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Sponsor Testimony on House Bill 291 — Representative Ty Mathews, Development Committee

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Sponsor testimony on House Bill 291 by Representative Ty Mathews, House District 83, to the Development Committee, dated May 28th, 2025, and addressed to Chair Hoops, Vice Chair Lorenz and Ranking Member Abdullahi. The testimony states that the bill establishes the Ohio International Trade Commission to advance multilateral trade and investment between Ohio and key partner nations, including Japan, Ireland, Israel, and others designated by the Director of Development. It states that the commission will facilitate joint research agreements, promote business and academic exchanges, issue annual reports and have the ability to raise funds.

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                                  Representative Ty Mathews
                                       House District 83

                Development Committee, Sponsor Testimony on House Bill 291
                                     May 28th, 2025


Chair Hoops, Vice Chair Lorenz, Ranking Member Abdullahi, and members of the Development
Committee:
Thank you, Chair and members of the committee, for the opportunity to provide sponsor
testimony on House Bill 291.
This bill represents an important step forward for Ohio’s economic future by establishing the
Ohio International Trade Commission. As our global economy evolves, so too must Ohio’s
approach to fostering international partnerships, expanding trade, and supporting innovation.
House Bill 291 ensures that Ohio is positioned to compete and thrive on the world stage.
The Ohio International Trade Commission will advance multilateral trade and investment
between Ohio and key partner nations, including Japan, Ireland, Israel, and others designated by
the Director of Development. The commission will facilitate joint research agreements—
particularly in areas such as electronic and cyber warfare capabilities—promote business and
academic exchanges and support the creation of technology centers to drive collaboration
between Ohio’s academic and business communities.
Through these efforts, the commission will strengthen Ohio’s economic ties, encourage mutual
investment in infrastructure, and foster lasting relationships that benefit our citizens and
businesses. By updating our laws and creating this commission, we are taking a proactive
approach to securing Ohio’s economic interests and ensuring that our state remains a leader in
international trade and innovation.
House Bill 291 also establishes a diverse and knowledgeable commission membership, drawing
from the General Assembly, the business community, and representatives of our partner nations.
The commission will operate transparently, issue annual reports, and have the ability to raise
funds to support its mission.
I urge your support for House Bill 291 as we work together to build a stronger, more prosperous
Ohio through international cooperation and economic development.
Thank you for your consideration.

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