Bill Beagle (R)
Senator
State Senator Bill Beagle represents the 5th Ohio Senate District, which encompasses Miami County and portions of Darke and Montgomery counties. Beagle’s years of experience in both local government and small business have helped make him a leader in his community and an effective advocate for the people he represents.
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Senator Snapshot
| Hometown: Tipp City |
| Party: Republican |
| Elected Experience: State Senator since 2011; Tipp City Councilman 2003-2009 |
| Current Term: Expires December 2014; Eligible to run for another four-year term |
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Senate Building 1 Capitol Square, 1st Floor Columbus, OH 43215 Phone: (614) 466-6247 Contact Me |
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Education Financial Institutions (Vice Chair) Insurance, Commerce and Labor Ways and Means and Economic Development (Vice Chair) |
| Primary Sponsor | SB 62 | SB 106 | SB 120 | SB 134 | SB 251 | SB 281 | SB 321 | SB 327 |
| Primary Sponsor | SR 119 | SR 152 | SR 157 | SR 198 | SR 206 | SR 233 | SR 235 | SR 241 |
| 05.15.2012 | |
| Senate votes to eliminate double-taxation for public libraries | |
| COLUMBUS — Legislation to eliminate the overlapping of public library taxing districts and give public libraries more tools to operate flexibly and efficiently in today’s economic environment received unanimous approval this afternoon from the Ohio Senate. | |
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| 05.07.2012 | |
| Spurring investment in Ohio's struggling communities | |
| Guest Column from State Senator Bill Beagle. | |
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| 04.26.2012 | |
| Hearings begin on plan to add jobs and investments in Ohio's poorest communities | |
 Download High Resolution Image | COLUMBUS - State Senator Bill Beagle, tesified before senate committee today about a bill he is sponsoring to boost the amount of tax credits available for investment in Low-Income Communities (LICs) across the state. Read more . . . |
| 04.18.2012 | |
| Dunbar High sports teams receive Senate honors | |
 Download High Resolution Image | COLUMBUS - The Ohio Senate today recognized a pair of championship teams from Dayton's Paul Laurence Dunbar High School. State Senator Bill Beagle led his Senate colleagues in commending Dunbar's boys' basketball and boys' indoor track squads. Read more . . .  |
| 04.09.2012 | |
| Beagle grants approval of Abbot Labs' Tipp City project in Controlling Board appearance | |
| Columbus -In his first appearance as a substitute member on the state's Controlling Board, State Senator Bill Beagle today voted for the approval of a $1.6 million grant for Abbot Laboratories to develop a new manufacturing facility in Tipp City. Part of the funding will be used to create 241 new full-time jobs at the new location. | |
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| 04.03.2012 | |
| Beagle introduces bill to eliminate double-taxation on Ohioans for library service | |
| COLUMBUS - State Senator Bill Beagle today introduced legislation to eliminate overlapping public library taxing districts and give public libraries more tools to operate efficiently in today's economic environment. | |
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| 03.29.2012 | |
| Investing in Ohio's agriculture assets | |
| Guest Column by State Senator Bill Beagle. | |
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| 03.26.2012 | |
| Abbott Labs to add jobs with increased funding | |
| COLUMBUS— State Senator Bill Beagle today announced Development Financing Advisory Council (DFAC) approved a $1.5 million loan for Abbott Laboratories through the Ohio Department of Development. | |
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| 03.22.2012 | |
| Beagle honors representatives from Dayton public schools | |
 Download High Resolution Image | COLUMBUS - State Senator Bill Beagle today welcomed several representatives from the Dayton School District. Read more . . . |
| 03.21.2012 | |
| Beagle-Widener workforce resolution given Senate support | |
| COLUMBUS— State Senators Bill Beagle and Chris Widener today received unanimous support from their colleagues in their effort to designate March 2012 as “Skilled Workforce Recognition Month.” | |
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| 03.07.2012 | |
| Beagle announces new scholarship opportunity | |
| COLUMBUS - State Senator Bill Beagle recently announced that the Ohio Association of Career Colleges and Schools is now taking applications for its 2011-2012 Legislative Scholarship Program. | |
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| 03.02.2012 | |
| Statement from Senator Beagle on Abbott Announcement | |
| COLUMBUS - State Senator Bill Beagle has released the following statement in regards to the announcement that Abbott plans to build a new, state-of-the-art facility in Tipp City. The project is expected to feature an investment of $270 million and the creation of 240 jobs. | |
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| 02.15.2012 | |
| Beagle's Ag-LINK bill earns Senate passage | |
| Columbus - The Ohio Senate today offered its approval of legislation to modify the Agricultural Linked Deposit Program, which supports Ohio's agricultural community by permitting the Ohio Treasurer of State to invest in eligible lending institutions that then lend money to an eligible agricultural business at a reduced interest rate. | |
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| 02.14.2012 | |
| Beagle and Lehner honor Trotwood-Madison Football Champs | |
 Download High Resolution Image | Columbus - State Senators Bill Beagle and Peggy Lehner today hosted the Trotwood-Madison High School Football Team at the Ohio Statehouse. The Republican lawmakers honored the team with a Senate Resolution before the full legislative chamber. Read more . . . |
| 02.01.2012 | |
| Senator Beagle: LSC Fellowship opens the door to public service | |
| Guest column by State Senator Bill Beagle | |
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| 01.18.2012 | |
| Ohio lawmakers introduce legislation to encourage growth of agriculture businesses | |
 Download High Resolution Image | Columbus - State Senator Bill Beagle recently introduced legislation to modify the Agricultural Linked Deposit Program, which supports Ohio's agricultural community by permitting the Ohio Treasurer of State to invest in eligible lending institutions that then lend money to an eligible agricultural business at a reduced interest rate. Read more . . . |
| 01.09.2012 | |
| Beagle announces added help for NVR | |
| Columbus - The State Controlling Board today approved $70,000 to NVR in the City of Dayton. This latest approval of assistance is expected to play a role in the creation of 75 new, full-time jobs. | |
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| 01.09.2012 | |
| Senator Beagle: Ohio Eyes Consumer Protection in 2012 | |
| Guest column by State Senator Bill Beagle | |
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| 12.12.2011 | |
| Beagle applauds millions for area revitalization | |
| Columbus - The State Controlling Board today committed more than $3.5 million for revitalization projects in Southwest Ohio. This funding received the full support of State Senator Bill Beagle and came at the request of the Ohio Department of Development. Support for both projects will be allocated through the Clean Ohio Revitalization fund. | |
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| 11.28.2011 | |
| Beagle announces millions for regional projects, relief | |
| Columbus - The State Controlling Board today approved the release of more than $2 million worth of investments in the Dayton region. The funding is the result of two requests made on behalf of the Ohio Department of Development and supported by State Senator Bill Beagle. | |
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| 11.14.2011 | |
| Beagle touts $10 million for workforce expansion | |
| Columbus - The State Controlling Board today announced that a total of $10 million will be released over the next two years to help bolster ongoing job creation and commercialization efforts at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB) and Springfield Air National Guard Base (SANG). In addition, the Wright State Applied Research Corporation has agreed to provide roughly $900,000 in matching funds for both fiscal year 2012 and 2013. | |
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| 10.28.2011 | |
| Beagle welcomes Troy Christian Students to Ohio Statehouse | |
 Download High Resolution Image | Columbus – State Senator Bill Beagle earlier today hosted students from the Troy Christian School at the Ohio Statehouse. Beagle addressed the group in the Statehouse Rotunda and explained various aspects of the Ohio Legislature. Read more . . . |
| 10.24.2011 | |
| Controlling Board approves funding for environmental project | |
| Columbus - The Ohio Controlling Board today announced that $295,975 has been made available to conduct a Phase II Environmental Assessment on the former American Carco property located in Montgomery County. As part of the assessment, more than 50 borings will be installed along with three groundwater monitoring wells. | |
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| 09.16.2011 | |
| Ohio gears up for 'Wear Your Bike Helmet to Work/School Day' | |
| Columbus - On Wednesday, September 21, Ohio will take part in its first official "Wear Your Bike Helmet to Work or School Day." The observance comes as the Ohio Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (Ohio AAP) and similar advocacy groups continue to advance public awareness regarding head and brain injuries. | |
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| 09.12.2011 | |
| State Controlling Board commits dollars to local industry | |
| Columbus - Today, State Senator Bill Beagle applauded the Ohio Controlling Board's release of over $1.4 million dollars to two Montgomery County entities. Behr Dayton Thermal Products LLC is set to receive $186,000 to assist in their massive upgrade and expansion campaign, while the Edison Materials Technology Center (EMTEC) will draw on a $1.25 million award in order to continue its networking efforts with Ohio's manufacturing community. | |
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| 09.08.2011 | |
| Senator Beagle: District schools earn high marks | |
| Guest column by State Senator Bill Beagle | |
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| 08.10.2011 | |
| Senator Beagle: Ohio's credit rating boost bucks the national trend | |
| Guest column by State Senator Bill Beagle | |
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| 08.08.2011 | |
| Beagle touts workforce development funding | |
| Columbus - State Senator Bill Beagle today touted the release of nearly $2.5 million in loans and grants that will assist in the creation of over 90 new, full-time jobs, while helping to retain an additional 80 existing positions. The funds will be made available to four area employers by way of the Ohio Controlling Board. | |
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| 07.12.2011 | |
| Beagle applauds Controlling Board release of $1 million to Process Equipment Company of Tipp City | |
| Columbus - The Ohio Controlling Board today announced the release of a $1 million 166 Direct Loan to Process Equipment Company of Tipp City (PEC). The funds will be used to purchase machinery and equipment as part of the company's efforts to meet additional customer demand. As a result, 62 new, full-time jobs will be created and an additional 130 jobs are expected to be retained as a result of the upcoming expansion project. | |
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| 07.11.2011 | |
| City of Piqua receives Clean Ohio Revitalization Fund Dollars | |
| Columbus - Today the City of Piqua was granted $2,000,000 from the Clean Ohio Revitalization Fund to assist in the demolition and remediation efforts of the former Piqua Memorial Hospital property. The funds were released upon approval of the Ohio Controlling Board. | |
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| 07.08.2011 | |
| Senator Beagle: Recovery, Relief, and Reform: Ohio's Budget in Review | |
| Guest column by State Senator Bill Beagle | |
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| 07.01.2011 | |
| Kasich signs Beagle bill to assist public libraries | |
 Download High Resolution Image | Columbus - Governor John Kasich officially signed Senate Bill 120 on Thursday. Sponsored by State Senator Bill Beagle, the legislation clarifies that county prosecutors may represent all taxpayer-funded public libraries. Read more . . . |
| 06.29.2011 | |
| Beagle announces nearly $2.5 million in funds for economic advancement and job growth | |
| Columbus - State Senator Bill Beagle has announced that the state Development Financing Advisory Council (DFAC) recently approved two 166 Direct Loans, totaling almost $2.5 million, to a pair ofMontgomery County businesses. | |
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| 06.08.2011 | |
| Statement from State Senator Bill Beagle on passage of state budget | |
| Columbus- State Senator Bill Beagle issued the following statement today regarding the Ohio Senate's passage of House Bill 153, the state's operating budget. "I knew when taking my oath in January that the months ahead would prove important for Ohio's future. With that said, I applaud the effort displayed by my colleagues over the past month in successfully closing a multi-billion budget shortfall without resorting to a single tax increase that would further saddle Ohioans with the burden of growing government." | |
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| 05.24.2011 | |
| Beagle announces Tipp City company to receive $1 million loan for expansion project that will create and retain nearly 200 jobs | |
| Columbus-State Senator Bill Beagle announced today that the State Development Financing Advisory Council (DFAC) recently approved the release of a $1 million 166 Direct Loan to Process Equipment Company of Tipp City (PEC) for the purchase of machinery and equipment as part of the company's expansion to meet additional customer demand. PEC has committed to create 62 new, full-time jobs and retain an additional 130 jobs as a result of the project. | |
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| 04.13.2011 | |
| Beagle's bill to assist public libraries passed by Ohio Senate | |
| Columbus- State Senator Bill Beagle announced today that the Ohio Senate passed Senate Bill 120, legislation that clarifies that county prosecutors may represent all taxpayer-funded public libraries. | |
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| 03.23.2011 | |
| Senator Beagle meets with students from Bethel Elementary | |
 Download High Resolution Image | Columbus- State Senator Bill Beagle recently met with fourth-grade students from Bethel Elementary School in Miami County during the group's recent trip to Columbus. Beagle spoke to the students about his role as a state senator in Ohio's government. The group also took a tour of the Ohio Statehouse during their visit. Read more... |
| 03.16.2011 | |
| Senator Beagle announces release of Clean Ohio funds to help rehab former car dealership in Dayton | |
| Columbus- State Senator Bill Beagle announced that the state Controlling Board recently approved $182,790 in Clean Ohio Assistance funds to conduct an environmental assessment - including groundwater monitoring wells, soil borings and a geophysical survey - at the former West Side Chevrolet dealership in Dayton. | |
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| 03.03.2011 | |
| Beagle announces passage of collective bargaining bill | |
| Columbus- State Senator Bill Beagle announced the Ohio Senate has voted to approve Senate Bill 5, landmark legislation that reforms Ohio's collective bargaining laws to provide greater transparency and give state and local government the tools to more effectively manage their personnel and costs. Ohio's Collective Bargaining Law was first enacted in 1983 and has remained relatively unchanged since. | |
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| 02.11.2011 | |
| Beagle appointed to Ohio Commission on Fatherhood | |
| Columbus- State Senator Bill Beagle today announced that he has been appointed to the Ohio Commission on Fatherhood by Senate President Tom Niehaus (R- New Richmond). The 20-member panel is tasked with increasing public awareness of the critical role fathers play by funding statewide fatherhood programs, making policy recommendations regarding fathers and engaging the community. The commission is also responsible for organizing a state summit on fatherhood every four years. | |
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| 01.27.2011 | |
| Senator Beagle announces committee assignments | |
| Columbus- State Senator Bill Beagle today announced his committee assignments for the 129th General Assembly. With a nod to Beagle's previous experience as a small business owner and his work in the banking and finance industry, Senate President Tom Niehaus (R- New Richmond) named him vice-chairman of the Senate Financial Institutions Committee and the Ways and Means and Economic Development Committee. | |
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| 01.03.2011 | |
| Bill Beagle sworn in as Senator from the 5th Senate District | |
 Download High Resolution Image | Columbus - As part of the opening ceremonies for the 129th Session of the Ohio General Assembly, Bill Beagle (R-Tipp City) was sworn in for a four-year term as the Senator for the 5th Ohio Senate District. The 5th District includes portions of Montgomery and Darke counties and all of Miami County. Read more... |