Budget & Taxes

in committee · Ohio · House Jun 3, 2026

HB 959: Make capital appropriations for the biennium ending June 30, 2028

To amend sections 151.01, 151.08, 164.03, 164.08, 3318.042, 3318.49, 3343.05, 5751.02, and 5751.20 and to enact sections 3318.33 and 3343.11 of the Revised Code and to amend Sections 357.09, 357.15, 357.16, 357.24, 357.28, 357.34, 357.36, 371.10, 371.20, 373.10, 373.15, 387.10, and 387.13 of H.B. 730 of the 136th General Assembly and Section 200.30 of H.B. 2 of the 135th General Assembly as subsequently amended to make capital appropriations for the biennium ending June 30, 2028, and to declare an emergency.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly makes capital appropriations, directly funding government spending and advancing the budget topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 932: Prohibit fraudulent use of state funds

HB 932 creates a new state law to criminalize the use of false or misleading information to obtain state funding or grants. This provision directly affects individuals and businesses attempting to secure financial assistance from state programs by making such deception a felony offense. The bill mandates a minimum five-year prison sentence and five years of post-release control for those who defraud the state of fifty thousand dollars or more. Additionally, any business owned or controlled by a convicted offender is permanently barred from receiving future state funding.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill strengthens fiscal management by criminalizing fraud to secure state funds, protecting public resources and promoting accountability.85% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill imposes mandatory minimum five-year sentences for fraud, expanding criminalization and increasing punitive measures.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 3, 2026

HB 955: Expand homestead exemption - disabled veteran’s surviving spouse

To amend sections 323.151, 323.152, 4503.064, and 4503.065 of the Revised Code to expand the enhanced homestead exemption for the surviving spouse of a disabled veteran.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands tax exemption for surviving spouses of disabled veterans, providing direct tax relief and financial support to a vulnerable group.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill expands homestead exemption for surviving spouses of disabled veterans, protecting their housing equity and asset stability.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands homestead tax exemptions for surviving spouses of disabled veterans, directly strengthening financial benefits for veterans' families.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes Military Families Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing

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in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HB 830: Establish the violent crime reduction grant program

HB 830 creates a new grant program within the Department of Public Safety to help police departments and county sheriff's offices reduce violent crime. The program provides funding for evidence-based strategies such as focused deterrence, hot spot policing, and improved forensic capabilities like DNA and ballistics analysis. Eligible agencies must submit applications to the Division of Criminal Justice Services, which will evaluate and award grants based on the effectiveness of the proposed strategies. Funds can be used for investigative staffing, technology purchases, training, and expanding specific gang intervention models, with strict rules requiring agencies to report on outcomes and ensuring grants do not replace existing local budgets.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new grant program providing funding for violent crime reduction strategies within the Department of Public Safety.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes a grant program to fund evidence-based strategies for reducing violent crime, directly strengthening law enforcement capabilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing Violent Crime

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 912: Create the State and Municipal Government Commission

HB 912 creates the State and Municipal Government Commission to improve cooperation between state and local governments in Ohio. This new body will analyze how state policies affect local home rule authority, facilitate collaboration between leaders, and provide recommendations on funding and policy impacts. The commission consists of thirteen members appointed by various state officials, including the governor, legislative leaders, and local mayors, who serve two-year terms. It must meet at least twice a year and submit annual reports to the General Assembly detailing its findings and suggestions for preserving municipal authority. All official reports require approval from a majority of members, including representation from both political parties and specific local government officials.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a commission to improve fiscal cooperation and analyze funding impacts, promoting better state-local government management.65% confidence

Tags Local Government

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 931: Regards use of E15 blended fuel for state motor vehicles

HB 931 directs the state's Department of Administrative Services to take full control over the purchase, leasing, and management of all motor vehicles used by state agencies. The bill requires agencies to obtain prior approval for vehicle acquisitions and mandates that all fueling, repairs, and maintenance costs be approved by the department. Additionally, it establishes a statewide fleet management program that collects data on vehicle usage and costs to improve efficiency. This legislation primarily affects state agencies and their employees who operate or reimburse for the use of government vehicles.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes fleet management to improve efficiency and control costs, promoting fiscal responsibility in state spending.80% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · Senate May 13, 2026

SB 425: Establish the violent crime reduction grant program

SB 425 creates a new grant program within the Department of Public Safety to help police departments and county sheriff's offices reduce violent crime. The program provides funding for evidence-based strategies such as focused deterrence, crime gun intelligence centers, and forensic capacity improvements. To receive money, applicants must submit proposals that prioritize strategies supported by peer-reviewed research or federal guidance. The Division of Criminal Justice Services will manage the application process, evaluate projects based on their potential to improve clearance rates, and monitor how funds are used. Additionally, the bill requires the agency to publish annual reports detailing awarded grants and their outcomes for public review.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new grant program to fund violent crime reduction strategies, directly increasing state spending on public safety.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes a grant program to fund evidence-based strategies for reducing violent crime, directly strengthening law enforcement capabilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms Law Enforcement Violent Crime Tags Public Safety

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 941: Regards the elimination of vacant state civil service positions

HB 941 requires state agencies to review all vacant permanent full-time civil service positions every thirty days. If a position has remained empty for ninety days or longer, the appointing authority must eliminate it. Additionally, the bill mandates that the director of administrative services update the official job classification plan whenever a position is removed under this rule. This legislation directly affects state employers and the administrative oversight of public sector job listings.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates elimination of vacant positions to reduce state government spending and promote fiscal responsibility.85% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 881: Enact the Ohio Homeowner Relief Act

To amend sections 319.302, 323.152, 323.153, 323.156, 323.158, 5747.85, and 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.25 of the Revised Code to modify property tax reductions for nonbusiness and owner-occupied property, to authorize a refundable income tax credit for renters, and to name this act the Ohio Homeowner Relief Act

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides property tax reductions and a refundable income tax credit for renters, directly advancing tax relief and fiscal support for homeowners and tenants.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes a refundable income tax credit for renters, directly supporting affordable housing and tenant financial relief.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Property Tax Tax Credits Homeownership Property Taxes Tenant Rights

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in committee · Ohio · House May 27, 2026

HB 953: Support Junior Achievement of Northwestern Ohio program

HB 953 allocates state funds to support the fifth year of a program run by Junior Achievement of Northwestern Ohio. This legislation provides financial resources specifically for the organization's financial literacy education initiatives. The bill directs the Director of Budget and Management to track these funds and ensures they are used strictly for the designated program's operations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds to support financial literacy education, directly increasing funding for a public service program.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates state funds to support financial literacy education initiatives in K-12 schools, directly enhancing student programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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