Budget & Taxes

passed · Ohio · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 332: Create the small defense business linked deposit program

To amend sections 135.61, 135.62, 135.621, 135.623, 1733.04, and 1733.24 and to enact section 135.67 of the Revised Code to create the small defense business linked deposit program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill creates a new state financial program, the small defense business linked deposit program, which involves government spending and fiscal management.85% confidence

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passed both · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 3: Enact the School Bus Safety Act

To amend sections 4503.03, 4510.036, 4511.75, 4511.751, and 4511.76 and to enact sections 5.501, 3327.18, and 3327.19 of the Revised Code to address school bus safety, to designate this act as the School Bus Safety Act, and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation,' directly involving government spending and fiscal management, which falls under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill addresses school bus safety and lists 'Traffic Offenses' as a subject. It likely expands criminalization or increases penalties for related infractions, aligning with 'oppose' indicators.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill enhances school bus safety, a critical component of K-12 education infrastructure, protecting students and facilitating their safe access to schools.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 3 aims to address school bus safety, directly enhancing transportation safety and vehicle regulations, which strengthens the transportation topic area.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety School Transportation Public Transit Traffic Safety

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passed · Ohio · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 303: Establish community energy program and pilot program

HB 303 establishes a statewide community energy program and a pilot program to support local energy initiatives. It creates new rules for community energy projects and defines standardized electricity measurement for alternating current systems. The bill directly affects local communities, utilities, and energy providers by setting up a framework for developing community-owned energy projects. Key provisions include requirements for the pilot program's implementation and updated measurement standards to ensure consistent electricity tracking.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 303 establishes new statewide and pilot programs, which inherently requires government spending and fiscal management, thus advancing the topic.75% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEstablishes a community energy program and pilot program to support local energy initiatives and develop community-owned energy projects.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentHB 303 establishes community energy programs and supports local energy initiatives, which often promote cleaner, decentralized energy sources, thereby advancing environmental protection.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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signed · Ohio · House Aug 26, 2026

HB 393: Require certain facilities assist inmates in obtaining ID cards

HB 393 requires community-based correctional facilities (like halfway houses or work release programs) to help inmates obtain state identification cards before their release. This applies specifically to individuals transitioning from community-based programs back into the general population. The bill mandates facilities provide assistance with ID applications, including necessary forms and documentation. This ensures released individuals have essential identification for accessing housing, employment, and public services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates state-funded correctional facilities assist inmates with ID acquisition, requiring operational costs from the state budget for an essential re-entry program.75% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 393 supports criminal justice by facilitating inmate rehabilitation and reducing recidivism through assistance with obtaining essential ID cards for reentry.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBy requiring facilities to help inmates obtain ID cards, HB 393 removes a significant barrier to accessing healthcare services and insurance for released individuals.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 393 explicitly states that assisting inmates in obtaining ID cards helps them access housing upon release, removing a significant barrier for a vulnerable population.92% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 393 helps released inmates obtain IDs, which is essential for accessing employment, thereby advancing their ability to participate in the labor market.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 393 helps inmates obtain state ID cards, including driver's licenses. This facilitates legal access to personal transportation, supporting individual mobility within the transportation system.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Driver Licensing

in committee · Ohio · House Oct 15, 2025

HB 517: Regards special assessments for shade trees

HB 517 proposes to amend Ohio law regarding special fees for shade tree maintenance. It allows municipalities to create districts for managing street trees and levy annual fees on properties within those districts. The key provision exempts nonprofit land conservation organizations (defined as IRS 501(c)(3) groups focused on land conservation) from these special fees. This directly affects property owners who would pay the fees and the exempt nonprofits. The bill does not change fee amounts or collection methods, only specifies who qualifies for the exemption.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill provides specific tax/fee exemptions for nonprofit land conservation organizations, which is a form of targeted tax relief.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tags Local Government

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 26, 2025

HB 181: Provide counsel to destitute defendants facing eviction

To amend sections 120.521, 120.53, 1923.06, 1923.08, 3735.41, and 5321.17 and to enact sections 120.531 and 120.532 of the Revised Code to provide counsel to destitute defendants facing eviction and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation,' directly impacting state budgets and government spending, and is listed under 'Finance and Appropriations.'95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides counsel to indigent defendants in eviction cases, enhancing their rights within the court system and aligning with principles of justice reform.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides legal counsel to destitute defendants facing eviction, directly protecting tenant rights and preventing homelessness.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 15, 2025

HB 511: Increase appropriations for Campus Student Safety Grant Program

To amend Section 381.10 of H.B. 96 of the 136th General Assembly to increase appropriations for the Campus Student Safety Grant Program for the biennium ending June 30, 2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'increase appropriations' for a grant program, directly affecting state budgets and government spending by funding an essential program.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill increases appropriations for a Campus Student Safety Grant Program, strengthening public safety efforts, a component of criminal justice.80% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases funding for the Campus Student Safety Grant Program, which directly supports higher education institutions and student well-being.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education School Safety

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 18, 2025

HB 349: Enact the Consumer Protection Call Center Act

To enact sections 4113.87, 4113.88, 4113.89, 4113.90, 4113.91, and 4113.92 of the Revised Code to enact the Consumer Protection Call Center Act regarding the eligibility of employers that relocate a call center to a foreign country to receive state grants, loans, and other benefits.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRestricts state grants, loans, & benefits for companies offshoring call centers, promoting fiscal responsibility & protecting state funds from subsidizing job relocation.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 349 aims to discourage the relocation of call center jobs to foreign countries by impacting state benefits, thereby protecting domestic employment and preventing job loss.85% confidence

Tags Consumer Protection

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 15, 2025

SB 287: Create the Farming and Workforce Development Program

SB 287 creates the Farming and Workforce Development Program to provide training for seasonal crop farming jobs in Ohio. The program targets residents aged 16-35, including individuals with past felony convictions (as long as they meet eligibility criteria). County offices of Ohio State University Extension and Central State University Extension will develop the training curriculum, application process, and implementation guidelines. The bill appropriates state funds for program operations, with funding allocated for fiscal year 2026 and beyond.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly appropriates state funds for the new Farming and Workforce Development Program, directly impacting state budget appropriations and government spending.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill includes individuals with past felony convictions in a workforce development program, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill leverages and funds Ohio State University Extension and Central State University Extension to develop curriculum and implement a state-funded training program, strengthening higher education's role.88% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentSB 287 creates and funds a workforce development program for farming jobs, directly advancing employment opportunities and training standards within Labor & Employment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Curriculum Higher Education Workforce Development Tags Agriculture

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 13: Establish the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program

To enact sections 3301.96 and 3333.89 of the Revised Code to establish the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program, to require the Department of Education and Workforce to hire a full-time school foster care liaison, and to make an appropriation for the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation' for a new program, directly involving government spending and fiscal management, thus funding an essential program. ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 13 establishes and funds a scholarship program, expanding educational access, and requires a liaison within the Department of Education.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill requires the Department of Education and Workforce to hire a full-time school foster care liaison, creating a new, funded employment position.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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