Budget & Taxes (Property Tax)

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 · 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 · 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 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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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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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 22, 2025

HB 520: Establish Blue Ribbon Comm. in each county to improve efficiency

To establish and convene a Blue Ribbon Committee in each county to review and assess each taxing unit within the county and each county program or department to identify duplication of services and generally to streamline and improve county efficiency and effectiveness.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes committees to review taxing units and county programs to improve efficiency and effectiveness, promoting fiscal responsibility and better fiscal management.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Tags Local Government

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 8, 2025

HB 504: Enact the Calculated Adjustments for Property Surges (CAPS) Act

To amend sections 323.152, 323.155, and 4503.06 and to enact section 319.305 of the Revised Code to authorize counties to temporarily exempt a portion of property's increased value from taxation following a reappraisal and to name this act the Calculated Adjustments for Property Surges (CAPS) Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes counties to exempt a portion of property's increased value from taxation, providing tax relief for property owners.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill authorizes counties to exempt a portion of property's increased value from taxation, potentially reducing property tax revenue, a primary source of school funding.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 504 allows counties to exempt a portion of increased property value from taxation, which can help mitigate rising housing costs and support housing affordability by easing the tax burden on property owners.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 26, 2025

HB 113: Regards annexation and financial disclosure forms, tax exemptions

To amend sections 102.02, 709.022, 709.023, 709.024, 709.16, and 3735.67 and to enact section 3311.222 of the Revised Code to modify the law regarding annexation and financial disclosure forms, and to require school district approval of residential community reinvestment area property tax exemptions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill requires school district approval for property tax exemptions, which can protect school funding by controlling tax revenue reductions and strengthening fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill requires school district approval for property tax exemptions, granting schools control over a key funding source and protecting potential revenue.80% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill HB 113 requires school district approval for residential community reinvestment area property tax exemptions, potentially limiting housing development incentives.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 154: Require school district approval-certain property tax exemptions

HB 154 requires school districts to approve property tax exemptions for new residential construction or remodeling in designated "community reinvestment areas" before they can be granted. Property owners seeking these exemptions must submit applications to a housing officer, who then forwards them to the local school board for approval within 45 days. The bill ensures school districts have a formal role in approving exemptions for residential properties, though it includes an alternative where owners can pay school districts 25% of estimated tax savings instead of seeking approval. This directly affects homeowners and developers in areas designated for community reinvestment, changing how tax exemption approvals are processed.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill empowers school districts to approve property tax exemptions, giving them a formal role in fiscal management and protecting their tax base.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 154 gives school districts a formal role in approving property tax exemptions, allowing them to protect their local funding base.88% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill regulates property tax exemptions for new residential construction in 'community reinvestment areas,' a mechanism designed to incentivize and advance housing development.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax Tax Incentives Community Development Historic Preservation Property Taxes

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