✔️ HB645
Require the use of zero-based budgeting every ten years
Summary
The bill requires the state of Ohio to implement zero-based budgeting for the development of the state budget every ten years, starting with the general assembly convening in 2027. It mandates that the governor submit a budget based on zero-based budgeting principles and that state agencies prepare their budget estimates accordingly. The bill amends several sections of the Revised Code to incorporate these requirements.
Rationale
The bill introduces a structured budgeting approach which may align with the Libertarian emphasis on fiscal responsibility, but it also imposes additional government requirements that could be seen as increasing government control over budgeting processes. The LPO's score is higher due to its focus on state sovereignty and fiscal prudence, while the LP's score reflects concerns about government overreach.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government control over budgeting processes
- Potential inefficiencies in implementation
- Risk of bureaucratic expansion