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Ohio Bill Would Rename Downtown Columbus Stretch of I-70 the 'President Donald Trump Freedom Highway'

The early-stage proposal follows earlier Ohio GOP attempts to honor Trump that stalled.

Overview

  • House Bill 638, filed Dec. 23 by Reps. D.J. Swearingen and Jeff LaRe, seeks to rename a defined portion of I-70 in Franklin County.
  • The measure targets mile markers 98 to 100 covering both eastbound and westbound lanes near downtown Columbus.
  • The legislation would require the Ohio Department of Transportation to install markers reflecting the new designation if enacted.
  • The proposal is newly introduced and remains awaiting committee review with no movement reported.
  • Supporters say the designation recognizes President Donald Trump’s work and leadership, echoing prior efforts that did not advance.