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HB 118 Ohio House · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

Revise the lead testing, certification, and tax credit law

Summary
To amend sections 3742.01, 3742.03, 3742.39, 3742.50, 5747.08, 5747.26, 5747.50, 5747.502, 5747.51, 5747.53, and 5747.98 and to enact sections 3742.47 and 5747.504 of the Revised Code to revise the law governing lead testing, certification, and tax credits.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly revises the law governing 'tax credits,' which are a form of tax relief and directly impact state budgets and taxation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill revises laws for lead testing and certification. Lead is a hazardous environmental pollutant, so addressing it directly supports environmental protection and public health.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 118 revises lead testing, certification, and provides tax credits. This supports safer housing by incentivizing lead abatement, protecting tenants and improving housing quality.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRevising lead testing and certification laws likely impacts employment standards and workplace safety protocols for workers involved in lead-related activities.80% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 24, 2025 Last action Feb 26, 2025
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Feb 26, 2025
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Feb 24, 2025
Introduced
Introduced
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2 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Jim Thomas
RRepublican
OH
49
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Steve Demetriou
RRepublican
OH
35