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Education (Local Government)

Every education bill, vote, and legislator stance in Ohio, automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

OH Legislature US Congress
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136th Legislature (2025-2026)
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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 421: Enact Taxpayers Freedom Trilogy–Act II: Arresting Inside Millage

To enact sections 5705.262 and 5705.263 of the Revised Code to allow electors to reduce unvoted property taxes by initiative and to name this act the Taxpayers Freedom Trilogy – Act Two: Arresting Inside Millage.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill allows electors to reduce unvoted property taxes, directly limiting government revenue and thus restricting fiscal capacity within the Budget & Taxes topic.90% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill allows electors to reduce property taxes, a primary funding source for K-12 schools, potentially cutting education funding.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill allows electors to reduce property taxes, which directly lowers the cost of homeownership and can increase housing affordability for property owners.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes Tags Local Government
in committee · Ohio · House Jun 18, 2025

HB 355: Increase vote threshold for local taxes subject to voter approval

To amend sections 128.35, 128.37, 128.38, 306.70, 307.697, 322.02, 345.02, 353.06, 511.07, 715.691, 715.70, 715.71, 715.72, 718.04, 718.09, 718.10, 757.02, 3318.06, 4301.421, 4504.02, 4504.15, 4504.21, 5739.021, 5739.026, 5739.09, 5743.021, 5743.024, 5743.026, 5748.021, 5748.03, 5748.08, and 5748.09 and to enact section 5705.17 of the Revised Code to increase the approval threshold required for passage of local taxes subject to voter approval.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill increases the vote threshold for local taxes, making it harder for local governments to raise revenue, thereby restricting their fiscal management capabilities.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill increases voter approval threshold for local taxes, making it harder for school districts to pass levies and secure funding for operations and facilities, as evidenced by the amendment of section 3318.06 (School Facilities Law).88% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingIncreasing the approval threshold for local taxes could make it harder for communities to fund housing initiatives, affordable housing programs, or related infrastructure.65% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationThe bill increases the voter approval threshold for local taxes, including those under Chapter 4504 (Local Motor Vehicle License Tax), making it harder to fund transportation infrastructure and services.88% confidence
Sub-Topics Business Taxes Property Tax Property Taxes Tags Local Government
in committee · Ohio · Senate May 28, 2025

SB 203: Require political subdivisions to adopt a cybersecurity program

SB 203 requires local governments (like cities, counties, and school districts) to adopt formal cybersecurity programs to protect their digital systems. The bill mandates these "political subdivisions" to create and maintain written plans addressing risks, such as securing data and preventing cyberattacks. Key provisions include establishing policies for incident response, employee training, and regular security assessments. This directly affects all local government entities by imposing specific, concrete requirements for safeguarding public information systems.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 203 mandates cybersecurity programs for local governments. By preventing costly cyberattacks and data breaches, these programs promote fiscal responsibility and protect government finances from significant losses, thus supporting the topic.75% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeSB 203 requires local governments, including criminal justice entities like police and courts, to adopt cybersecurity programs, strengthening their data protection and operational integrity.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 203 mandates cybersecurity programs for school districts, protecting their digital systems and data, thereby strengthening educational infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologySB 203 mandates cybersecurity programs for local governments, directly enhancing cybersecurity and protecting digital systems and data, aligning with the 'Technology' topic.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires local governments to adopt cybersecurity programs, protecting digital systems that manage transportation infrastructure (e.g., traffic control, public transit) from cyberattacks, thereby safeguarding their operation and safety.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Tags Local Government