Budget & Taxes

in committee · Ohio · House Oct 1, 2025

HB 466: Require certain approval before subdivision levies a property tax

To amend sections 511.27, 511.28, 1545.041, 1545.21, 3709.29, 5705.23, and 5705.34 and to enact sections 511.271, 1545.212, and 5705.171 of the Revised Code to require certain subdivisions to obtain the approval of the body that created the subdivision before levying a property tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill requires approval before certain subdivisions can levy a property tax, enhancing oversight and accountability in taxation and promoting fiscal responsibility.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tags Local Government

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 4, 2025

HB 313: Create a grant program for pro-housing political subdivisions

To enact section 122.635 of the Revised Code to create a grant program for townships and municipalities that adopt pro-housing policies and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation' to create a grant program, directly affecting state budgets and government spending.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates a grant program with an appropriation to fund political subdivisions that adopt pro-housing policies, directly advancing housing initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Housing Finance Zoning

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 8, 2025

HB 502: 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 proposes an appropriation to fund essential public assistance programs (SNAP, TANF, WIC), directly addressing state budgeting and government spending.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill funds the WIC program, which provides healthcare referrals and nutrition for vulnerable populations, directly supporting public health. It also funds SNAP, which improves health through nutrition.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill funds public assistance programs (TANF, SNAP, WIC) that provide financial aid and basic needs, improving financial stability and indirectly helping families afford and maintain housing, thus preventing homelessness.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds programs (SNAP, TANF, WIC) that provide a critical safety net for low-income workers and the unemployed, supporting economic stability related to employment and unemployment.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 26, 2025

HB 100: Authorize grant program for retailers that sell donated goods

HB 100 creates a temporary grant program for nonprofit retailers (501(c)(3) organizations) that sell donated physical goods. To qualify, retailers must provide job training and employment services for people facing employment barriers like disabilities, homelessness, or criminal history. Eligible retailers can receive grants covering up to 25% of state sales tax revenue from donated goods sales, capped at $1 million per retailer annually. Grants must be used exclusively for job training programs serving disadvantaged workers, with annual reporting to the state.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill creates a grant program funded by state sales tax revenue, representing government spending and appropriation for job training programs.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 100 funds job training and employment services for people with criminal histories, directly supporting rehabilitation and criminal justice reform efforts.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds job training programs for individuals with employment barriers, which expands access to vocational education.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill supports retailers whose core activity of selling donated goods promotes reuse, waste reduction, and resource conservation.65% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 100 supports programs providing job training and employment services for individuals facing homelessness, which directly addresses a key aspect of the housing topic.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 100 creates a grant program for nonprofits providing job training and employment services for individuals facing employment barriers, directly advancing employment opportunities.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHB 100 funds job training for people facing employment barriers like disabilities or homelessness, which can include veterans.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax State Budget Homelessness Workforce Development

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 22: Authorize tax credit or rebate for certain homeowners, renters

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes an income tax credit or rebate, directly providing tax relief to homeowners and renters, which impacts state taxation and fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill provides tax credits/rebates for homeowners and renters whose housing costs exceed 5% of their income, directly increasing housing affordability for eligible individuals.95% confidence

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

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 93: Create new school financing system with state property, sales tax

To declare the General Assembly's intent to establish a new school financing system that provides a statewide per-pupil funding payment to public and chartered nonpublic schools based on a single statewide property tax and increased state sales tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly establishes a new school financing system funded by a statewide property tax and increased state sales tax, directly advancing taxation and state spending within the budget.100% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill establishes a new statewide financing system to provide per-pupil funding to public and nonpublic schools, directly supporting education funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax State Budget K-12 Education School Choice School Funding

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 28: Levy a tax on certain high-volume landlords

To amend sections 131.02, 319.202, 715.013, 4303.26, 5703.052, 5703.053, 5703.19, 5703.263, 5703.50, 5703.70, 5703.77, 5703.90, 5725.26, and 5751.051 and to enact sections 5747.081, 5755.01, 5755.011, 5755.02, 5755.03, 5755.04, 5755.05, 5755.051, 5755.052, 5755.06, 5755.07, and 5755.99 of the Revised Code to levy a tax on certain high-volume landlords.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states its purpose is to 'levy a tax,' which directly impacts state budgets, appropriations, and fiscal management by increasing government revenue.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill levies a tax on high-volume landlords, a measure often proposed to address market concentration, influence housing affordability, or generate funds for housing initiatives.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Landlords Property Taxes Tenant Rights

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 151: Allocate state revenue surplus to fund road and bridge projects

To amend section 131.44 and to enact section 5501.62 of the Revised Code and to amend Section 755.30 of H.B. 33 of the 135th General Assembly to codify it as section 5501.61 of the Revised Code to allocate a portion of any state revenue surplus to a program that funds certain road and bridge projects.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill allocates state revenue surplus to fund projects, directly involving state budget, appropriations, and government spending, which aligns with supporting fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 151 allocates state revenue surplus to fund road and bridge projects, directly advancing and funding transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue State Budget Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 1, 2025

SB 261: Enact the Tithing Protection Act

To amend section 5747.01 of the Revised Code to allow a personal income tax deduction for certain donations to churches and to name this act the Tithing Protection Act.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill creates a personal income tax deduction, which reduces state tax revenue, thereby weakening the state's budget and limiting fiscal management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 5, 2025

HB 30: Phase-down the state income tax to a flat rate of 2.75%

HB 30 would replace Ohio's current progressive income tax structure with a single flat tax rate of 2.75% over two years. It directly affects all Ohio residents and businesses earning income in the state, including individuals, trusts, and estates. The bill eliminates current tax brackets (like the $26,050 threshold for lower rates) and sets a uniform 2.75% tax on all taxable income, regardless of earnings level. This change aims to simplify tax filing and provide uniformity, though it would reduce tax revenue for the state compared to the current system. The bill is currently in early stages (introduced February 2025) and has not yet been voted on.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesHB 30 replaces a progressive income tax with a flat rate, which typically reduces state revenue and can shift the tax burden, potentially weakening fiscal capacity.88% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBy eliminating lower tax brackets and applying a uniform 2.75% rate, HB 30 likely increases the tax burden for lower-income workers, effectively reducing their net wages.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Income Tax Sales Tax

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