Budget & Taxes (Economic Development)

introduced · Ohio · House Jul 22, 2026

HB 981: Regards income tax levied in joint economic development district

HB 981 amends state laws to allow local governments to create joint economic development districts where they can levy income taxes on businesses and employees operating within those areas. The bill defines specific rules for forming these districts, such as requiring the participating areas to be geographically connected and ensuring that no residents live inside the district boundaries. It also establishes how different local governments can share costs and revenue generated from these taxes to fund improvements and services. Additionally, the legislation clarifies which types of entities and individuals are considered businesses or owners for tax purposes and sets standards for what counts as mixed-use development.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill enables local governments to levy income taxes within economic development districts, increasing revenue for fiscal management and funding.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax Tax Incentives Tags Economic Development Local Government

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introduced · Ohio · House Jul 28, 2026

HB 982: Enact the Ohio Business Investment Act

To enact section 9.71 of the Revised Code to disallow companies associated with certain foreign countries from receiving state or local economic incentives and to name this act the Ohio Business Investment Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill restricts economic incentives for foreign entities, promoting fiscal responsibility and protecting state budget resources.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Tags Economic Development

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introduced · Ohio · Senate Jun 25, 2026

SB 462: Enact the Joining-Opportunities Business and Schools (JOBS) Act

To amend section 5751.98 and to enact sections 3333.46 and 5751.55 of the Revised Code to enact the Joining-Opportunities Business and Schools (JOBS) Act to authorize and offer tax incentives for qualified education partnerships between institutions of higher education and private employers.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill enacts tax incentives for education partnerships, aligning with indicators for supporting taxation by providing tax relief to promote economic development and education.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides tax incentives for partnerships between higher education and private employers, aiming to strengthen economic ties and support educational institutions.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Incentives Career & Technical Education Higher Education Tags Economic Development

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 3, 2026

HB 957: Prohibit new data center sales tax exemptions from being granted

HB 957 prevents the state from offering new sales tax exemptions for computer data centers, meaning future projects will not receive special breaks on taxes for purchasing or installing equipment. The bill defines specific criteria for what qualifies as a data center, including requirements for significant capital investment and job creation, but it stops the tax credit authority from granting these benefits to any new applicants. While the law allows existing agreements to remain in effect, it ensures that no future data center projects can secure tax-free status for their equipment purchases. This change directly affects technology companies and developers planning to build or expand data centers in the state after the bill takes effect.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts state budget flexibility by prohibiting new tax exemptions, limiting fiscal tools for economic development.90% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill restricts new data center sales tax exemptions, limiting infrastructure development and capital investment in energy-intensive facilities.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts technology infrastructure growth by prohibiting new tax exemptions for data centers, limiting expansion and investment.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax Tax Incentives Tags Economic Development

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in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HB 844: Authorize tax credit for qualifying technology investments

To amend sections 107.036 and 5747.98 and to enact sections 122.863 and 5747.88 of the Revised Code to authorize an income tax credit for businesses that make qualifying technology investments.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes a tax credit for technology investments, providing tax relief to businesses and promoting economic development.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill provides tax credits to incentivize technology investments, directly advancing the technology sector.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Credits Tax Incentives Tags Economic Development

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 18, 2026

HB 756: Expand research, development tax credit to apply to income tax

To amend sections 5747.98 and 5751.51 and to enact section 5747.88 of the Revised Code to expand a research and development tax credit to apply to the income tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands R&D tax credit to income tax, promoting economic development and providing tax relief for businesses investing in innovation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Credits Tax Incentives Tags Economic Development

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 374: Prohibit new data center sales tax exemptions

This bill prohibits the state from granting new sales tax exemptions for computer data center equipment, affecting companies that wish to build or expand data centers in the state. Under current law, developers could apply for exemptions from sales taxes on equipment used in data centers if they met specific criteria, including making significant capital investments and paying substantial employee wages. The bill closes this pathway by preventing any new agreements from being approved after its enactment, though it does not affect existing exemptions already granted. The legislation defines what constitutes a data center and equipment, requiring that any future exemptions must demonstrate a positive economic impact on the state and local communities.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts new sales tax exemptions for data centers, limiting economic development incentives and reducing potential tax revenue flexibility.90% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill restricts data center development by eliminating sales tax exemptions, which could limit energy infrastructure growth and increase costs for energy-intensive operations.75% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts data center development by eliminating tax exemptions, limiting infrastructure growth and potentially impacting internet access and digital infrastructure expansion.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax Tax Incentives Tags Economic Development

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Apr 30, 2025

SB 184: Create residential development districts, housing grant program

To enact sections 122.634 and 122.635 of the Revised Code to establish residential economic development districts and to create a grant program for housing developments within such districts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill establishes a grant program for housing developments, directly involving state appropriations and government spending, thus funding essential programs.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill creates a grant program specifically for housing developments and establishes residential development districts, directly funding and advancing housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Community Development Property Development Tags Economic Development

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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 Feb 19, 2025

SB 110: Modify tax credits under the rural business growth program

To amend sections 122.15, 122.151, 122.152, 122.153, 122.154, 122.155, 5725.98, and 5729.98 of the Revised Code to modify the availability of and eligibility for tax credits awarded under the rural business growth program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill directly modifies tax credits, an integral part of taxation and fiscal management. Such modifications are often aimed at improving program efficacy or fiscal responsibility, which can be interpreted as strengthening the topic area.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Incentives Tags Economic Development

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