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Balderson Bill Extends Paid Family Leave to More Federal Employees

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WASHINGTON – Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) today introduced legislation that would extend paid family leave changes made in the most recent National Defense Reauthorization Act (NDAA) to uncovered Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and Veterans Health Administration (VHA) employees. “As a devoted father, I know that having the…

Balderson Urges Funding for Columbus Crossroads via Letter to Transportation Secretary

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WASHINGTON – Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, expressing support for Ohio Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) grant application for Phase 4 of the Columbus Crossroads project. The letter was also signed by Columbus-area Representatives Joyce Beatty (D-OH) and Steve Stivers (R-OH). The Columbus Crossroads…

Congressman Balderson Invites Area Students to Participate in 2020 Congressional Art Competition

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WORTHINGTON—Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12) today announced that his office is now accepting submissions for the 2020 Congressional Art Competition, an annual nationwide visual art competition designed to encourage and showcase artistic talent among local high school students. "I'm pleased to once again host this competition which highlights the incredible artistic talents of…

Worthington and New Albany-Area Students Create Game App Aimed at Helping Children Living with Autism, Win 2019 Congressional App Challenge

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WORTHINGTON, OH — Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12) today announced the winners of the 2019 Congressional App Challenge. The team of Worthington and New Albany-area students, consisting of Kristina Ma, Stephen Ma, and Arya Narayan, developed a game app called SociEmoti aimed at helping children living with Autism better…

Balderson: Impeachment Process Must Be Driven by Facts

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WASHINGTON – Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) released the following statement regarding impeachment: “A reputable impeachment process must be driven solely by facts – nothing else. In contrast, this process has operated based only on hearsay, assumptions, and political malice. After paying close attention to the hearings and reviewing the Articles of Impeachment, I have seen no…

Balderson, Ohio Law Enforcement Announce First Region in Country to Adopt Life-Saving Kits for First Responders

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DELAWARE, OH – Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH-12) today announced that Ohio Emergency Management Services are equipping first responders with life-saving tools to assist during mass emergencies. Congressman Troy Balderson, Delaware County Sheriff Russell Martin, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau Chief Jim…

Securing Ohio’s Roadways for Riders: Balderson-Led Bill Reauthorizes Advisory Council for 6 Years

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WASHINGTON – Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH), along with three bipartisan colleagues, today introduced the Motorcycle Advisory Council Reauthorization Act, which extends the Motorcycle Advisory Council (MAC) at the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for 6 years and outlines clear guidelines of operation. “As a rider, I know how important communication is between those who ride…

With Highway Construction Funding in Jeopardy, Balderson Urges Action Now

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WASHINGTON – With 10 scheduled legislative days remaining in the first session of the 116th Congress, Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) joined a bipartisan delegation of more than 100 representatives in sending House leadership a letter requesting they address the upcoming rescission of $7.6 billion from the highway funding bill passed earlier this year. “Ohio risks losing nearly $337…

Balderson-Led Legislation Supports Use of Local Aggregates in Construction

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WASHINGTON – Congressman Troy Balderson (R-OH) is leading bipartisan legislation introduced today in the U.S. House of Representatives that would promote the use of local aggregate resources such as stone, sand, and gravel in construction projects, reducing costs and bolstering local producers. “Supporting Central Ohio businesses and producers supports our greater community by reducing…

Balderson Announces $8 Million Federal Investment in Electrical Infrastructure Upgrades for Rural Counties

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WASHINGTON – Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12) today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved an $8 million investment for upgrades to electrical infrastructure in rural North Central Ohio, including Morrow and Marion counties.  Administered by the USDA's Rural Development program, funding will be used to support the Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative's…

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