Delivering results for Ohio communities

Dear friends and neighbors, Safe infrastructure connects neighborhoods, jobs, and recreation to help Ohio’s economy and communities grow. I’ve listened to the needs of Ohio communities and responded by securing historic infrastructure investments for our state to boost the economy, improve efficiency, and keep Ohioans safe. Listening to Ohioans and delivering results that were decades in the making For more than 40 years, Ohioans have faced blocked roads, traffic congestion, and delays waiting for trains to cross at Fairfield’s Symmes Road and North Gilmore Road railroad intersection. Not only have they told me that it’s inconvenient for daily life, but the blockage prevents firefighters from efficient access to that service area and poses a risk for new drivers from the nearby high school. That’s why I secured funding for the Symmes Road Grade Separation project, which would eliminate two railroad crossings on Symmes Road and North Gilmore Road by creating an overpass. A rail corridor with nearly 50 trains per day runs through those crossings, and Symmes Road carries more than 12,000 vehicles daily. Separating road and rail traffic would keep people and products moving safely and efficiently. Hear directly from Ohioans about what this investment means for the community: “It was really great when Senator Husted was willing to hear out the problem and help us out by writing a letter and supporting us. So, we’re really thrilled that he was able to help us get this across the goal line, because it’s going to make a huge difference for our city, for our community,” said Gwen Brill, City of Fairfield. “If you talk about from when it first started 40 years ago to today, you know, we’re finally going to see that project get across the finish line,” said Scott Timmer, City Manager, City of Fairfield. “In the 70’s, we kind of discussed how the traffic was getting blocked and we’d do something about it, but nothing happened,” said Don Hassler, Board Chair, Butler County Transportation Improvement District. HEAR MORE FROM FAIRFIELD RESIDENTS BY CLICKING HERE OR BELOW: When Fort Washington Way in Cincinnati was constructed in the 90s, the plan always was to cap the highway and create park space, roads, and walkways to connect downtown, where Ohio workers and families live, to the riverfront where the Reds and the Bengals play—but it didn’t happen, until now. After working closely with Cincinnati leaders, 26 years later, we were able to secure a grant for the first time to begin the process of capping Fort Washington Way—which will help local businesses and the economy grow and thrive, all while keeping Ohioans’ safety at the forefront. I secured this funding from the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant program to construct an approximately 1.2-acre highway cap and public plaza over Fort Washington Way—delivering on a promise that was made a generation ago to this community. Hear directly from an Ohioan about what this investment means for the community: “[Senator Husted] was so interested in this project, he got it right away, because he gets economic development. He dug into this. He made phone calls, he got engaged with the administration, and really made sure that this project was front and center when it came time for BUILD grants to be awarded,” said Brendon Cull, President and CEO of the Cincinnati Regional Chamber. HEAR MORE BY CLICKING HERE OR BELOW: These projects show what’s possible when federal, state, and local leaders work together.I’ll continue listening to Ohioans and fighting to deliver the infrastructure Ohio communities need to grow and thrive. We’re here to help Customer service is my top priority. My team and I have offices across Ohio to help our nearly 11.9 million neighbors. You can find the office locations here . As your U.S. Senator, my number one goal is to be a resource for you. If you’re having issues with federal agencies, you can fill out a form here for help. You can also call my Columbus office at (614) 369-4925 to speak with a dedicated member of my casework team. Stay in touch You can keep up with the work I’m doing on behalf of Ohioans by following me on X at @SenJonHusted , Facebook at www.facebook.com/SenJonHusted , YouTube at @SenJonHusted , and Instagram at @SenJonHusted . In your service, Jon Husted In Case You Missed it in the News: The Hill: Sen. Jon Husted answers Schumer’s ‘toothless’ charge on data center bill Fox News: Dems kill Republican’s chances of lowering Americans’ electricity bills in key election flashpoint Toledo Blade: Senate blocks Husted’s bill to address data center costs ABC 6: Treasury Secretary Bessent, Sen. Husted tout new tax credit as way to expand school choice Cleveland Reporter: Husted and Bessent discuss education and adoption tax credits at Columbus roundtable The Blade: $43.55 million in federal funds go to Toledo railroad bridge’s rehab Cleveland 19 News: POTUS plans to build U.S. Navy submarine repair center in Cleveland