Troy Balderson
RUPDATE: Disaster Recovery Center Hours & Locations Ohioans impacted by August flooding can get in-person help applying for federal disaster assistance at these two locations: 📍 ROSEVILLE William H. Barker Community Center 13047 Karl Brown Road, Roseville, OH 43777 (Serving Perry, Muskingum, and Morgan counties) 📍 REYNOLDSBURG Reynoldsburg Community Church 1636 Graham Road, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 (Serving Licking County) 🕒 UPDATED HOURS Mon–Fri: 9am – 6pm Saturday: 10am – 4pm Hours are subject to change. Residents can also apply for assistance at https://t.co/J6Yk5Hr1GA or call 800-621-3362.
Every Ohioan deserves access to quality, affordable health care. Providers like @LowerLightsCHC in Newark are making that happen, connecting patients with critical care regardless of their ability to pay. I’m grateful for the work they do and will keep fighting to support Federally Qualified Health Centers and the communities that count on them.
Visited Diamond Power in Lancaster today to learn more about their advanced boiler cleaning technology and how they support power generation and industrial operations. Great to see Ohio-based companies making an impact across the U.S. and beyond. https://t.co/q5GDTFiEqY
Honored to attend the Veterans Appreciation Foundation’s monthly breakfast at the American Legion in Zanesville and present a proclamation to Larry Waltz of Ohio Pottery Zanesville, celebrating 60 years in business! Larry’s a proud veteran, dedicated supporter of fellow veterans, and gives back to his community whenever he can. Thank you for your service!
Today, I joined @berniemoreno, leaders from Perry and Muskingum Counties, and representatives from @fema and @SBAgov at the newly opened Disaster Recovery Center in Roseville to discuss the next steps in flood recovery. Last week, President Trump approved federal disaster relief for communities in OH-12, providing much-needed assistance for Ohio families and businesses as we work to rebuild stronger than before.
Three years after October 7, we remember the 1,200 lives tragically lost and reaffirm our commitment to standing against antisemitism in all its terrible forms. We stand with the Jewish people around the world and with our ally Israel—which has the right to defend itself, protect its people, and live in peace and security.
I'm working under the hood to keep America running right. I hope you'll join me. Let's roll up our sleeves and get to work! ~Troy https://t.co/khlfQWKSQs
JUST ANNOUNCED: I just received confirmation that President Trump has approved Ohio’s major disaster declaration for the devastating flooding in August. Federal flood relief is now on the way to help Ohio families, businesses, and communities recover and rebuild. But the job isn’t over. I will keep working to make sure Ohioans get every resource available to them until our communities are stronger than before. https://t.co/w3mep3eO4M
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12) applauded President Donald Trump’s approval of a major disaster declaration for Ohio, making federal assistance available to communities impacted by devastating storms and flooding that moved through the state from August 10-23, 2026. The declaration, made this afternoon, follows Governor Mike DeWine’s September 2 request and Balderson’s letter to President Trump urging the administration to quickly approve the request. Balderson has also worked with federal, state, and local officials throughout the disaster declaration process to help Ohio communities access the resources they need to recover. “After weeks of working with the Governor, FEMA, and local officials, I’m grateful President Trump approved Ohio’s major disaster declaration,” said Balderson. “This federal assistance will help families, businesses, and communities across Ohio begin rebuilding after these devastating storms. Our work isn’t over—I will continue working to make sure my constituents have access to every resource available to them as they recover.” The declaration makes federal assistance available to eligible individuals and communities in the affected areas, including assistance for disaster-related needs, temporary sheltering, hazard mitigation, and small business recovery ###
Ohio families shouldn’t be subsidizing some of the world’s largest tech companies. If data centers are built in Ohio, they should pay for the electricity and infrastructure they need—not force those costs onto families and small businesses. No Ohioan should see their electric bill go up just so a data center can be built. The Ratepayer Protection Act puts a stop to that and makes sure these companies pay their own way. The House passed this commonsense bill by a bipartisan vote of 417-3, but Senate Democrats blocked it from moving forward. Ohioans are already facing rising electric bills, yet Democrats in Washington chose petty politics over protecting Ohio ratepayers.
Bringing costs down for Ohio families means building more homes and cutting the red tape that drives up prices. 🏡 The @HouseGOP led the way on the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, expanding housing supply and making homeownership more attainable for hardworking families.
Wishing all those observing Yom Kippur an easy and meaningful fast. May we all find strength in forgiveness and hope in the year to come. https://t.co/OzNF6daALL
The House unanimously passed my bipartisan Load Forecasting Enhancement Act to help lower energy costs by giving states and utilities better tools to plan and prepare for changing electricity demand. Planning ahead means savings for Ohioans on their monthly electric bills. Read more about my bill here👇 https://t.co/22Txx2ilIg
Great meeting today with folks from the Ohio Pork Council to discuss the issues facing our pork industry and how we can continue to strengthen Ohio’s ag industry. https://t.co/0RYhGdSII1
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed the bipartisan Load Forecasting Enhancement Act (H.R. 9332), led by Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12), chairman of the House Energy Action Team (HEAT). The legislation passed unanimously and will help protect ratepayers and strengthen grid planning as electricity demand continues to rise. The United States is experiencing unprecedented growth in electricity demand, driven by expanding manufacturing, electrification, and emerging technologies. At the same time, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation’s (NERC) 2025 Long-Term Reliability Assessment warns that much of North America faces a growing risk of energy shortfalls over the next five years, with PJM, the regional transmission organization serving Ohio, classified as “high risk.” “To protect Americans from higher electric bills and make sure our grid can keep up with rising demand, we need to plan ahead,” said Balderson. “The bipartisan Load Forecasting Enhancement Act gives states and utilities the tools they need to better understand future electricity demand and prepare for it. I applaud my House colleagues for supporting this practical legislation and helping make electricity reliable and affordable for Ohio families.” The House today also passed the Ratepayer Protection Act (H.R. 9340), legislation that ensures the companies building large-scale data centers are responsible for the electricity and grid infrastructure costs associated with powering them, rather than shifting those costs onto hardworking Americans. This bill would require state utility commissions to consider large-load standards for data centers drawing more than 100 megawatts, helping ensure these facilities pay for the costs of the electricity they use. Together with the Load Forecasting Enhancement Act, the legislation gives states and utilities better tools to plan for growing electricity demand while protecting families and small businesses from increased costs. Load Forecasting Enhancement Act Background The Load Forecasting Enhancement Act would direct the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to convene regional joint boards with state public utility commissions to study and identify best practices for electric load forecasting. The legislation would also require FERC to report its findings and recommendations to Congress and encourage states to consider adopting improved forecasting procedures to support reliable and affordable electric service. In addition to directing FERC to develop recommendations for improving load forecasting, the legislation would amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act (PURPA) to encourage state consideration of those recommendations. The bill would also update the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) to promote greater accuracy, oversight, and transparency in utility forecasting practices. The Load Forecasting Enhancement Act now heads to the U.S. Senate for consideration. Full text of the bill can be found HERE. ###
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12), chairman of the House Energy Action Team (HEAT), released the following statement after EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the repeal of the “Clean Power Plan 2.0,” a Biden-era regulation aimed at prematurely retiring America’s most reliable power plants. “The Biden-Harris Administration crafted the Clean Power Plan 2.0 for one reason only: to permanently eliminate coal and natural gas from America’s energy mix,” said Balderson. “Shortsighted, anti-energy policies like this drive up electricity costs for Ohio families and severely weaken our grid’s ability to keep up with growing power demand. I applaud President Trump and Administrator Zeldin for putting common sense first and leading Republicans’ effort to unleash American energy dominance.” “For over 15 years, the Obama and Biden administrations implemented a war on coal to destroy reliable and affordable energy. The Trump Administration has come in to protect American energy and to make sure you can afford to keep the lights on,” Zeldin said in a statement. “Americans will see a decrease in electricity prices, but this is just the beginning. We are working to go even further so that American energy can be fully unleashed. Realizing the full potential of American energy means more jobs, lower prices, and a more prosperous America.” The “Clean Power Plan 2.0,” finalized in May 2024, imposed impossible-to-meet emissions requirements on existing coal-fired and newly constructed natural gas-fired power plants. If left in place, this rule would have continued to raise energy costs and jeopardize power producers’ ability to keep the lights on for Ohio families and businesses. Balderson led the introduction of a bill in January 2025 to nullify this rule and protect American baseload power production. ###
The Biden Admin’s “Clean Power Plan 2.0” threatened America’s most reliable sources of power and would have driven up electricity costs for Ohio families. @POTUS and @epaleezeldin have finally repealed this disastrous rule--putting common sense first and unleashing American energy dominance. https://t.co/ZIGs4TXQRW
Honored to attend the 9/11 memorial ceremony today at the Ohio Fallen Heroes Memorial in Sunbury. On the 25th anniversary of September 11, we remember the lives lost, honor the heroes who stepped up to help others, and pay tribute to the men and women who served in uniform in the years that followed. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Twenty-five years ago today, our nation was forever changed by the tragic events of September 11, 2001. Today, we remember the nearly 3,000 innocent lives lost and honor the first responders, firefighters, police officers, and everyday Americans who ran toward danger to help others. In the face of unimaginable tragedy, we saw the courage, compassion, patriotism, and unity that define the American spirit. We will never forget.
Shanah Tovah to all celebrating Rosh Hashanah! May the new year be sweet and full of peace, blessings, and good health. https://t.co/2hqTAmP9Gi
Ohio is helping lead America’s manufacturing resurgence. In August, I joined @boblatta and @OHIOMFG to discuss what Washington can do to help power our growing manufacturing sector while lowering energy costs for Ohio families. https://t.co/ABmzaNQdbM
Happy Labor Day! Thank you to all the hardworking Ohioans who keep America moving forward. https://t.co/EeycStTZ9a
We had a blast out at the Noble County Fair today during a luncheon for local seniors and a walk around the grounds! I look forward to representing Noble County and their hometown values. https://t.co/ymJh5osb57
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12), along with Senators Jon Husted (R-OH) and Bernie Moreno (R-OH), sent a letter today to President Donald Trump urging the swift approval of Governor Mike DeWine’s request for a major disaster declaration for Ohio following devastating storms and flooding that moved through state on August 10-23, 2026. The letter backs the request made on September 2, 2026, by Governor Mike DeWine for a major disaster declaration covering Adams, Athens, Brown, Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clermont, Darke, Fairfield, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Highland, Licking, Logan, Madison, Morgan, Muskingum, Perry, Preble, Richland, Shelby, and Washington Counties. Federal assistance is necessary to supplement the efforts and resources available to the state, local governments and disaster relief organizations. “We write in strong support of Governor Mike DeWine’s request for a major disaster declaration, which was submitted to FEMA Region V on September 2, 2026,” the lawmakers write. “Between August 10, 2026, and August 23, 2026, severe and extreme weather, including a derecho, tornadoes, and catastrophic flooding, spread across much of Ohio. These storms tragically resulted in two deaths, numerous injuries, left 300,000 Ohioans without power, and destroyed hundreds of homes, properties, and businesses belonging to our constituents.” “We thank you for your administration’s rapid assistance and coordination to support the State of Ohio and Ohioans impacted by these devastating storms. We respectfully urge you to quickly approve the Governor’s request for a major disaster declaration for the State of Ohio to help our constituents begin the process of rebuilding,” the lawmakers concluded. The letter requests a major disaster declaration for Ohio and activation of the following programs: Individual Assistance Grant Program, including the Crisis Counseling Program, Disaster Unemployment Assistance, and Disaster Case Management and Disaster Legal Services FEMA’s Transitional Sheltering Assistance Program for direct federal assistance Hazard Mitigation Grant Program statewide SBA Physical Damage Loans and Economic Injury Disaster Loans programs This comes after the lawmakers sent a joint letter in August to FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton and U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler requesting they begin conducting damage assessments in Ohio as soon as possible due to the repetitive and ongoing storm impacts. Full text of the bill can be found HERE.
Today, @SenJonHusted, @berniemoreno, and I urged President Trump to swiftly approve @GovMikeDeWine's request for a major disaster declaration for Ohio following devastating storms and flooding. Our communities need a helping hand to recover and rebuild, and this declaration would make critical federal assistance available to those who need it. https://t.co/Bi7qFgrjPZ