Rep. Jarrells says transportation budget moves state in right direction

COLUMBUS –Rep. Dontavius Jarrells (D-Columbus) issued a statement following the final passage of House Bill (HB) 74, the state’s two-year transportation budget. Democrats fought against the governor’s proposed cuts to public transit funding in the bill, securing more than $221 million over the next two years, more than doubling the governor’s proposed investment. 

“Securing additional public transit funding means that more Ohioans can have better opportunities to work, go to school, and earn a living. This is a step towards improving the lives of Ohioans who have been underserved,” said Rep. Jarrells. 

Other key Democratic wins in the transportation budget include:

Ensuring fairness and transparency of taxpayer dollars by requiring more highway construction and maintenance projects are subject to competitive bidding;
Removing the governor’s proposed hikes in vehicle registration and other fees to save Ohioans money;
Securing funds for public transit vouchers for victims of domestic violence who need help getting to court, medical appointments and school.
 

The transportation budget now moves to the governor to be signed into law.