State Rep. Brian Stewart | The Ohio House of Representatives
State Rep. Brian Stewart | The Ohio House of Representatives
The Ohio House of Representatives passed Substitute House Bill 2 today, marking the approval of the state’s two-year construction budget for capital projects. The bill, announced by State Rep. Brian Stewart (R-Ashville), will fund various local community projects in Pickaway County and the surrounding region.
Stewart highlighted several key investments secured for Pickaway County:
- $1.5 million to widen US-23 in the South Bloomfield Corridor, aimed at increasing safety and traffic flow for motorists.
- $750,000 to enhance Barthelmas Park in Circleville, encouraging outdoor community recreation.
- $500,000 to support science programs at Ohio Christian University.
- $200,000 to replace windows at Pickaway County’s historic Memorial Hall in Circleville.
“I am very pleased to have been able to successfully fight for Pickaway County’s local projects at the Statehouse,” said Stewart. “These projects will make positive changes in our community for years to come.”
The legislation also includes significant statewide capital investments:
- $600 million for the School Building Program Assistance Fund.
- $400 million for the Public Works Commission Local Public Infrastructure and State Capital Improvement Program.
- $397.6 million for higher education projects across Ohio.
Substitute House Bill 2 now awaits a signature from the Governor.
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