Budget & Taxes

in committee · Ohio · Senate Apr 30, 2025

SB 186: Create a music incubator program, certain sales tax rebates

To amend section 5739.21 and to enact section 122.97 of the Revised Code to create a music incubator program to provide sales tax rebates to certain music venues and festival promoters.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill provides sales tax rebates, which directly reduces state tax revenue and limits fiscal resources for the state budget.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 161: Extend sales, use and local lodging taxes to short-term rentals

To amend sections 351.01, 351.021, 353.06, 5739.01, 5739.08, 5739.09, 5739.091, and 5741.01 of the Revised Code to extend sales and use taxes and local lodging taxes to short-term rentals and to require collection of those taxes by short-term rental platforms.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill extends sales, use, and local lodging taxes to short-term rentals, which expands the tax base and increases potential revenue for state and local budgets.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtending taxes to short-term rentals may indirectly disincentivize their proliferation, potentially increasing the availability of units for long-term housing and improving affordability.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 29, 2025

SB 305: Appropriate funds for SNAP, TANF, WIC upon lapse in federal funds

To make an appropriation to continue to fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families programs, and Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children contingent upon a lapse in federal funding.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill makes an appropriation to fund essential public assistance programs, directly impacting state budgeting and government spending.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children), a public health program, and other programs (SNAP, TANF) that improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill funds public assistance programs (TANF, SNAP, WIC) that provide financial stability, indirectly helping vulnerable populations afford and maintain housing.65% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill ensures continued funding for public assistance programs (SNAP, TANF, WIC), providing a safety net for low-income individuals and families, including those affected by unemployment or low wages.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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passed · Ohio · Senate May 20, 2026

SB 307: Allow tax increment financing for police, firefighting facilities

SB 307 amends Ohio law to permit local governments to use tax increment financing (TIF) for constructing or renovating police and firefighting facilities. This change directly affects cities and counties seeking to fund public safety infrastructure, as it allows them to leverage future increases in property tax revenue from a designated area to cover project costs. The key mechanism involves designating a specific geographic zone where new tax revenue generated by development (beyond pre-project levels) is redirected to pay for the facility construction. This expands existing TIF rules, which previously excluded public safety facilities, enabling these projects to be financed through a tool commonly used for economic development.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill allows local governments to use TIF for police and firefighting facilities, directly affecting taxation, government spending, and fiscal management to fund essential public services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeSB 307 allows tax increment financing for police facilities, directly funding and strengthening infrastructure for law enforcement, a key component of criminal justice.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Revenue Tax Incentives Policing

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 96: Authorize tax credit for handgun training and firearms storage

To amend sections 5747.08 and 5747.98 and to enact sections 5747.87 and 5747.88 of the Revised Code to authorize a nonrefundable income tax credit for the cost of handgun training and firearms storage and locking devices.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes a nonrefundable income tax credit for specific costs, which provides tax relief to individuals, directly impacting the taxation aspect of the topic.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill incentivizes handgun training and safe firearms storage, which can prevent accidents and theft, thereby advancing public safety and crime prevention within criminal justice.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Firearms

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 15, 2025

SB 284: Waive penalty for not filing certain tax returns if no tax is due

To amend sections 5747.15 and 5751.06 and to enact section 5739.125 of the Revised Code to waive penalties for taxpayers that do not file certain tax returns because no tax is due.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill provides tax relief by waiving penalties for taxpayers who do not file certain tax returns when no tax is due, promoting a fairer fiscal management approach.85% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 1, 2025

SB 255: Provide grants for mortgage, property tax, and utility bill help

SB 255 would create a new program under Ohio law to provide state grants to eligible residents. The grants would directly assist qualifying households with payments for mortgage principal, property taxes, and utility bills. The bill establishes a specific funding mechanism (section 175.50 of the Revised Code) to distribute these financial supports. It focuses on concrete financial relief for low-to-moderate income homeowners facing housing cost burdens.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 255 creates a state grant program for mortgage and property tax relief, directly involving government spending and providing financial support (tax relief) for eligible residents.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergySB 255 provides grants for utility bill assistance, which directly protects utility consumers and supports the utility sector by ensuring payment for services.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingSB 255 creates a grant program to assist low-to-moderate income homeowners with mortgage and property tax payments, directly funding housing support.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill provides general financial assistance for housing costs, which eligible low-to-moderate income veterans would qualify for, thereby advancing their financial well-being.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Homeownership Housing Finance Property Taxes

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 1, 2025

HCR 24: Declare national debt a security threat;urge Congressional action

To recognize that the national debt is a threat to the national security of the United States and to urge the United States Congress to commit to establishing an effective regular order for budgeting.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill addresses the national debt and urges Congress to establish effective budgeting, directly promoting fiscal responsibility and sound fiscal management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds State Budget

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 18, 2025

HB 365: Enact the Property Tax Refund Act

To amend sections 5747.08 and 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.87 of the Revised Code to authorize a refundable income tax credit or rebate for homeowners and renters whose property taxes or a portion of their rent exceed five per cent of their income and to name this act the Property Tax Refund Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 365 authorizes a refundable income tax credit/rebate, directly affecting taxation and providing tax relief to homeowners and renters.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax credits/rebates for homeowners and renters whose housing costs exceed 5% of income, directly increasing housing affordability for both groups.95% confidence

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

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 40: Authorize tax credit for pregnancy resource center donations

To amend sections 5747.98 and 5751.98 and to enact sections 5747.74 and 5751.56 of the Revised Code to authorize a nonrefundable tax credit for donations to certain pregnancy resource centers and maternity homes.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesAuthorizes a nonrefundable tax credit, which reduces state tax revenue and limits funds available for the state budget and fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill authorizes tax credits for donations to pregnancy resource centers and maternity homes, directly funding and strengthening health services for pregnant individuals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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