Budget & Taxes

in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 298: Legalize, tax internet gambling; make other Gambling Law changes

To amend sections 109.572, 2915.01, 2915.02, 3123.90, 3769.08, 3772.01, 3772.02, 3772.03, 3772.031, 3772.04, 3772.062, 5747.02, 5747.063, 5747.20, 5751.01, 5753.01, 5753.031, 5753.04, 5753.05, 5753.07, 5753.08, and 5753.12 and to enact sections 3771.01, 3771.02, 3771.03, 3771.04, 3771.05, 3771.06, 3771.07, 3771.08, 3771.09, 3771.10, 3771.11, 3771.12, 3771.13, 3771.14, 3771.99, 5753.022, and 5753.032 of the Revised Code to legalize and regulate internet gambling in this state, to levy a tax on businesses that provide internet gambling, and to prohibit online sweepstakes games.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'levy a tax' on internet gambling, which directly affects state taxation and budget revenue, thereby funding the topic area.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill legalizes internet gambling and amends criminal code sections (e.g., 2915.01, 2915.02), reducing the scope of criminalized activities related to gambling.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill legalizes and regulates internet gambling, directly involving the use of internet technology and likely requiring provisions for data handling and security.80% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 167: Authorize tax credits for certain child care expenditures

To amend sections 5725.98, 5726.98, 5729.98, 5747.98, and 5751.98 and to enact sections 5725.39, 5726.62, 5727.242, 5727.301, 5729.22, 5736.51, 5747.87, and 5751.56 of the Revised Code to authorize nonrefundable tax credits for certain employer-provided child care expenditures.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes nonrefundable tax credits, which would reduce state tax revenue and consequently limit the state budget.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill authorizes tax credits for child care expenditures, a subject categorized under 'Health and Human Services.' This indirectly supports family well-being, which can positively impact health outcomes.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill authorizes tax credits for employer-provided child care, incentivizing expanded worker benefits and supporting working parents, advancing labor & employment standards.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 1, 2025

HB 467: Prohibit public utilities from recovering political expenditures

To enact sections 4933.51, 4933.52, 4933.53, 4933.55, 4933.57, 4933.58, 4933.59, and 4933.60 of the Revised Code to prohibit certain public utilities from recovering political expenditure costs from their customers.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill promotes fiscal responsibility by preventing utilities from passing political expenditure costs to customers, thereby protecting customer funds.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyHB 467 prohibits public utilities from recovering political expenditures from customers, directly protecting utility consumers from increased costs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Government Spending Utility Regulation

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in committee · Ohio · House Apr 2, 2025

HB 202: Establish Joint Legislative Information Technology Oversight Comm

To amend section 9.27 and to enact sections 101.37, 125.074, and 126.024 of the Revised Code to establish the Joint Legislative Information Technology Oversight Committee and to expressly authorize state procurement of services and supplies through online marketplaces.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes oversight for IT and authorizes online procurement, suggesting improved fiscal management and responsible government spending.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill establishes a Joint Legislative Information Technology Oversight Committee and authorizes state procurement through online marketplaces, indicating an advancement and integration of technology in government operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement

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passed · Ohio · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SB 120: Establish the Urban Farmer Youth Initiative Pilot Program

To amend sections 3781.06, 3781.061, and 5713.30 of the Revised Code relating to temporary greenhouses and building codes, to establish the Urban Farmer Youth Initiative Pilot Program, to codify certain property tax requirements for agricultural land, and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill establishes a new program and explicitly makes an appropriation, directly involving government spending and budget allocation. It also addresses property tax requirements.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes the Urban Farmer Youth Initiative Pilot Program, directly impacting education and enhancing student programs.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill establishes an Urban Farmer Youth Initiative Pilot Program, which promotes local food systems, green spaces, and sustainable practices in urban environments.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill amends building codes for temporary greenhouses and codifies property tax requirements for agricultural land, directly impacting property rights and land use.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes the Urban Farmer Youth Initiative Pilot Program, which aims to advance employment and training opportunities for youth, thereby supporting the topic.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes

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in committee · Ohio · Senate May 14, 2025

SB 192: Declare intent to provide funding re: housing in rural counties

To declare the General Assembly's intent to provide funding for the purpose of developing, repairing, or upgrading infrastructure that services housing in rural counties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill declares intent to provide funding, directly involving state budgets, appropriations, and government spending for infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill provides funding for upgrading infrastructure that services housing in rural counties. This inherently includes energy infrastructure and utilities, thus advancing the topic.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill declares intent to provide funding for infrastructure that services housing in rural counties, directly funding and advancing housing development and maintenance.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds infrastructure for housing in rural counties; this implicitly includes roads and access, thereby supporting transportation infrastructure.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 19, 2025

SB 141: Authorize tax levies supporting pre-kindergarten programs

To amend section 5705.19 and to enact section 307.852 of the Revised Code to authorize counties and other political subdivisions to place on the ballot tax levies supporting pre-kindergarten programs and to establish conditions on a county's use of moneys derived from the levied tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 141 authorizes local tax levies to fund pre-kindergarten programs, directly impacting taxation and government spending for public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes tax levies to fund pre-kindergarten programs, directly expanding educational access and enhancing early childhood education.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill authorizes tax levies for pre-kindergarten programs, listed under Health and Human Services, which supports early childhood development and public health.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood K-12 Education

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 29: Allow municipalities create joint economic development district

To amend section 715.72 of the Revised Code to allow two or more municipalities to create a joint economic development district without involving a township.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill facilitates the creation of joint economic development districts (JEDDs), which are mechanisms for local governments to share tax revenues and manage fiscal resources for economic growth, thereby impacting local budgets and taxation.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Tags Economic Development

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 250: Enact the Promised Land Act

To amend sections 5725.38, 5725.98, 5726.61, 5726.98, 5729.21, 5729.98, 5747.86, and 5747.98 and to enact section 122.841 of the Revised Code to authorize a nonrefundable, transferable tax credit for charitable organizations that construct owner-occupied housing and to name this act the Promised Land Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes a new tax credit, a direct policy action within taxation and fiscal management to achieve a specific policy goal (housing).95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill authorizes a tax credit for charitable organizations that construct owner-occupied housing, directly advancing housing development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Housing Finance Property Taxes

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signed · Ohio · House Mar 7, 2025

HB 14: Incorporate Internal Revenue Code changes into Ohio law

To amend section 5701.11 of the Revised Code to expressly incorporate changes in the Internal Revenue Code since March 15, 2023, into Ohio law and to declare an emergency.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill incorporates federal tax code changes into state law, which promotes consistency and fiscal responsibility in tax administration.65% confidence