Ray Votes in Favor of State Operating Budget

COLUMBUS—The Ohio House of Representatives today passed House Bill 33, the State Operating Budget for fiscal years 2024-25, announced Assistant Majority Whip, State Rep. Sharon Ray (R-Wadsworth).

The House-led budget commits substantial resources to economic and workforce development, family enrichment, and education for Ohioans of all ages. House Bill 33 is a fiscally responsible balanced budget that supports everyday Ohioans and lays the foundation for the future by investing in the state and maximizing state resources.

House Bill 33 paves the way for finding permanent adoptive homes for children in foster care. This budget dedicates $12 million in funding each year to help find loving and stable homes for children.

“Supporting Ohio families and adoption are two topics that are near and dear to my heart,” said Ray. “I am proud to have worked on and voted in favor of a budget that invests in the everyday Ohioan and provides them the resources and support they need to thrive.”

Additional provisions highlighted by Ray are as follows:

-          $1.43 million in fiscal year 2024 for the Medina County Career Center to build a new fire training facility 

-          $8 million for grants administered by the Ohio Network of Children's Advocacy Centers

-          $200,000 in project and program support for the Girl Scouts of Northeast Ohio

The state operating budget is a two-year budget that funds the operation of state agencies and programs. 

The budget awaits consideration from the Ohio Senate.