I was very pleased to hear Rep. Jim Jordan is running for House speaker. Jim is a man of great character & resolve, and I fully support his run for the speakership. Jim being speaker will be great for Ohio. #SpeakerOfTheHouse

Today is National Manufacturers Day. Manufacturing is at the core of the Ohio economy totaling over 16% of our state’s gross product. I will always champion our manufacturing workers and businesses and continue to fight to make Ohio the most manufacturing-friendly state.

Effective October 1st , some items related to children & childcare are now exempt from sales tax in Ohio. Some of these items include diapers, cribs, booster seats, strollers, and more. For a full list of sales tax-exempt items, please visit this link: tax.ohio.gov/static/sales_a…

Today is National Farmers Day. Ohio is home to over 75,000 farms with nearly 90% being family-owned and operated. I am proud to say that I will continue to fight for our farmers by supporting economic policies that protect & grow Ohio’s agricultural economy. #NationalFarmersDay

Today is National First Responders Day. First responders represent the best in us; those who selflessly serve Ohio’s communities in order to ensure that they are safe, secure, and peaceful. Let us never take our first responders for granted, and take this day to thank them.

90 years ago today the Ohio State Highway Patrol was created. I want to thank all the troopers and past troopers who work to keep our state safe.

November is Hire a Veteran Month. Ohio has many resources to help our veterans transition into civilian careers. You can visit ohiomeansjobs.ohio.gov/.../build.../m… for more information. Thank you to all those who have served.

Zoi and I wish all of you a happy and safe Thanksgiving!

It was an honor to be awarded The Disability Policy Impact Award by The Ohio Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC). SILC is an important organization that helps the disability community in Ohio maintain their independence.

Zoi and I wish everyone celebrating Hanukkah a wonderful Festival of Lights. Hanukkah Sameach!

I was honored to be named the 2023 Elected Official of the Year by the District 5 Area Agency on Aging. I want to thank my wife Zoi, for accepting the award on my behalf at their annual meeting.

Today is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, a time when we reflect on the innumerable sacrifices and acts of service our local law enforcement officers provide for us each and every day.

Today we celebrate Charles Follis Day. Charles Follis, was the 1st professional African American football player in The United States. In 1904 the Shelby Blues offered a contract to Follis . The city of Shelby in is incredibly proud to have helped break football's color barrier.

I want to congratulate Major General Gary McCue for his recent promotion and receiving his second star

I was honored to receive the Thomas H. Burr Advocacy Award from Family Annual Meeting of Hemophiliacs in Ohio (FAMOHIO). FAMOHIO and the Ohio Bleeding Disorders Council does amazing work in our state advocating for people and families with bleeding disorders.

Today is Medal of Honor Day. 331 Ohioans have been awarded the Medal of Honor. I want to recognize all the brave Americans who have earned our nation's highest military award for valor and thank all those who have served our country.

I’d like to wish everyone a holy and blessed Good Friday

He is risen! Zoi and I would like to wish everyone a lovely and joy-filled Easter.

A week from today, there will be a solar eclipse. We are expecting many people to come into the state for the eclipse, and there will be a great deal of traffic. You can learn more about what the state has planned for the event and other information here: ema.ohio.gov/media-publicat…

To all of my Orthodox friends and family - including my lovely Greek wife, Zoi - I wish you a happy Orthodox Easter.