Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine emphasizes kids’ safety, education policy in final state of the state address

By: Nick Evans

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: March 10, 2026

Words: 1,478

Last Updated: 4 months, 4 weeks ago

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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine focused on improving the lives of children during his final state of the state address Tuesday, a theme that has been continually central in his annual speeches to the General Assembly.

He touted the state’s success implementing the phonics-based science of reading and prohibiting cell phones in classrooms. But he called on lawmakers to do more — expand recess, address chronic absenteeism, and take steps to better protect kids online.

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