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*WEEK IN REVIEW*
Friday, March 1, 2024

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Week in Review

"For the week ending March 1, 2024
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*Monday, February 26, 2024*

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Schaeffer graphic

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik announced [ [link removed] ] that Schaeffler, a pioneering force in the field of motion technology, will build a new manufacturing facility in Dover, bringing 650 jobs and $54 million in associated payroll to Wayne and Tuscarawas counties.

?Ohio has always been home to the leading edge of automotive technology, and today?s announcement is further proof that Ohio will continue to dominate in this field,? said Governor DeWine. ?Schaeffler is already established in Ohio, and we welcome their decision to expand here to support our growing and thriving electric vehicle ecosystem."

?Forward-looking companies like Schaeffler understand the value and advantages of doing business in Ohio,? said Lt. Governor Husted. ?In addition to promoting innovation, this project creates hundreds of quality jobs to be filled by Ohioans living in the region, helping to bring about a brighter future for the families and communities in Wayne and Tuscarawas counties.?



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February 2024 TCA announcement

Governor DeWine and Lt. Governor Husted announced [ [link removed] ] the approval of eight projects set to create 1,171 new jobs and retain 3,635 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 $101 million in new payroll and spur $269 million in investments across Ohio.??



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) Lt. Governor Husted speaks at the ribbon cutting for Amgen?s new commercial biologic manufacturing facility.

Lt. Governor Husted spoke at the ribbon- cutting for Amgen?s new commercial biologic manufacturing facility. Since the company broke ground in 2021, they have already hired 240 of their expected 400 employees.



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Lt. Governor Husted visited Johnstown to speak at the ribbon cutting for Johnstown High School?s new Innovation Center

Lt. Governor Husted visited Johnstown to speak at the ribbon-cutting for Johnstown High School?s new Innovation Center, which will help better train students for the jobs coming to the area, including Intel. He also spoke at the Western Licking County Education and Workforce Forum about the importance of public-private partnerships to create new opportunities for students.



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Graphic shows the 5-star rating for the business advisory council awards

Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted, and Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Director Stephen D. Dackin announced [ [link removed] ] Ohio's 2024 Business-Education Leader Awards for Excellent Business Advisory Councils [ [link removed] ]. The Business Advisory Councils being honored demonstrate excellence developing professional skills for the future, building partnerships, and coordinating experiences, which contribute to preparing students for success.

?Ohio?recognizes the vital role of?Business Advisory Councils?in fostering strong partnerships that benefit students across the state,? Governor DeWine said. ?These councils serve as bridges between classroom learning and real-world experience, creating dynamic learning environments that prepare students for future careers.?

?I always say that those who collaborate best win and Business Advisory Councils are a prime example of that because they allow businesses to directly help schools better understand how to prepare students for career opportunities right in their local communities,? said Lt. Governor Husted. ?This helps businesses create a local talent pipeline and helps more students prepare for careers without college debt.?



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*Tuesday, February 27, 2024*

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Governor DeWine and Lt. Governor Husted announced [ [link removed] ] that the 2024 Ohio Building (OBC), Mechanical (OMC), and Plumbing Codes (OPC) rules go into effect on March 1, 2024.

The new rules adopted by the Ohio Board of Building Standards reflect significant reductions in both overall word count as well as regulatory restrictions. In total, the new code rules reflect an overall reduction of more than 610,000 words, which will help to streamline processes and make it easier for Ohio businesses to comply.

"A streamlined administrative code is easier to comply with, meaning business can save resources while providing better service and enhanced safety," said Governor DeWine. "I commend the Ohio Board of Building Standards for their work with the Common Sense Initiative to improve the building, mechanical, and plumbing codes."

"This is a step forward in the Common Sense Initiative's goal to make it easier for people and businesses to comply in Ohio," said Lt. Governor Husted. "Through the passage of the recent budget, we have been able to remove 1.5 million total words from the Ohio Administrative Code in addition to the 610,000 here, saving people more time and money when they do business in Ohio."

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Governor DeWine speaks at Stepping Up Ohio Steering Committee meeting

Governor DeWine gave remarks at the Stepping Up Ohio Initiative Steering Committee meeting.?The?Stepping Up Initiative [ [link removed] ] is a national initiative targeted at reducing the number of people with mental illnesses in jails.?



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*Wednesday, February 28, 2024*

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Governor DeWine tours tornado damage in Springfield

Governor DeWine tours Springfield after tornadoes caused damage early Wednesday morning.

Governor DeWine traveled to Springfield for a briefing from local officials on damage caused by the Wednesday morning tornadoes. Following the briefing, Governor DeWine visited nearby areas impacted by the storm.?

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Lt. Governor Husted speaks at the ABC of Ohio Legislative Conference

Lt. Governor Husted spoke at the ABC of Ohio Legislative Conference about the economic boom the state is experiencing and how the state is supporting talent efforts with programs like TechCred, IMAP, and the High School Tech Internship.



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*Thursday, February 29, 2024*

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Governor DeWine and First Lady DeWine reads to children at the Carroll County Library Malvern branch.

Governor DeWine and First Lady DeWine read to children at the Malvern Branch of the Carroll County District Library.

Ohio First Lady Fran DeWine hosted a book reading at the Malvern Branch of the Carroll County District Library to promote Dolly Parton?s Imagination Library of Ohio. First Lady DeWine visited the Malvern Branch to celebrate the fact that every eligible child in the Village of Malvern is receiving books from Dolly Parton?s Imagination Library of Ohio. ?

Governor DeWine joined the First Lady at the book reading.

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Lt Governor Husted speaks at ChooseOhio First showcase.

Lt. Governor Husted gave remarks and met with students at the annual Choose Ohio First Scholar Showcase, which highlights Choose Ohio First [ [link removed] ] scholars and their projects.

Created by Husted in 2007 as Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives, the program is designed to significantly strengthen Ohio?s competitiveness within STEM disciplines and STEM education. Choose Ohio First funds higher education and business collaborations that will have the most impact on Ohio?s position in world markets, such as aerospace, medicine, and information technology.?



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