Statement of President Karen A. Holbrook on the Ohio Legislature's announcement of additional revenues for higher education

"An announcement today by Speaker of the Ohio House Jon Husted and Ohio Senate President Bill Harris that higher education will receive additional funds in the second year of the upcoming biennium signals an appreciation of the important role colleges and universities play in the revitalization of Ohio. In tough economic times Ohio legislators and the Governor are working to craft a responsible spending plan that lays the foundation for a brighter future for the citizens of our state. Together with plans to update Ohio's tax code and reform Medicaid spending, we are hopeful that this represents a new era of more reliable state support for educating our citizens and preparing Ohio to compete successfully in the world's knowledge economy."