Enjoyed touring the Center of Science and Industry and joining a workforce development roundtable with leaders from the Ohio Manufacturers’ Association, Honda, Anduril, and other Ohio employers.
It was a great opportunity to learn more about the work being done to inspire the next generation and strengthen Ohio’s workforce. Thank you to COSI for hosting a productive discussion and providing the tour.
It was great to join members of the Clark County Farm Bureau at their Policy Development Resource Meeting last night. We talked about the House's work to pass year-round E15 and advance a new Farm Bill, and the importance of getting both across the finish line to provide certainty for farmers, fuel producers, and consumers.
Ohio agriculture helps drive our economy, and hearing directly from those who grow our food and fuel is critical as Congress works through these issues. Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their perspective.
It was great to spend time at Nationwide Children’s Hospital today learning more about the work they’re doing to deliver world-class care for children while pushing the boundaries of pediatric research and treatment. Their team is tackling everything from behavioral health to genomics, helping shape the future of medicine right here in Central Ohio.
Grateful for the chance to meet with their team and hear more about the work impacting families across our state and the world every day.
Great visiting Cardinal Health’s Nuclear Pharmacy facility and learning more about the important role nuclear medicine plays in patient care. Cardinal Health has been a major employer and leader in the health care space for decades, and it was good to hear more about how their work supports hospitals, providers, and patients across Ohio and the country.
Thanks to the team for the tour and discussion on the future of nuclear medicine and the work being done right here in our region.
It was great to join Governor DeWine and Administrator Oz at Hopewell Elementary School in Dublin today to watch the OhioSEE program in action. For too many young students, vision problems can stand in the way of learning, and this program is helping make sure kids in grades K-3 get the eye exams and glasses they need to succeed in the classroom.
OhioSEE's mobile vision clinics are bringing care directly to schools and helping families who may otherwise go without these important services. Seeing the students receive their new glasses today was a great reminder of the difference programs like this one can make.
It was an honor to join so many fellow veterans at today’s Grove City Memorial Day celebration. Spending time with the men and women who served our country brings the true meaning of Memorial Day to the forefront.
Today, we remember the brave Americans who gave their lives in service to our nation and the freedoms we enjoy every day. Join me in honoring our fallen veterans and reflecting on the sacrifices made on behalf of our country this Memorial Day.
It was a pleasure to have the guys from Stanley Black & Decker in town to hear about the real world benefits that the Working Families Tax Cuts has had for our great Ohio manufacturers.
Thank you to the Franklin County Board of Commissioners for their letter recognizing my funding requests for two important projects in this year's appropriations process.
The Timberlake Water Distribution System Replacement Project will help provide safe and reliable drinking water for the people of Pleasant Township, while the Front and Mount Streets Redevelopment Project will help revitalize a key gateway and support continued investment in downtown Columbus and the surrounding areas.
I appreciate the opportunity to work alongside local leaders to help move these priorities forward and deliver federal support for projects that will have a lasting impact across Central Ohio. It's always encouraging to see bipartisan effort behind submitting projects like these that benefit the region for years to come.
Had a great meeting with local Jewish community leaders from all across Ohio for the Jewish Federations of North America fly-in this week. It was an important conversation about stopping antisemitism, keeping places of worship safe, and ensuring Jewish populations feel welcome in every community.
May is Motorcycle Awareness Month in Ohio! It was great to meet with ABATE of Ohio to learn more about their policy priorities as well as discuss federal issues impacting motorcyclists back home.
I was pleased to speak on the House floor today in support of H.R. 7432, the Fostering the Future Act, which modernizes the John H. Chafee Foster Care Program, and includes my legislation, H.R. 7995, the CONNECT Act.
Meghan and I had a great time attending the North Market Downtown Apron Gala this weekend, celebrating 150 years of one of Columbus’s most well-known gathering spots. It was a fun evening spent with so many people who care deeply about the future of downtown Columbus and the local businesses that make it special. Great food, great company, and a great night celebrating everything the North Market has meant to Columbus over the years.
Great meeting with members of YPO Columbus, always appreciate the opportunity to discuss business development in Central Ohio with leaders of the community.
It was great meeting with Dr. Kimryn Rathmell, CEO of The Ohio State University Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital, during her visit to Washington. We had a productive conversation about the importance of continued cancer research, expanding treatment options, and supporting patient care efforts here in Ohio. Grateful for the work being done at Ohio State to advance lifesaving research and improve outcomes for patients and families across our state.
I was pleased to speak at the Dayton Community Leader fly-in event here in Washington this week. We discussed everything from the importance of local development and national defense to current issues before Congress and recent projects we’ve helped fund through the appropriations process. Always a pleasure to spend time with folks working every day to move the Miami Valley forward.
Had a fantastic evening at the 44th Annual March of Dimes Gourmet Gala. Meghan, my senior staff, and I were proud to support an organization that works every day to improve care and health outcomes for mothers and children across the country.
It was wonderful to join so many people committed to making a difference, all while celebrating great food and an even greater cause.
I was happy to join Mike Eliot this morning on 610 WVTN to talk about some of the great projects we’ve been able to secure funding for through our Community Project Funding in FY26, as well as the great projects I recently applied for in FY27 appropriations.
In honor of #NationalPoliceWeek we recognize the courage and bravery of our police officers in Ohio and across America who put on the uniform everyday to keep our families and communities safe.
Join me in thanking our them for their service and commitment to serve and protect.
It was a pleasure to speak at the 2026 Future of Manufacturing Summit at the Ohio Statehouse today. It was a great opportunity to talk about the work Congress is doing to support the manufacturing sector, including the benefits of the Working Families Tax Cut and efforts to strengthen domestic production, cut burdensome regulations, and make sure American companies can continue to grow and compete.
Ohio continues to play an important role in the future of manufacturing, and it was honor to join the Ohio Chamber of Commerce, industry leaders, and innovators for the conversation.
We had a great conversation with the Jeffersonville Village Council about incoming federal funding to expand local infrastructure and wastewater treatment capacity. With significant growth headed to Fayette County in the months and years ahead, it was important to talk through what the future looks like for Jeffersonville and the role the village will play moving forward. I am looking forward to continuing the conversation as we prepare for future growth.