Husted meets with manufacturers, health care providers and American hero in northeast, southeast, southwest Ohio

July 3, 2025
“It’s always valuable to hear directly from the people who are keeping Ohio strong—whether it’s manufacturers driving our state’s economy, caregivers supporting the health of our communities or American heroes like General Richardson.”
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) spent this week meeting with steel industry leaders, nonprofit caregivers and an American hero during stops in northeast, southeast and southwest Ohio.

“This week I met with Ohioans from various corners of our state.It’s always valuable to hear directly from the people who are keeping Ohio strong—whether it’s manufacturers driving our state’s economy, caregivers supporting the health of our communities or true American heroes like General Richardson,”said Husted.

These visits follow Husted’s vote Tuesday to delivertax relieffor working families. The budget bill he supported will increase Ohioans’ take-home pay by an estimated $6,900-$11,700 per household, expand access to good-paying jobs and make communities safer by enforcing immigration laws and maintaining a secure border.

Husted delivered remarks at theribbon cuttingfor Cleveland-Cliffs’ new $150 million Stainless Bright Anneal Line at Coshocton Works. This new line will produce high-quality stainless steel used in advanced automotive and essential home appliance applications. The equipment for this project is nearly 100% manufactured in the U. S. using Ohio-based suppliers.

“The rebirth of American steel is happening right here in Ohio. This investment will bring more than 330 jobs to Coshocton and fuel an entire ecosystem of opportunities across our state. You can’t do Made-in-America without Made-in-Ohio, and it’s exciting to see the pieces of this project powered by Ohio companies,”Husted remarked.

Husted also joinedMuskingum Valley Health Centerfor a tour and roundtable with the center and the Ohio Association of Community Health Centers staff in Cambridge, Ohio. Muskingum Valley Health Center is a nonprofit that provides primary care to uninsured and underinsured Ohioans. These centers address health concerns early, helping patients avoid more serious and costly emergency room visits.

This visit follows Husted’s success in securing$1.3 billionin funding for Ohio’s rural health providers as part of the reconciliation bill that the Senate passed this week. The state will use this fund to make awards to federally qualified health centers like Muskingum Valley and to rural hospitals.

“Ohio’s strength starts with healthy communities. It was great to sit down with these health professionals to hear how they’re helping patients stay healthy before health challenges become emergencies. I’m grateful for all they do to keep Ohioans thriving,”Husted explained.

Husted attended theretirement ceremonyfor Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) General Duke Z. Richardson at the National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton, Ohio. The ceremony honored General Richardson’s 42 years of uniformed service. Husted also met with General David W. Allvin and AFMC Deputy Commander Lt. General Linda S. Hurry to discuss the importance of AFMC as a 4-Star command billet.

“Honoring General Richardson’s decades of service reminds us of the patriotism and dedication of those who wear the uniform—and the gratitude we all owe to those who sacrifice for our freedom,”said Husted.