Environment

in committee · Ohio · House Jun 9, 2026

HCR 47: Urge U.S. EPA review certain energy security, oil and gas rules

To urge the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to review and reconsider certain rules that impact our country's energy security and Ohio's small conventional oil and gas operators.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill urges EPA review of rules impacting energy security and small oil/gas operators, aligning with protecting energy infrastructure.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill urges EPA to review rules impacting energy security and small oil/gas operators, implying potential weakening of environmental regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Conservation

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passed · Ohio · Senate Jun 16, 2026

SCR 20: Urge Congress accelerate deployment of new energy infrastructure

This resolution from the Ohio General Assembly urges Congress to reform federal permitting and environmental review processes to speed up the construction of new energy infrastructure. It specifically calls for changes to laws like the National Environmental Policy Act and the Clean Water Act to reduce delays that currently hinder projects such as power lines, pipelines, and generation facilities. The bill also requests better timelines and data for federal agencies and suggests limiting the use of courts to block projects. While the resolution does not create new laws itself, it formally asks federal lawmakers to prioritize legislation that would make it faster and cheaper to build domestic energy systems.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill urges accelerating energy infrastructure deployment by reforming permitting and environmental review processes to reduce delays.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill seeks to weaken environmental review processes and reduce delays for energy infrastructure, potentially limiting environmental protections.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Pipeline Infrastructure Transmission Water Quality

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 627: Allow county commissioners to disapprove scenic river designation

HB 627 allows county commissioners to formally veto scenic river designations for waterways designated on or after November 2024. If a county board passes a resolution disapproving the designation within 45 days of public notice (after the director publishes the proposal), the director must terminate the scenic river status. This change specifically applies to scenic rivers, not wild or recreational rivers, and does not affect private property rights or existing regulatory authority. The bill adds a county-level approval step to the existing process where the director proposes river designations and seeks public input.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentAllows counties to veto scenic river designations, weakening environmental protections by enabling local disapproval of river conservation efforts under Environment/Natural Resources.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 5, 2025

HB 142: Regards natural gas company rate plans, property valuation

To amend sections 4909.05, 4909.06, 4909.07, 4909.08, 4909.15, 4909.155, 4909.156, 4909.18, 4909.191, 4909.42, 4928.18, and 4929.041 and to enact sections 4903.30, 4929.052, 4929.053, 4929.054, 4929.055, 4929.056, 4929.057, 4929.058, 4929.059, and 4929.0510 of the Revised Code to allow for alternative rate plans for natural gas companies to serve large load customers and to make changes to the process of valuating natural gas company property.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill allows alternative rate plans and modifies property valuation for natural gas companies, facilitating their operations within the energy utility sector.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentThe bill facilitates natural gas company operations, including alternative rate plans for large customers. This may increase natural gas consumption, a fossil fuel contributing to environmental issues.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Utility Regulation

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 26, 2025

SB 122: Regards local authority for agricultural land zoning resolutions

To amend sections 303.21 and 519.21 of the Revised Code to eliminate the authority of townships and counties to adopt zoning resolutions for agricultural land under certain circumstances.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentEliminates local authority for agricultural land zoning, potentially limiting local environmental protection and conservation efforts related to land use.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBy eliminating local zoning authority over agricultural land, the bill could facilitate housing development on previously restricted land, thus advancing the topic.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Zoning Tags Local Government

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 26, 2025

SB 116: Reduce tangible personal property tax for pipe-line companies

SB 116 reduces the tangible personal property tax rate for pipeline companies in Ohio from 88% to 25% of true value. This directly affects pipeline companies operating in Ohio, lowering their property tax burden on taxable assets like pipelines and related equipment. The bill amends Revised Code section 5727.111 to implement this rate change for all pipeline company property first taxed in Ohio after the effective date. The key provision is the uniform 25% tax rate, replacing the previous 88% rate for this specific industry.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesSB 116 reduces the tangible personal property tax rate for pipeline companies, directly lowering state tax revenue and impacting the overall budget.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill reduces property taxes for pipeline companies, thereby financially supporting the operation and maintenance of energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentReduces taxes for pipeline companies, potentially incentivizing fossil fuel infrastructure development and operation, which can have negative environmental impacts.65% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill reduces taxes for pipeline companies, which operate transportation infrastructure. This could strengthen their financial ability to maintain or expand these systems.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Property Tax Pipeline Infrastructure

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passed · Ohio · House May 14, 2025

HB 126: Prohibit certain public nuisance actions

House Bill 126 proposes to prohibit specific types of public nuisance actions. It achieves this by amending existing sections and enacting a new section within the Revised Code (715.44, 2307.71, and 2307.801). The bill's provisions would limit the ability to file certain lawsuits related to public nuisances. This change directly affects who can bring such claims and under what circumstances.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill limits public nuisance actions, potentially restricting legal recourse against activities that cause environmental harm or pollution.80% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingHB 126 prohibits certain public nuisance actions, which could weaken tenant protections or community oversight of housing conditions and property maintenance.75% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Apr 2, 2025

HB 201: Allow specified hunting on landowner's property without a permit

To amend sections 1533.10, 1533.11, and 1533.111 of the Revised Code to allow a resident landowner's parents and grandchildren to hunt on the landowner's property without obtaining a hunting license, deer permit, wild turkey permit, or fur taker permit.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill removes hunting permit requirements for a specific group, which slightly weakens regulatory oversight for natural resource management and conservation of wildlife.75% confidence

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signed · Ohio · House Sep 30, 2025

HB 64: Revise age for discounted hunting, fishing licenses and permits

To amend sections 1533.10, 1533.11, 1533.111, 1533.32, and 1533.321 of the Revised Code to allow Ohio residents who are 65 and up, instead of 66 and up, to qualify for discounted hunting and fishing licenses and permits.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBy expanding eligibility for discounted hunting/fishing licenses, the bill may reduce revenue that typically funds natural resource management and conservation efforts.65% confidence

in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 540: Require payments in lieu of taxes from certain conservation orgs

To enact section 5709.122 of the Revised Code to require payments in lieu of taxes from conservation organizations with significant holdings of tax-exempt land.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill requires payments in lieu of taxes from tax-exempt land, which would increase revenue for state or local budgets, aligning with supporting fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill requires payments in lieu of taxes to local governments, which could increase overall revenue, a portion of which often funds local K-12 schools.65% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentThe bill requires payments from conservation organizations, potentially limiting their financial resources for environmental protection and conservation efforts.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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