Lang Champions Historic Investment For Butler County

June 9, 2026

COLUMBUS —Senator George Lang (R-West Chester) champions the investment of $3.7 Billion to support local projects across Ohio, including 16 projects across Butler County. These dollars were included in Senate Bill 450, the Capital Budget Bill, which was passed by the Senate last Wednesday.

"Part of keeping Ohio's place as the best state in the nation to raise a family is investing into our local communities," said Senator Lang. "Each and every one of these projects will have an impact far beyond just those directly affected. We are also investing into our communities, our homes. We are making Ohio a better place for all of our families."

The following projects received investment in the Capital Budget:

Advanced Manufacturing Hub Technology Project, $1,000,000
Middletown Community Foundation Park, $800,000
Butler Tech Aviation Hangar Expansion, $500,000
Voice of America Athletic Field Improvements, $325,000
Butler County Fairgrounds Swine/Sheep Barn, $300,000
Hamilton BMX Facility Upgrades, $300,000
OA Bethany Station & Visitor Safety Upgrades, $300,000
Butler County Fairgrounds Grandstand Seating, $250,000
Great Miami River Trail Connector, $250,000
Keehner Park Infrastructure Improvements, $250,000
Synthetic Play Field Oxford Community Park, $250,000
Best Point Historic Harbor Addiction Project, $200,000
Miami Park Improvements, $175,000
Boys & Girls Club of West Chester/Liberty, $150,000
Fairfield Town Center Parking Structure, $150,000
Restore Oxford Community Arts Center, $100,000

The legislature generally passes a Capital Budget every two years, funding improvements to public services and facilities across the state, including schools, infrastructure, and mental health and addiction facilities. Senate Bill 450 includes:

$645 Million for the Public Works Commission
$611 Million for the School Facilities Commission
$425 Million for Higher Education Institutions
$385 Million for the Department of Behavioral Health
$265 Million for the Department of Natural Resources

The Capital Budget now goes to the Ohio House for further consideration.

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