More than 800,000 veterans, military retirees, active-duty personnel, reservists, and National Guard members live in Ohio -- and we pride ourselves on being the most military-friendly state in the nation: bit.ly/4bkenrj #ArmedForcesDay

Today we announced the launch of our new Treatment Foster Home Pilot Program in 34 Ohio counties. This program will connect more of our foster children with caring families who are equipped to support their needs and help them reach their God-given potential.

Nearly three 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 recovery. bit.ly/3WNT8tO RecoveryOhio

More than 250 Ohio communities have received H2Ohio funding! Today, Governor Mike DeWine and Dir. Vogel announced $2.2 million in grants going to 78 counties in the state that will help public water systems purchase equipment to better maintain local distribution.
Ohio, The Heart of it All

As we near the end of National Police Week, I want to express my appreciation for all of Ohio's peace officers who bravely answer the call to serve and protect each day and to honor those who've given their lives in the line of duty, including EuclidPD Officer Jacob Derbin.

Fran and I visited with students at Oxford Elementary in Cleveland Heights as they received new prescription glasses that will allow them to see and learn more clearly. I also announced members of the new Children’s Vision Strike Force who will help connect more students to eye

By doing something as simple as replacing old streetlights, we're helping free up resources that can be redirected to vital community services like education and public safety. bit.ly/3wLvumP

The second round of Ohio’s Career Technical Education Equipment Grant Program is now open. This is a great opportunity for more schools to offer Career Tech Education in Ohio. Learn more and apply today at Workforce.Ohio.gov/CTEEquipment.

Today we announced the latest sites selected for NEVI fast-charging stations in Ohio. As more electric cars and trucks make their way to Ohio roadways, we’re continuing to build the infrastructure needed to enable easy and convenient travel.

More: bit.ly/3V3Y7VY

While visiting Karrer Middle School in Dublin yesterday, I signed House Bill 250, which requires every school district in Ohio to develop a cell phone policy to minimize student use of smartphones in K-12 schools. By limiting cell phone use at school and reducing classroom distractions,

Fran and I commend Ohio’s peace officers for their bravery, sacrifice, and dedication to serving their communities.

This morning, we broke ground on two new buildings at the Ohio Expo Center & Ohio State Fair in Columbus. These projects will preserve the historic beauty and character of the fairgrounds, while also adding modern improvements that showcase everything great about our state. Learn

Fran and I offer our deepest condolences to Euclid Police Officer Jacob Derbin's family and his brothers and sisters at EuclidPD. His bravery and dedication to the Euclid community will not be forgotten.

Happy Mother’s Day, especially to my bride and mother of our eight children, Fran DeWine!

Although today is the last day of Children’s Book Week, it’s important for children to read year-round. This month’s free book for children born in 2019 is “Spend It!” To enroll a child, visit: ohioimaginationlibrary.org

On Tuesday, I had the chance to visit with students who are in the STEM Club at Hayward Middle School in Springfield. The school was the first in Ohio to start a Drone Soccer team and they just got back from Washington, D.C., where they participated in the Drone National Soccer

It’s Children’s Book Week, and Fran DeWine and I are highlighting books from Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Ohio. Ohio families can receive a free age-appropriate book each month for their children from birth to age 5. This month’s free book for children born in 2021 is “Abuela” and for children

Congratulations to Chardon Javar Black Jr. of John Hay Senior High School (Cleveland Metropolitan School District) and Annabella Clara Burton Boone of Olentangy Berlin High School (@OlentangySD) on being named two of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars. Fran and I are proud of your accomplishments and

I believe in the people of Appalachia and their vision for the future. The half-billion dollars we've now invested in our 32 Appalachian counties will create new opportunities that add to the quality of life for those living in this beautiful and historic region and spur economic

On June 7th, Fran DeWine and I are excited to open a brand-new state park in Ohio that honors the state’s natural and cultural heritage. Great Council State Park will feature an immersive interpretive center for visitors to learn about Ohio’s Shawnee and frontier history.