Budget & Taxes (Procurement)

introduced · Ohio · House Jul 16, 2026

HB 977: Exempt sales of aircraft to nonresidents from sales tax

HB 977 proposes to exempt the sale of aircraft to nonresidents from Ohio's sales tax. Currently, the state imposes a 5.75% tax on retail sales of aircraft, but this bill would create a specific exception for transactions where the buyer does not reside in Ohio. The legislation amends existing state tax codes to remove this particular charge while leaving other sales tax rules for aircraft and general retail items unchanged. This change would directly affect aircraft dealers and private buyers who are purchasing planes for use outside of the state.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill exempts aircraft sales to nonresidents from sales tax, generating revenue retention for the state by preventing tax leakage on out-of-state transactions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Sales Tax

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jun 2, 2026

SB 447: Exempt sales of aircraft to nonresidents from sales tax

This bill proposes to exempt sales of aircraft to nonresidents from Ohio's sales tax. It directly affects private aircraft dealers and out-of-state buyers who are purchasing planes within the state. The change would remove the requirement for these specific transactions to pay the standard five and three-fourths percent tax. This adjustment aims to align the treatment of aircraft sales with other similar exemptions for nonresident purchases of vehicles and watercraft.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill exempts aircraft sales tax for nonresidents, aligning with existing vehicle/watercraft exemptions and reducing regulatory burden on dealers.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Sales Tax

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in committee · Ohio · House Nov 5, 2025

HB 403: Establish the Toledo Mud Hens license plate

HB 403 would create a new specialty license plate design featuring the Toledo Mud Hens baseball team. Ohio drivers would have the option to select this plate when renewing or purchasing license plates. The bill amends Ohio law to establish the "Toledo Mud Hens" plate under the state's specialty plate program, allowing it to be issued by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles. This is a procedural bill that directly affects drivers choosing specialty plates and benefits the Mud Hens organization through plate sales.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill establishes a new specialty license plate, which typically involves additional fees that generate revenue for the state, contributing to its fiscal management.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill expands options within the state's vehicle registration system, managed by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, which is a component of transportation administration.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 605: Codify the Spearin doctrine in public construction contracts

HB 605 would formally include the Spearin doctrine in Ohio law for public construction projects. This means if a government agency provides inaccurate or incomplete plans or specifications, it becomes responsible for any resulting construction problems, not the contractor. The bill directly affects public contractors working on state or local government projects and government entities that create project plans. It establishes a clear legal standard to shift liability for issues caused by faulty government-provided plans.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 605 promotes fiscal responsibility by making government agencies financially accountable for errors in their public construction plans, incentivizing better planning.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill clarifies liability in public construction contracts, which supports efficient execution and quality of public infrastructure projects, including transportation.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2026

HB 603: Prohibit certain clauses from conservancy district contracts

To enact section 6101.162 of the Revised Code to prohibit a conservancy district's board of directors from including certain provisions, such as an indemnification clause, in a contract for the procurement of goods or services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProhibits clauses like indemnification in district contracts, reducing potential financial liabilities and promoting fiscal responsibility in government spending.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2026

HB 284: Require US-produced iron, steel be used on state-funded projects

To amend sections 153.011, 153.99, 3333.071, and 5525.21 of the Revised Code to require iron or steel that is produced in the United States be used on projects supported by state funds.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesHB 284 mandates the use of US-produced materials for state-funded projects, thereby restricting government spending flexibility and fiscal management options.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 284 requires US-produced materials for state projects, which is likely to increase demand for domestic manufacturing, supporting US employment and job creation.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 284 requires US-produced iron/steel for state-funded projects. This impacts transportation infrastructure construction, potentially strengthening its domestic supply chain.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 76: Regards the debarment of state vendors

SB 76 updates Ohio's rules for excluding state vendors from government contracts. It adds specific grounds for debarment, including contract failures (like missing deadlines), criminal convictions related to contracts (e.g., fraud or bribery), submitting false information, colluding to restrict competition, and repeated justified complaints. Vendors must be notified of proposed debarment and given a hearing opportunity before exclusion. Debarment periods range from one to three years, during which vendors cannot win state contracts, and the state will maintain a public list of debarred vendors.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill strengthens accountability in state contracting by debarring problematic vendors, which promotes fiscal responsibility and efficient use of government spending.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement

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signed · Ohio · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SB 262: Require construction contracts note variation from standard form

To amend sections 9.334, 153.12, 153.501, 153.503, and 153.693 of the Revised Code to require a public authority or other party to a construction contract to note variations from an industry standard form.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill enhances transparency and oversight in public construction contracts, promoting fiscal responsibility in government spending by noting variations from standard forms.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement

in committee · Ohio · House Apr 2, 2025

HB 202: Establish Joint Legislative Information Technology Oversight Comm

To amend section 9.27 and to enact sections 101.37, 125.074, and 126.024 of the Revised Code to establish the Joint Legislative Information Technology Oversight Committee and to expressly authorize state procurement of services and supplies through online marketplaces.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes oversight for IT and authorizes online procurement, suggesting improved fiscal management and responsible government spending.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill establishes a Joint Legislative Information Technology Oversight Committee and authorizes state procurement through online marketplaces, indicating an advancement and integration of technology in government operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement

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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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