EO+2022-02D.pdf

Executive Order 2022-02D is an official state document issued by Governor Mike DeWine of Ohio addressing the state's response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The order directs all state agencies, boards, commissions, educational institutions, and pension funds to divest from Russian institutions and companies, terminate existing contracts, and refrain from entering new contracts with Russian entities. The document outlines specific requirements for procurement officers, including mandating standard language in contracts that reflects the order's prohibition on purchases or investments in Russian institutions, requiring service providers to affirm understanding of the order, and disclosing business locations.

The order emphasizes Ohio's solidarity with Ukraine, noting that the state is home to approximately 80,000 Ukrainians and shares common values of freedom, democracy, and rule of law. It supports federal sanctions against Russia and aims to prevent state investment or purchasing activities that could aid Russia in violating Ukrainian people's rights. The directive is to be implemented to the extent practicable and is to be read in conjunction with a previous Executive Order 2019-12D, which already largely prohibits contracting and purchasing services from overseas sources, including subcontractors.