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HB 49 Ohio House · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

Allow for creation of water improvement districts

Summary
To enact sections 6120.01, 6120.02, 6120.03, 6120.031, 6120.032, 6120.033, 6120.04, 6120.05, 6120.06, 6120.07, 6120.08, 6120.09, 6120.10, 6120.11, 6120.12, 6120.13, 6120.14, 6120.15, 6120.16, 6120.17, 6120.18, and 6120.19 of the Revised Code to allow for the creation of water improvement districts.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill allows for the creation of water improvement districts, which are local governmental entities that will manage budgets, incur spending, and likely generate revenue for water infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill allows for the creation of water improvement districts, which are typically established to manage and enhance water quality and resources, directly supporting environmental protection and natural resources. The subject 'Air and Water Poll...90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allows creation of water improvement districts, providing infrastructure essential for new housing development.65% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill allows for the creation of water improvement districts. This would likely lead to new employment opportunities, supported by 'Employment' and 'Wage and Hour' subjects.75% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 4, 2025 Last action Feb 5, 2025
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Committee
1
Feb 5, 2025
Committee
Referred to committee
lower
Feb 4, 2025
Introduced
Introduced
lower
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors

Sponsors

Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Photo of Thad Claggett
Thad Claggett
RRepublican
OH
68
Co
Photo of Cecil Thomas
Cecil Thomas
DDemocratic
OH
25
Co
Photo of Gary Click
Gary Click
RRepublican
OH
88
Co
Photo of Jennifer Gross
Jennifer Gross
RRepublican
OH
45