Budget & Taxes

in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 549: Regulate cigar bars; create cigar sales and use tax exemption

To amend sections 3794.03, 5739.02, and 5739.03 and to enact sections 3794.21, 3794.22, 3794.23, and 3794.24 of the Revised Code to regulate cigar bars and to exempt cigars smoked on the premises of a cigar bar from sales and use tax.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesHB 549 creates a sales and use tax exemption for cigars smoked in cigar bars, which would reduce state tax revenue, thereby limiting the budget and taxation topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 19, 2025

SB 132: Enact the PRESERVE Act

To enact section 1509.023 of the Revised Code to prohibit the removal of oil or gas from under state lands via horizontal wells and to name this act the Protecting public Resources, Ecosystems, and Sensitive lands from Extraction, Violation, and Exploitation (PRESERVE) Act.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill prohibits oil or gas extraction from state lands, thereby limiting potential state revenue from leases, royalties, and taxes on such activities.75% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyThe bill prohibits oil and gas extraction via horizontal wells on state lands, directly restricting a method of energy production.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prohibits oil/gas extraction from state lands, directly protecting natural resources and ecosystems from potential environmental harm.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Conservation

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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 389: Eliminate additional registration fee for hybrid motor vehicles

HB 389 eliminates an extra registration fee currently charged for hybrid motor vehicles in Ohio. It directly affects owners of hybrid cars and light trucks who would no longer pay this additional cost on top of standard vehicle registration. The bill amends specific sections of Ohio's Revised Code to remove this fee requirement from the registration process. This change simplifies registration costs for hybrid vehicle owners without altering other registration rules.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill eliminates a state registration fee, directly reducing government revenue and thus weakening the state's budget and fiscal capacity.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyHB 389 eliminates an extra fee for hybrid vehicles, indirectly incentivizing their adoption and supporting increased energy efficiency in transportation.80% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentHB 389 eliminates an extra registration fee for hybrid vehicles. This implicitly supports their adoption by removing a financial barrier, which generally contributes to lower emissions and improved fuel economy.65% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationHB 389 eliminates an additional registration fee for hybrid vehicles. This action reduces a revenue source typically used to fund transportation infrastructure and services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles Transportation Funding Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 167: Authorize tax credits for certain child care expenditures

To amend sections 5725.98, 5726.98, 5729.98, 5747.98, and 5751.98 and to enact sections 5725.39, 5726.62, 5727.242, 5727.301, 5729.22, 5736.51, 5747.87, and 5751.56 of the Revised Code to authorize nonrefundable tax credits for certain employer-provided child care expenditures.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes nonrefundable tax credits, which would reduce state tax revenue and consequently limit the state budget.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill authorizes tax credits for child care expenditures, a subject categorized under 'Health and Human Services.' This indirectly supports family well-being, which can positively impact health outcomes.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill authorizes tax credits for employer-provided child care, incentivizing expanded worker benefits and supporting working parents, advancing labor & employment standards.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 133: Authorize tax credit - small employers with health reimbursement

To amend section 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.87 of the Revised Code to authorize a nonrefundable income tax credit for small employers that cover their employees with an individual coverage health reimbursement arrangement.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes a nonrefundable income tax credit, which reduces state tax revenue and thus limits the state's fiscal capacity and budget.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill incentivizes small employers to provide health reimbursement arrangements, thereby supporting and expanding access to health insurance coverage for employees.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill incentivizes small employers to offer individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements, expanding health benefits for employees.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives Tags Small Business

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in committee · Ohio · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 231: Enact the Paid Parental Leave Act

To amend section 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.74 of the Revised Code to create an income tax credit for employers that provide paid parental leave and to name this act the Paid Parental Leave Act.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill creates an income tax credit for employers, which reduces state tax revenue and thus limits the state's fiscal capacity.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill incentivizes paid parental leave, which is known to improve maternal and infant health outcomes, support parental mental well-being, and is listed under 'Health and Human Services'.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill creates tax credits for employers offering paid parental leave, which directly expands worker benefits and strengthens employment standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Paid Leave

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 340: Enact the Baby Bonus Act

To amend section 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.74 of the Revised Code to create an income tax credit for employers that provide a childbirth bonus and to name this act the Baby Bonus Act.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill creates a new income tax credit for employers, which reduces state tax revenue and thus limits available funds for the state budget.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill creates an income tax credit for employers that provide a childbirth bonus, incentivizing an expansion of worker benefits.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives

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in committee · Ohio · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 235: Authorize tax credit for handgun training and firearms storage

To amend sections 5747.08 and 5747.98 and to enact sections 5747.87 and 5747.88 of the Revised Code to authorize a nonrefundable income tax credit for the cost of handgun training and firearms storage and locking devices.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes a nonrefundable income tax credit, which reduces state tax revenue and thus limits funds available for the state budget.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill incentivizes responsible firearm ownership through training and storage, which can indirectly reduce firearm-related incidents and support public safety, a core goal of criminal justice.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Firearms

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 342: Enact the Invest in Marriage Act

To amend section 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.74 of the Revised Code to create an income tax credit for employers that provide a marriage bonus and to name this act the Invest in Marriage Act.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesHB 342 creates an income tax credit for employers, which reduces state tax revenue and limits the state budget.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill incentivizes employers to provide a 'marriage bonus' to employees through a tax credit, expanding a form of worker benefit.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 5, 2025

SB 129: Authorize tax credit for employer group health plan premiums

To amend sections 5725.98, 5726.98, 5729.98, 5747.98, and 5751.98 and to enact sections 5725.39, 5726.62, 5727.242, 5727.301, 5729.22, 5736.51, 5747.74, and 5751.56 of the Revised Code to authorize a refundable tax credit for a portion of employer group health plan premiums.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes a refundable tax credit, which reduces state tax revenue and thereby limits the state's fiscal resources and budget.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill authorizes a tax credit for employer group health plan premiums, incentivizing employers to provide health insurance and thereby expanding health coverage.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill authorizes a tax credit for employer group health plan premiums, incentivizing employers to provide or maintain health insurance, thereby expanding worker benefits.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Insurance

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