Columbus, Ohio – Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today issued the following statement in response to the Ohio Senate’s passage of the 2008-09 Operating Budget:
“Today’s historic vote marks another significant step forward for all Ohioans. Senate President Harris, Leader Fedor, Senator John Carey and Senator Dale Miller and all senators deserve tremendous credit for promoting a bipartisan budget focused on the issues that matter most.
Today’s passage brings us one step closer to meaningful change in the lives of average Ohioans, including: A two-year tuition freeze at state colleges and universities, a significant tax cut for every homeowner over the age of 65 while increasing state support for local schools, and 20,000 more Ohio children who will have access to affordable health coverage.
These are accomplishments that we can all be proud of.”