and replace toxic lead pipes in various communities throughout the state.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Announces $25.9 million for 136 new or expanded School-Based Health Centers
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Governor Mike DeWine announced that $25.9 million will be awarded for 136 new or expanded School-Based Health Centers throughout Ohio.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Signs Executive Order in Response to Russia's Unjust War Against Ukraine
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today signed Executive Order 22-02D prohibiting State of Ohio investment or purchasing activity from aiding Russia in violating the rights of the Ukrainian people and ordered:
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Before Donating to Help the Humanitarian Crisis in Europe, Ohioans Urged to do Research
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine offered tips and resources to Ohioans looking to assist the humanitarian crisis occurring because of Vladimir Putin’s aggression against Ukraine.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Bans Purchases of Russian Goods and Services, Directs Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation to Divest Russian Assets
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following statement regarding further action that the state of Ohio is taking following Russian President Vladimir Putin's unprovoked and brutal invasion of Ukraine.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Signs Bills Into Law
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bills into law.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Development Projects Will Support $1.4 Billion in Investments in Ohio Communities
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced state support for 13 mixed-use development projects that are expected to result in more than $2.1 billion in new Ohio payroll and spur more than $1.4 billion in investments across the state.
Governor DeWine and Lieutenant Governor Husted: Announce New Projects Expected to Create More Than $117 Million in Investments
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced the approval of assistance for six projects set to create 1,937 new jobs and retain 2,597 jobs statewide.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Support Ukraine by Lighting Bridges in the Colors of the Ukrainian Flag
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To show additional support for the people of Ukraine, Governor Mike DeWine has directed the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) to illuminate the state's two lighted bridges in blue and yellow, the colors of the Ukrainian flag.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Announces Appointments for the Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced seven appointments to the Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Pledge to Seek Federal Funding for Brent Spence Bridge Project Together with Beasher
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced that they will jointly pursue up to $2 billion in federal funding to drastically reduce traffic congestion on and around the Brent Spence Bridge, which connects Cincinnati, Ohio, to Covington, Kentucky.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Signs Bills Into Law
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the following bills into law:
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Announces Day of Prayer For Ukraine
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In response to Russia's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has declared Sunday, February 27, 2022, a statewide Day of Prayer for the people of Ukraine.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Issues Bipartisan Response to Russian Invasion of Ukraine
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz issued a bipartisan response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Announces Partnership to Promote Road Safety for Teen Drivers
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced a partnership between the Ohio Traffic Safety Office (OTSO) and the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) to raise awareness about the resources available to help teens drive safely.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Announces Funding for New Outdoor Children's Literacy Trails
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(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, First Lady Fran DeWine, and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz announced that the state is awarding more than $28,000 in grants for new or improved children's literacy trails in Ashland, Athens, Champaign, Ottawa, and Preble counties.The grants, awarded as part of ODNR's Recreational Trails Grant Program, will fund trail and trailhead construction, maintenance, and storybook signage for each trail.
Governor Richard Michael DeWine: Issues Statement on Death of Dr. Paul Farmer
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued the following statement on the death of Dr. Paul Farmer.
