Budget & Taxes

in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 15, 2025

SB 284: Waive penalty for not filing certain tax returns if no tax is due

To amend sections 5747.15 and 5751.06 and to enact section 5739.125 of the Revised Code to waive penalties for taxpayers that do not file certain tax returns because no tax is due.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill provides tax relief by waiving penalties for taxpayers who do not file certain tax returns when no tax is due, promoting a fairer fiscal management approach.85% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 1, 2025

SB 255: Provide grants for mortgage, property tax, and utility bill help

SB 255 would create a new program under Ohio law to provide state grants to eligible residents. The grants would directly assist qualifying households with payments for mortgage principal, property taxes, and utility bills. The bill establishes a specific funding mechanism (section 175.50 of the Revised Code) to distribute these financial supports. It focuses on concrete financial relief for low-to-moderate income homeowners facing housing cost burdens.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 255 creates a state grant program for mortgage and property tax relief, directly involving government spending and providing financial support (tax relief) for eligible residents.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergySB 255 provides grants for utility bill assistance, which directly protects utility consumers and supports the utility sector by ensuring payment for services.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingSB 255 creates a grant program to assist low-to-moderate income homeowners with mortgage and property tax payments, directly funding housing support.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill provides general financial assistance for housing costs, which eligible low-to-moderate income veterans would qualify for, thereby advancing their financial well-being.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Homeownership Housing Finance Property Taxes

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 1, 2025

HCR 24: Declare national debt a security threat;urge Congressional action

To recognize that the national debt is a threat to the national security of the United States and to urge the United States Congress to commit to establishing an effective regular order for budgeting.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill addresses the national debt and urges Congress to establish effective budgeting, directly promoting fiscal responsibility and sound fiscal management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds State Budget

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 18, 2025

HB 365: Enact the Property Tax Refund Act

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 and to name this act the Property Tax Refund Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 365 authorizes a refundable income tax credit/rebate, directly affecting taxation and providing tax relief to homeowners and renters.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax credits/rebates for homeowners and renters whose housing costs exceed 5% of income, directly increasing housing affordability for both groups.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Housing Finance Property Taxes

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in committee · Ohio · House Apr 2, 2025

HB 212: Allow eligible homeowners to defer property tax payment

To amend sections 319.202, 319.302, 323.155, 323.158, 4503.0610, and 5323.02 and to enact sections 323.21 and 323.22 of the Revised Code to allow eligible homeowners to defer the payment of a portion of their property taxes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allows eligible homeowners to defer property tax payments, providing a form of tax relief or management for citizens regarding their tax burden.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 212 allows eligible homeowners to defer property tax payments, which helps protect homeownership and property rights by easing financial burdens.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Homeownership Property Taxes

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 5, 2025

HB 40: Increase disabled veteran enhanced homestead exemption

HB 40 increases the homestead property tax exemption for disabled veterans and their surviving spouses in Ohio. It raises the exemption value from $25,000 to $100,000 for veterans with income under $125,000 (adjusted annually), and to $50,000 for those over $125,000. The bill also expands the exemption to surviving spouses of disabled veterans (and public service officers killed in duty) who meet income limits, with annual adjustments tied to the GDP deflator. This change replaces existing exemptions under related tax sections and applies to only one homestead per eligible person.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 40 provides tax relief by increasing property tax exemptions for disabled veterans and their surviving spouses, directly impacting taxation and fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases property tax exemption for disabled veterans, reducing their housing costs and making homeownership more affordable for this group.80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill increases homestead property tax exemption for disabled veterans and their surviving spouses, expanding their benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 26, 2025

HB 120: Exempt from sales and use tax sales of firearm safety devices

HB 120 exempts the sale of firearm safety devices (such as trigger locks or gun safes) from Ohio's sales and use tax. This change directly affects consumers purchasing these devices and retailers selling them, removing the tax obligation on these specific products. The bill amends Ohio Revised Code sections 5739.01-5739.17 to create this tax exemption, making it a concrete policy change for firearm safety device transactions. The legislation does not alter tax treatment for other firearm-related items or general sales.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 120 provides tax relief to consumers by exempting firearm safety devices from sales and use tax, aligning with the 'provides tax relief' indicator for support.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBy exempting firearm safety devices from sales tax, HB 120 promotes safer firearm storage, which can indirectly contribute to crime prevention, thus advancing a core goal of criminal justice.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Sales Tax Tax Incentives Firearms

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 18, 2025

HCR 8: Urge Congress to make the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent

HCR 8 is a non-binding resolution urging the U.S. Congress to permanently extend the tax provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. It does not change tax law itself but formally requests federal lawmakers to make the 2017 tax cuts permanent. The resolution directly affects the state legislature's position and its representatives who may advocate for this stance with federal officials. It has no legal effect on current tax rates or policy.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill advocates for permanently extending tax cuts, which provides ongoing tax relief, aligning with a 'support' indicator for Budget & Taxes.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 5, 2025

HB 39: Allow state income tax deduction for overtime wages

HB 39 would amend Ohio's tax code (section 5747.01) to allow taxpayers to deduct overtime wages from their state taxable income, similar to regular wages. This change would directly affect Ohio residents who earn overtime pay, such as hourly workers, by reducing their taxable income for state income tax purposes. The bill modifies existing tax provisions to explicitly include overtime wages under the deduction for "wages and salaries" previously only applied to base pay. It does not change tax rates or create new credits, but expands the scope of deductible income under current Ohio tax law. The bill is currently pending in committee after introduction on February 3, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 39 provides state income tax relief by allowing deductions for overtime wages, directly aligning with 'provides tax relief for middle/lower income'.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 39 allows a state income tax deduction for overtime wages, directly benefiting workers by reducing their tax burden and effectively increasing their net income from labor.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Labor Standards

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 26: Create the Joint Law Enforcement Oversight Committee

SB 26 creates the Joint Law Enforcement Oversight Committee (JLEOC) to evaluate Ohio's training standards and programs for all peace officers. The committee, composed of six bipartisan members (three from the Senate and three from the House), will review existing training requirements, recommend improvements to statutes or rules, and assess related legislation. JLEOC may subpoena witnesses, hold public hearings, and employ technical staff to assist its work. This bill directly affects peace officer training oversight by establishing a formal legislative body to monitor and evaluate current standards.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 26 creates a new committee (JLEOC) that will employ technical staff and conduct operations, requiring state appropriations and increasing government spending.80% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeSB 26 creates an oversight committee to evaluate and recommend improvements to law enforcement training standards, which enhances police accountability within the criminal justice system.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentSB 26 creates a committee to evaluate and recommend improvements to peace officer training standards, which strengthens employment standards and potentially workplace safety for these workers.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing

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