State Senator Bill Reineke (OH)
Recent News About State Senator Bill Reineke (OH)
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Senator Reineke addresses concerns over WIN Waste landfill permit
State Senator Bill Reineke (R-Tiffin) has issued a statement regarding the recent announcement about the WIN Waste permit.
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Reineke announces over $32 million investment in district projects
State Senator Bill Reineke (R-Tiffin) announced the investment of $32,770,478 to support various projects aimed at benefiting local communities and residents. These funds were included in House Bill 2, the Capital Budget bill, which passed out of the Senate today.
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Senator Reineke announces funding for fairground improvements in seven counties
State Senator Bill Reineke (R-Tiffin) announced that all seven counties in the 26th District will receive funding for improvements to their fairgrounds.
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23.8 Million allocated for local jail construction in Ohio's 26th District
State Senator Bill Reineke (R-Tiffin) announced that $23.8 million is allocated to the 26th District for the construction and renovation of local jails.
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Ohio Senate Adopts Reineke's Rail Safety Resolution
The Ohio Senate has taken a significant step in addressing rail safety concerns by adopting Senate Resolution 196, sponsored by State Senator Bill Reineke. The resolution calls on the United States Congress to amend the Railway Safety Act of 2023 to ensure that rail carriers secure rail cars carrying solid waste to prevent littering and assess the advantages of securing such cars.Senator Reineke highlighted the importance of the resolution, emphasizing the potential risks associated with unsecured solid waste from trains. He stated, "We do not necessarily know what is...
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Reineke Hosts Ohio/Pennsylvania Energy Meeting
State Senator Bill Reineke (R-Tiffin), Chair of the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee, recently hosted a joint meeting with members of the Ohio House Energy and Natural Resources and Public Utilities Committee and the Pennsylvania Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee. The purpose of the meeting was to address energy policy implications and community concerns regarding PJM, with a specific focus on the need for reliable, sustainable, and affordable energy.During the meeting, Senator Reineke emphasized the importance of reliable resources to power...
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Reineke Scenic Rivers Bill Passes Ohio Senate
The Ohio Senate has recently passed Senate Bill 156, a piece of legislation aimed at protecting property owners and waterways across the state. Sponsored by State Senator Bill Reineke, the bill seeks to strike a balance between private property rights and the preservation of natural resources.Senator Reineke revealed that the inspiration for the legislation came from a constituent in Seneca County who had concerns regarding the Sandusky River Watershed Coalition. This constituent approached the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to address the issue of maintaining the...
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Reineke Announces Funding for Local Colleges and Career Centers
State Senator Bill Reineke (R-Tiffin) has announced that several community colleges and career technical centers in the 26th Senate District have been awarded Super RAPIDS grant funding. The grant, totaling $40 million, was given to 81 higher education institutions across Ohio to upgrade lab and classroom spaces with modern equipment. This initiative aims to support workforce needs and provide students with the necessary skills for growing fields."I was proud to support funding for the Super RAPIDS initiative in the state budget this year," stated Senator Reineke. "The...
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Reineke Votes to Confirm the First Department of Education and Workforce Director
State Senator Bill Reineke (R-Tiffin) has voted to confirm Stephen D. Dackin as the first director of the newly established Department of Education and Workforce in Ohio. This confirmation comes after the operating budget passed in June, which transformed the Department of Education into the Department of Education and Workforce in order to implement necessary reforms. The reforms aim to provide more career-tech opportunities and improve the education system in the state.Senator Reineke, who sponsored the legislation that brought about these reforms, expressed his...
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Ohio EPA Increases Oversight of Sunny Farms Landfill
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that it will be increasing its oversight of the Sunny Farms Landfill in Fostoria. This decision comes after concerns raised by constituents in Seneca County regarding the landfill's operations and their potential impact on the community.State Senator Bill Reineke, representing Tiffin, acknowledges the concerns expressed by the constituents and emphasizes the importance of transparency and the well-being of the citizens. Senator Reineke states, "Constituents in Seneca County have come to me with consistent...
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Senate Passes Reineke Bill to Honor President Rutherford B. Hayes
The Ohio Senate has passed Senate Bill 62, sponsored by State Senator Bill Reineke, to designate October 4 as Rutherford B. Hayes Day in Ohio. This bill aims to honor President Hayes, who is credited with starting career technical education.In a statement, Senator Reineke expressed his admiration for President Hayes, describing him as "a great Ohioan and a great American." He highlighted Hayes' legacy of leadership, which moved the nation forward in both good and troubled times. Senator Reineke also expressed his pride in having the Rutherford B. Hayes Library and...
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Reineke Announces More than $15.7 Million to Local Career Technical Schools
State Senator Bill Reineke (R-Tiffin) has announced that over $15.7 million has been awarded to two career technical schools in the 26th Senate District. The Career Technical Construction Program will provide nearly $200 million to 35 career tech planning districts across Ohio to construct or expand facilities on their campuses."Our local career technical centers are doing exceptional work for our next generation," Reineke stated. "I'm happy these funds will give them the critical tools they need and, coupled with changes in Ohio's education system, help students find...