04-EO_2022-02D (2).pdf

This document is an Executive Order (2022-02D) issued by the State of Ohio's Governor Mike DeWine, addressing the state's response to Russia's war against Ukraine. The executive order comprehensively outlines Ohio's stance in support of Ukraine, condemning Russia's military actions and establishing directives for state agencies, boards, commissions, educational institutions, and pension funds to divest from and cease doing business with Russian institutions and companies.

The order specifically requires all state procurement officers and executive agencies to take specific actions, including: divesting money and assets from Russian institutions, terminating existing contracts with Russian companies, ensuring standard contract language reflects the prohibition on Russian investments, requiring service providers to affirm understanding of the order, and disclosing business locations and subcontractors. The order is designed to align with existing federal sanctions and supports Ohio's domestic technology and energy production while protecting national security. Notably, the state has approximately 80,000 Ukrainians or Ukrainian descendants, which further contextualizes the political and humanitarian motivation behind this executive action.