➡️ @CNBC has independently confirmed what we have always known about Ohio - we are America's Top State for Business! When you have hardworking people, strong communities, and leaders who are committed to creating opportunity, great things happen. Ohio is outpacing every state in the nation because we have worked together to create a strong economy, pro-business environment, and a workforce that is ready to innovate. @JobsOhio @LtGovJimTressel @OhioDevelopment

Fran and I had another great day visiting several of our state's beautiful communities along the Ohio River! Pomeroy, Gallipolis, and South Point all unveiled major revitalization projects funded by Ohio's $500-million Appalachian Community Grant Program. ➡️bit.ly/4k7Cxwn

Ohio's Appalachian Community Grant Program, which has invested $500 million into Ohio's 32 Appalachian counties, is truly making a difference. Today, I enjoyed seeing how Ashtabula and Sardis used their grants to increase quality of life in the region, attract more visitors, and boost the economy. ➡️ bit.ly/4hXg1VF

Fran and I are saddened to learn of the death of Sgt. Jacob Roesler of the Clay Township Police Department, who was killed in the line of duty today while responding to a call. We are grateful for his dedication to serving his community. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, fellow officers, and everyone at the Clay Township Police Department during this difficult time. I have ordered the flags of the United States and Ohio to be lowered to half-staff until sunset on the day of Sgt. Roesler's funeral.

Today, @DrOzCMS and I announced that $92 million is being awarded from the Rural Health Transportation Program to manage chronic illnesses and expand access to preventive, primary, maternal, and behavioral healthcare in rural areas. These investments will transform healthcare in rural Ohio, and we are grateful to Dr. Oz and the Trump Administration for standing up this important program and partnering with us to ensure that all Ohioans, regardless of where they live, have access to the care they need. bit.ly/4iqKxr2

It was a pleasure to be back in East Palestine today where Fran and I joined local community leaders, @SenJonHusted, @LtGovJimTressel, @PresBillJohnson, and others to announce the next phase of plans for a new regional first responder training center in East Palestine. Once built, this new center will draw people from all over the country to East Palestine, strengthening not only the public safety workforce but also the economy of this resilient community. bit.ly/4ysfdgl

Today, I am proud to join @VP's pledge and partner with the Trump Administration as Ohio continues its nation-leading fight against fraud. My administration will continue working with our federal and state partners to ensure Ohioans' hard-earned tax dollars and benefits are used to help those who need them, not those who try to defraud the system.

This morning, Fran and I attended the unveiling of the new Ohio Women's Monument, located on the South Plaza of the Ohio Statehouse. We are pleased to have the opportunity to recognize the accomplishments of Ohio's women — past, present, and future.

Here's a summary of this week's top news: bit.ly/4hPlug6

Fran and I had a great time with @LtGovJimTressel in Cedarville yesterday for his 90th @TeamTresselFC fitness assembly! These students really brought the energy – and they learned about the importance of setting and achieving their goals. We want all Ohio students to create healthy habits they can take with them for the rest of their lives so they can reach their full potential! Learn more about the Team Tressell Fitness Challenge: bit.ly/4zrSceF

Last week, the Appalachian Children's Health Initiative opened its 29th community health clinic in Ohio's Appalachian region. These clinics are a lasting investment in the health and future of Ohio’s children. Tomorrow’s leaders are receiving care today because of this program, these clinics, and the many, many people who have helped this idea become reality. Details: bit.ly/3UfQPR8

The Ohio Governor's Expedited Pardon Project has now helped more than 300 people get well-deserved pardons. It has been great to hear about the transformational impacts these expedited pardons have had on recipients' lives and how doors are finally opening to allow them to achieve their dreams. Learn more: ohioexpeditedpardon.org/

Today, we celebrated the opening of four new rest areas along I-75 in Butler and Auglaize counties. We want travelers to enjoy these modern rest areas, learn something about Ohio’s history, beautiful natural resources, and forward-thinking Ohioans, while they think about exploring attractions right down the road. bit.ly/4y8Cxjp

Today and every day, we celebrate and honor the dedicated educators across Ohio who empower our young Ohioans to reach their God‑given potential.

Over the weekend, I had the pleasure of joining thousands of Ohioans to celebrate the milestone accomplishment of the 25th Columbus Buddy Walk®. It was a joy to see everyone participating in the walk and to speak with so many young Ohioans.

Earlier this week, Fran and I visited Kae Avenue Elementary in Whitehall to celebrate the work the Columbus Crew and other OhioSEE partners have been doing to bring vision services directly to schools and help students learn at their best.

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This afternoon, I joined Bayer and JobsOhio to announce Bayer’s plans to invest $2.2 billion in a new pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Central Ohio! This project is expected to bring around 1,500 construction jobs and 600 new permanent jobs! bit.ly/3VuzFzy

Bayer is a globally respected life sciences company that could have chosen to build this new facility anywhere in the United States — and it chose Ohio. This project firmly solidifies Ohio’s place among global biomanufacturing leaders as a destination for life sciences investment! bit.ly/3VuzFzy

Since Dolly Parton’s death, sales of Ohio’s Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library specialty license plate have more than doubled. The surge in license plate sales shows how strongly Ohioans value early literacy and how much they appreciate Dolly and all she has done to put books in the hands of children. bit.ly/46X91lw

Exciting news from @GE_Aerospace!