State Rep. Tim Barhorst | The Ohio House of Representatives
State Rep. Tim Barhorst | The Ohio House of Representatives
COLUMBUS—The Ohio House of Representatives has passed Substitute House Bill 2, the state’s two-year construction budget for capital projects. The Capital Budget will allocate significant investments to local community projects, according to State Rep. Tim Barhorst (R-Fort Loramie).
Barhorst highlighted the following capital investments in Champaign County:
- Champaign Aviation Museum: $320,000
- Johnny Appleseed Museum & Education Center: $73,000
“Champaign County continues to make significant efforts towards the preservation of the area’s unique history,” said Barhorst. “I am proud to champion funding to support these educational and historical sites.”
In addition to local investments, the legislation includes statewide capital investments such as:
- $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 the state
Substitute House Bill 2 now awaits a signature from the Governor.
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