Rep. McNally Announces the 2026 Ohio Capital Budget Guidance

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Lauren McNally (D-Youngstown) today shared new guidance for the 2026 Ohio Legislature’s Capital Budget. The Ohio General Assembly typically passes a state capital budget every two years. It includes a portion for community projects where local governments and certain nonprofits may submit requests for funding. Representative McNally welcomes and encourages eligible groups to seek funding for local projects.

“The Capital Budget is a great opportunity and a real chance to deliver state dollars to the Mahoning Valley. I am excited to connect with local officials and non-profits to see all the projects we can advocate for this spring,” said Rep. McNally.

The capital budget typically includes approx. $150-200M for impactful, public-facing community projects across the state. Because these community projects are generally backed by state-issued bonds, they must meet strict requirements to be eligible for funding. Rep. McNally’s office can provide the application, a Tips for Successfully Securing Project Funding guide from The Office of Budget Management, and additional guidance to any non-profit or local governments that are interested in obtaining funding. The applications are open from now until March 12, 2026, at noon.