Senator Widener poses with a Angelina Nance, a student from the district, and her academic advisor.
Senator Widener poses with a Angelina Nance, a student from the district, and her academic advisor.
 Senator Widener poses with 4-Star General Janet Wolfenbarger after the Beavercreek High School Campus was named in her honor. Wolfenbarger is the the Commander of the Air Force Materiel Command.
Senator Widener poses with 4-Star General Janet Wolfenbarger after the Beavercreek High School Campus was named in her honor. Wolfenbarger is the the Commander of the Air Force Materiel Command.
 Senator Widener accepts the "Legislator of the Year" award from the Ohio Parks & Recreation Association
Senator Widener accepts the "Legislator of the Year" award from the Ohio Parks & Recreation Association
Senator Widener visits with Clark County Extension Volunteers, OSU's Dean McPherson, and OSU Extension Director Keith Smith at the Ohio Statehouse
Senator Widener visits with Clark County Extension Volunteers, OSU's Dean McPherson, and OSU Extension Director Keith Smith at the Ohio Statehouse
 Senator Widener announces a $717 million education package, the largest legislative investment in education in more than a decade.
Senator Widener announces a $717 million education package, the largest legislative investment in education in more than a decade.
 State Senator Chris Widener joined City Council Member Marilyn McCauley and Base Commander Barlow at the Wright Patterson Gate 1A dedication
State Senator Chris Widener joined City Council Member Marilyn McCauley and Base Commander Barlow at the Wright Patterson Gate 1A dedication
State Senator Chris Widener met Desiree Holton the Madison County Fair Showman of Showmen
State Senator Chris Widener met Desiree Holton the Madison County Fair Showman of Showmen
 Senator Chris Widener toured the Springfield Regional Medical Center with Shelley Meyer and Mark Weiner, President CEO of Community Mercy Health Partners
Senator Chris Widener toured the Springfield Regional Medical Center with Shelley Meyer and Mark Weiner, President CEO of Community Mercy Health Partners
 State Senator Chris Widener joined The Ohio State University President Dr. Gordon Gee and Superintendent Estrop for the Springfield High School graduation
State Senator Chris Widener joined The Ohio State University President Dr. Gordon Gee and Superintendent Estrop for the Springfield High School graduation
State Senator Chris Widener joined Clark Co. Sheriff Gene Kelly to Read with Students in Springfield
State Senator Chris Widener joined Clark Co. Sheriff Gene Kelly to Read with Students in Springfield
 Senator Widener recently spoke at the NAIFA Ohio Mid-Year Management Conference
Senator Widener recently spoke at the NAIFA Ohio Mid-Year Management Conference
 Senator Widener (right) recently presented a resolution to the Kenton Ridge High School bowling team for winning the 2010 state championship.
Senator Widener (right) recently presented a resolution to the Kenton Ridge High School bowling team for winning the 2010 state championship.
Senator Widener with (from right) SADD National Student of the Year, Ricky Brit, as well as Callie Studabaker and Diane Gray from the Ohio Chapter of SADD.
Senator Widener with (from right) SADD National Student of the Year, Ricky Brit, as well as Callie Studabaker and Diane Gray from the Ohio Chapter of SADD.
 Senator Widener meets with students and teachers from Ridgewood School at the Statehouse.
Senator Widener meets with students and teachers from Ridgewood School at the Statehouse.
 Senator Widener in the Senate chamber with Ret.Major General Charles S. Cooper III.
Senator Widener in the Senate chamber with Ret.Major General Charles S. Cooper III.
Senator Widener receives the Watchdog of the Treasury award from the United Conservatives of Ohio.
Senator Widener receives the Watchdog of the Treasury award from the United Conservatives of Ohio.
 Senator Widener visits with students at Parkwood Elementary School in Beavercreek.
Senator Widener visits with students at Parkwood Elementary School in Beavercreek.
 Senator Widener works during a meeting of the Senate Insurance, Commerce and Labor Committee.
Senator Widener works during a meeting of the Senate Insurance, Commerce and Labor Committee.
Senator Widener meets with Pastor Brian Hanson (center) from the Grace Baptist Church in Cedarville on the Ohio Senate floor.
Senator Widener meets with Pastor Brian Hanson (center) from the Grace Baptist Church in Cedarville on the Ohio Senate floor.
 State Senator Chris Widener joined Clark Co. Sheriff Gene Kelly to Read with Students in Springfield
State Senator Chris Widener joined Clark Co. Sheriff Gene Kelly to Read with Students in Springfield
 Surrounded by family, friends and supporters, Senator Widener is administered the oath of office during opening day ceremonies for the 128th General Assembly.
Surrounded by family, friends and supporters, Senator Widener is administered the oath of office during opening day ceremonies for the 128th General Assembly.
Senator Widener speaks with members of the Greene County FFA.
Senator Widener speaks with members of the Greene County FFA.
 Senator Widener meets with students from Rolling Hills Elementary School on the Statehouse steps.
Senator Widener meets with students from Rolling Hills Elementary School on the Statehouse steps.
 Senator Widener receives a plaque in commemoration of being named Public Servant of the Year by the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE).
Senator Widener receives a plaque in commemoration of being named Public Servant of the Year by the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE).
Senator Widener urges Senate support for legislation designed to make Ohio's tax climate more favorable to attract renewable energy development and create green jobs.
Senator Widener urges Senate support for legislation designed to make Ohio's tax climate more favorable to attract renewable energy development and create green jobs.
 State Senator Chris Widener is pictures with the Greene County Fair Queen Lauren Wickline
State Senator Chris Widener is pictures with the Greene County Fair Queen Lauren Wickline
 
 

State Senator Chris Widener represents the 10th Senate District, which includes Madison, Clark and Greene counties. Before coming to the Senate, he served three terms as the State Representative for the 84th House District. An architect by trade, Senator Widener brings strong interpersonal skills, a dedicated work ethic and a keen attention to detail to his job as a legislator. He engages with witnesses in committee and his fellow senators about key issues. He spends hours researching important bills. And, he has a genuine passion for public service and a dedication to doing what is best for the people of the 10th District and the future success of the region.

 
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State Sen. Chris Widener Talks About Ohio's New STEM Academy
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06.14.13 - Chris Widener Talks Investing $1 Billion In New Money To Ohio Public Schools This Fall

 
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Chris Widener today chatted with 610 WTVN News Radio on investing $1 billion in new money to public schools across the state of Ohio this fall. Dollars are being invested into lower wealth districts to improve economic disadvantage and K-3rd grade literacy. 

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06.10.13 - Widener Announces New Unmanned Aerial Systems Lease In Springfield

 

COLUMBUS — State Senator Chris Widener today announced Controlling Board’s approval of an ODOT request for $35,000 in Fiscal Year 2014 and 2015 to lease commercial office space from Advanced Virtual Engineer Test Cell, Inc., in Springfield, for the new Ohio/Indiana Unmanned Aerial Systems Center and Test Complex

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06.06.13 - Senate Approves Historic Investment In Job Creation & Education

 

COLUMBUS — State Senator Chris Widener today announced the Ohio Senate approved a state budget that includes a $1.4 billion tax cut for small businesses and makes the largest investment in public education in the last decade. The two-year, $61.8 billion budget also provides funding for state agencies and departments, as well as health and human services for Ohioans in need.

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06.04.13 - Widener Honors Legacy Of Deputy Sheriff Suzanne Hopper

 
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State Senators Chris Widener and Bill Beagle (R–Tipp City) today announced that Senate Bill 7 has been signed into law by Governor John R. Kasich. The bill, which the Senators jointly sponsored, is designed to keep law enforcement officers safe by giving them access to additional information on potentially dangerous suspects.

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Bills Primary Sponsor

SB 7     

Bills Cosponsor

HB 1HB 59HB 77SB 1SB 2SB 3
SB 4SB 5SB 6SB 8SB 9SB 10
SB 24SB 38SB 57SB 64SB 66SB 67
SB 69SB 77SB 94SB 101SB 102SB 112
SB 115     

Resolutions Primary Sponsor

SR 1SR 2SR 10SR 19SR 20SR 32
SR 35SR 51SR 52SR 62SR 75SR 81
SR 82SR 83SR 91SR 130  

Resolutions Cosponsor

HCR 4HJR 1SCR 2SCR 5SCR 6SCR 7
SCR 8SCR 12SCR 13SR 18  
 
 
 
 

Senate District 10

 
Counties: Clark, Greene, Madison
 

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Background

 
Leadership Position : President Pro Tempore
Hometown : Springfield
Party : Republican
Elected Experience :

State Senator since 2009; State Representative, 1999-2000, 2003-2008


Current Term : Expires December 2016 / Not eligible to run for another four-year term