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*WEEK IN REVIEW*
Friday, January 17, 2025

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Week in Review

"For the week ending January 17, 2025

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*Monday, January 13, 2025*

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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced [ [link removed] ] the creation of a working group to examine how missing persons cases are investigated and offer recommendations for improvement. Members of the new Missing Persons Working Group will review and study Ohio’s resources and response to adult and juvenile missing persons cases including database usage, law enforcement staffing and training, and investigation of best practices.

“Every life is valuable, which is why it is important to take these cases seriously,” said Governor DeWine. “I’ve asked this group to examine different components of missing persons investigations to determine if the process can be improved. The ultimate goal here is to bring more missing people home safely.”

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Governor DeWine announced [ [link removed] ] that 28 Ohio colleges and universities will receive a total of $7.5 million in funding for security projects that enhance the safety of students and staff.

“Ohio remains committed to ensuring our colleges and universities have the resources they need to make their campuses as safe as possible,” said Governor DeWine. “These grants will allow us to continue this important work so students can focus on thriving in their studies, chasing their career goals, and reaching their full potential.”



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*Tuesday, January 14, 2025*

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WBNS interview [ [link removed] ]

Ohio First Lady Fran DeWine joined WBNS morning show in Columbus to discuss how Ohioans can buy a Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Ohio themed license plate that will benefit the library's local partners. 

Full interview: [link removed]



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New playgrounds, splashpads, pickleball courts and more are coming to local parks around the state thanks to funding from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) NatureWorks grant program. The department approved [ [link removed] ] more than $3.4 million for projects that improve outdoor recreational opportunities for Ohioans across the state.  

“These projects are crucial in building stronger connections to the outdoors,” said Governor DeWine.  “We are proud and excited to partner with communities all around the state to bring exceptional opportunities for recreation to every Ohioan.”

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*Wednesday, January 15, 2025*

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Second Lady Tina Husted helped announce the launch of a $7.3 million comprehensive traditional housing and training center to support youth as they age out of the foster care system. The center is funded through the Ohio Appalachian Community Grant Program.



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*Governor's Appointments for January 15, 2025* [ [link removed] ]


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*Thursday, January 16, 2025*

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Anduril

Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and JobsOhio [ [link removed] ] announced [ [link removed] ] that Anduril Industries [ [link removed] ], a leader in defense technology, will establish an advanced manufacturing facility in Pickaway County, bringing more than 4,000 new production and service jobs to Ohio by 2035.

The five-million-square-foot facility, named Arsenal-1, represents the largest single job creation and new payroll project in Ohio’s history and is projected to add nearly $1 billion to Ohio’s gross domestic product.

Based in Costa Mesa, Calif., Anduril aims to “Rebuild the Arsenal [ [link removed] ]” of U.S. military weapons and platforms by “hyperscaling” manufacturing with advanced software and production technologies. The Ohio facility will strengthen the state’s position as a nationwide leader in the development of better, faster, and more affordable critical national defense products to help the United States deter, defend, and lead in the world’s Great Power Competition [ [link removed] ].

“Ohio’s history of advancing aviation, aerospace, and national defense runs deep, but what sets this state apart is our readiness to embrace the future,” said Governor DeWine. “At this critical moment in time, our country needs rapid technological innovation, which Anduril will deliver using Ohio’s skilled, hardworking labor force. The future of American air power will be 'Made in Ohio'”

"Today is a proud day for Ohio as we welcome Anduril and celebrate the creation of thousands of new jobs in cutting-edge defense manufacturing,” said Lt. Governor Husted. “This investment reinforces Ohio's position as a leader in advanced technology and national security. When it comes to 'Made in America,' you can’t do it without 'Made in Ohio.”

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In honor of the inauguration of the 47th President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump, Governor DeWine ordered [ [link removed] ] that the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be raised to full-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout the state of Ohio on January 20, 2025. The flags shall be lowered back to half-staff in honor of former President James Earl Carter, Jr., on January 21, 2025, and shall remain lowered until sunset on January 28, 2025.

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*Friday, January 17, 2025*

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Governor DeWine announced [ [link removed] ] that he has appointed Lt. Governor Husted to serve as Ohio's next United States senator. 

Husted will replace JD Vance, who resigned from the Senate last week and will take office as the 50th vice president of the United States on Monday. 

"There were many people who I considered very qualified to serve in the U.S. Senate to represent the State of Ohio, but I came to the conclusion that the best person to serve is a person who has been close to me for the last six years - a person who I work with almost daily -  and that is Lt. Governor Jon Husted," said Governor DeWine. "I have worked with him, I know he is knowledgeable, I know his heart, I know what he cares about, and I know his skills. All of that tells me he is the right person for the job." 

"I know Ohio well, and I will fight for Ohio as a U.S. senator," said Lt. Governor Husted. "I look forward to working with President Trump, Vice President Vance, and the Republican majority who have an America First agenda to fight inflation, stop illegal immigration, and advance conservative values."



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Ohio State Buckeyes [ [link removed] ]

Ahead of the College Football Playoff National Championship Game between The Ohio State University Buckeyes and the University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish, Governor DeWine has placed [ [link removed] ] a friendly candy wager with Indiana Governor Mike Braun.

"As two powerhouse collegiate football teams battle it out on the gridiron in the College Football Playoff National Championship, I am confident that The Ohio State Buckeyes will defeat Notre Dame and claim the national title,” said Governor DeWine. “I am excited to engage in this friendly wager with Governor Braun, showcasing some of the best homemade buckeyes."

"I’m excited to join Governor Mike DeWine of Ohio in this friendly wager," said Governor Braun. "The Notre Dame Fighting Irish have had an incredible run in this year's College Football Playoffs, and I have no doubt they’re ready to take on the Ohio State Buckeyes and claim the National Championship."



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