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Housing (Local Government)

Every housing 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 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 · 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 · 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
in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 45: Expand eligibility for county sewer discounted rates or charges

SB 45 would amend Ohio Revised Code section 6117.02 to expand eligibility for discounted sewer rates or charges in county sewer districts. Currently, certain property owners may not qualify for these discounts, but this bill would broaden the criteria to include more residents and businesses connected to county sewer systems. The bill does not alter existing rules for setting standard sewer rates, connection fees, or penalties for late payments. It directly affects property owners who currently do not qualify for discounts but would meet the expanded eligibility under this legislation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill expands eligibility for discounted sewer rates, providing financial relief to residents and businesses by reducing government-imposed charges, akin to tax relief.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expands eligibility for discounted rates for a utility (sewer services), aligning with 'protects utility consumers' under the broad 'Energy' topic including utilities.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingSB 45 expands eligibility for discounted sewer rates, reducing a recurring housing cost for residents and businesses, which contributes to housing affordability.75% confidence
Tags Local Government