Budget & Taxes

signed · Ohio · House Jun 30, 2025

HB 54: Make appropriations for transportation for FY 2026-27 biennium

To amend sections 154.01, 717.02, 4501.01, 4511.01, 4511.031, 4511.09, 4511.091, 4511.092, 4511.094, 4511.11, 4511.13, 4511.131, 4511.132, 4511.18, 4511.204, 4511.211, 4511.214, 4511.432, 4511.46, 4511.48, 4511.512, 4511.61, 4511.62, 4511.64, 4511.65, 4511.68, 4511.701, 4511.712, 4519.401, 5501.20, 5513.01, 5515.01, 5515.02, 5515.99, 5517.02, 5517.021, 5525.03, 5525.04, 5525.08, 5525.14, and 5571.01; to enact sections 4511.15, 5515.09, 5515.10, 5517.012, 5517.06, and 5525.141; and to repeal sections 4511.351 and 4511.491 of the Revised Code to make appropriations for programs related to transportation for the biennium beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2027, and to provide authorization and conditions for the operation of those programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill's title explicitly states its purpose is to 'Make appropriations for transportation,' directly involving state budget and government spending.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill explicitly states its purpose is to 'Make appropriations for transportation for FY 2026-27 biennium', directly funding the topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 422: Enact Taxpayers Freedom Trilogy–Act III: Triumph of the Taxpayer

To amend sections 345.02, 511.07, 757.02, and 3318.06 and to enact section 5705.171 of the Revised Code to increase the approval threshold required for passage of certain property taxes and to name this act the Taxpayers Freedom Trilogy – Act Three: The Triumph of the Taxpayer.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill increases the approval threshold for property taxes, making it harder to pass and collect tax revenue, thereby limiting government's fiscal capacity.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill increases the approval threshold for certain property taxes, including those for school facilities (3318.06), potentially limiting school funding.85% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill increases approval threshold for property taxes, limiting funding for public services and potential housing initiatives, thus restricting the topic area.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 26, 2025

SB 126: Exempt from sales and use tax certain logistics business items

To amend section 5739.02 of the Revised Code to exempt from sales and use tax items purchased by a logistics business to transport manufactured products, general merchandise, and grocery products.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill exempts certain items from sales and use tax, which reduces state tax revenue and thus limits the state's budget and fiscal capacity.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill provides tax exemptions for logistics businesses, which are central to the transportation of goods, potentially lowering their operational costs.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Freight

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 59: Exempt firearms and ammunition from sales and use tax

To amend sections 107.036, 5739.02, 5747.98, and 5751.98 and to enact sections 122.1712, 5747.053, and 5751.56 of the Revised Code to exempt from the sales and use tax the sale of certain firearms and ammunition and to authorize refundable tax credits for small arms and ammunition manufacturing projects.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill reduces state tax revenue by exempting firearms and ammunition from sales tax and authorizing refundable tax credits, directly limiting fiscal capacity.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAuthorizes tax credits for manufacturing projects, which can stimulate job creation and retention, supporting employment within the sector.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 66: Include certain levies, taxes in school millage floor calculation

To amend section 319.301 of the Revised Code to include emergency levies, substitute levies, all inside millage, and school district income taxes in the calculation of a school district's effective millage floor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill strengthens the calculation for school district funding by including various levies and taxes in the effective millage floor, impacting taxation and government spending for public services.88% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill includes additional revenue sources in the school millage floor calculation, which likely strengthens the financial baseline for school districts.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax School Funding

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in committee · Ohio · House May 14, 2025

HB 261: Increase the amount of the standard homestead exemption

HB 261 proposes to increase the amount of the standard homestead exemption. This change would primarily benefit eligible homeowners by reducing the taxable value of their primary residence. By raising the exemption amount, it aims to lower the portion of a home's value subject to property taxes. The bill specifically amends sections 323.152 and 4503.065 of the Revised Code to implement this increase.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 261 increases the standard homestead exemption, providing tax relief to homeowners by lowering their property tax burden, which aligns with 'provides tax relief' indicator.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationHB 261 reduces the property tax base by increasing homestead exemptions, potentially decreasing property tax revenue for schools.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 261 increases the homestead exemption, reducing property taxes for homeowners. This makes homeownership more affordable, directly supporting the 'affordable housing' aspect of the topic.88% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 341: Authorize tax credit for assisted reproduction insurance coverage

To amend section 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.87 of the Revised Code to authorize an income tax credit for employers that subsidize employee insurance coverage for assisted reproduction.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes an income tax credit for employers, which will reduce state tax revenue, thereby limiting the state's fiscal resources and budget.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill authorizes tax credits for employers subsidizing assisted reproduction insurance, expanding health coverage and access to specific health services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill provides a tax credit to employers for subsidizing employee insurance coverage for assisted reproduction, effectively expanding worker benefits.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Insurance

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 12, 2025

HB 87: Enact Strategic Tax Opportunities for Raising Kids (STORK) Act

To amend sections 5739.02, 5747.01, and 5747.025 of the Revised Code to authorize tax incentives for conceived children and certain child care items and to name this act the Strategic Tax Opportunities for Raising Kids (STORK) Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 87 directly addresses taxation by authorizing tax incentives for families, which provides tax relief and is a clear action within fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill provides tax incentives for conceived children and childcare, indirectly supporting families with significant healthcare needs during pregnancy and early childhood.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Tax Incentives Children's Health

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jun 4, 2025

SB 213: License traffic law photo-monitoring device companies; levy a tax

To amend sections 131.02, 715.013, 4303.26, 4501.06, 4511.092, 4511.096, 4511.0911, 5703.052, 5703.053, 5703.19, 5703.263, 5703.50, 5703.70, and 5703.77 and to enact sections 4787.01, 4787.02, 4787.03, 4787.04, 4787.05, 4787.06, 4787.99, 5755.01, 5755.02, 5755.03, 5755.04, 5755.05, 5755.06, 5755.07, 5755.071, 5755.08, 5755.09, 5755.10, 5755.11, 5755.12, 5755.13, 5755.14, and 5755.99 of the Revised Code to license companies that sell, provide, install, or otherwise manage traffic law photo-monitoring devices in Ohio and to levy a tax on such companies' gross receipts from municipal contracts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'levy a tax' on traffic law photo-monitoring device companies, which directly increases state revenue and impacts fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill licenses and taxes companies providing traffic law photo-monitoring devices, formalizing and regulating a tool used for law enforcement and traffic offense processing.65% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill proposes to license and tax companies that manage traffic law photo-monitoring devices, which constitutes a form of regulating tech companies.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill licenses companies managing traffic law photo-monitoring devices, which enhances vehicle regulation and transportation safety.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Traffic Safety Vehicle Registration

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 26, 2025

HB 28: Eliminate the authority to levy replacement property tax levies

To amend sections 319.301, 319.302, 523.06, 1545.21, 3316.041, 3316.06, 3358.11, 3505.06, 5705.03, 5705.218, 5705.2111, 5705.221, 5705.233, 5705.261, and 5705.412 and to repeal section 5705.192 of the Revised Code to eliminate the authority to levy replacement property tax levies.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill explicitly eliminates the authority to levy replacement property tax levies, directly restricting government's revenue-generating capacity and fiscal tools.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationThe bill eliminates the authority for replacement property tax levies, a significant funding source for K-12 schools, potentially defunding or limiting their financial resources.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 28 eliminates the authority to levy replacement property tax levies, which could reduce property tax burdens for homeowners, thereby increasing housing affordability.82% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

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