The Ohio Assembly can have bills in process across all committees in both the House of Representatives and Senate. Here is a list of the bills the LPO political team are tracking.
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- HB161 Extend sales, use and local lodging taxes to short-term rentals
This bill amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code to extend sales, use, and local lodging taxes to short-term rentals, requiring short-term rental platforms to collect and remit these taxes on behalf of property owners. The bill specifies the definitions of relevant terms and outlines the administrative responsibilities of local authorities regarding the tax collection and allocation. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB160 Revise liquor control, hemp, and adult-use marijuana laws
HB160 revises liquor control, hemp, and adult-use marijuana laws in Ohio, establishing regulations for the cultivation, processing, and sale of marijuana, including the imposition of a 10% excise tax on adult-use marijuana sales. It allows for the expungement of certain marijuana-related offenses and sets forth licensing requirements for cultivators, processors, and dispensaries. The bill also includes provisions for local governments to regulate the number of licensed marijuana businesses within their jurisdictions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB16 Prohibit certain restrictions on display of political yard signs
This bill prohibits homeowners' associations and similar entities from restricting the display of political yard signs, specifically during the thirty days leading up to an election. It allows for reasonable restrictions on the size, number, and placement of these signs, provided they do not violate specific laws. Violations of this bill are deemed against public policy and unenforceable in court. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB159 Create the manufacturing technologies assistance grant program
The bill establishes the manufacturing technologies assistance grant program, allowing eligible manufacturers in Ohio to apply for grants to fund projects that enhance productivity, efficiency, and competitiveness through technology integration. Eligible manufacturers must meet specific criteria, including revenue thresholds and employee counts, and must provide matching funds. The program is funded with an appropriation of $24 million from the General Revenue Fund. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB158 Enact the Consumer Utility Billing Transparency Act
The bill requires that utility bills issued to residential customers by gas, natural gas, water works, or electric light companies itemize various costs, including distribution, generation, transmission, supply costs, and all separate riders, charges, taxes, and governmental fees. Each line item must specify the amount apportioned to the customer for the billing period. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB157 Enact the Hunger-Free Campus Act
The Hunger-Free Campus Act establishes a grant program to support state and private nonprofit institutions of higher education in addressing food insecurity among students. Qualifying institutions can apply for grants to create on-campus food pantries, provide information on assistance programs, and develop emergency assistance grants. The program is administered by the chancellor of higher education, who will set criteria for grant awards and require reporting on the use and effects of the grants. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB156 Authorize a property tax freeze for certain owner-occupied homes
HB156 authorizes a property tax freeze for certain owner-occupied homes, specifically targeting individuals who are permanently disabled, aged 65 or older, or surviving spouses of such individuals. The bill outlines eligibility criteria, application processes, and the calculation of tax reductions based on income and property value. It also includes provisions for adjustments to income thresholds and penalties for false statements. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB155 Prohibit diversity, equity, and inclusion in public schools
This bill prohibits diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in public schools by mandating that school boards adopt policies that ban related training, offices, and job descriptions. It requires schools to establish a complaint process for violations and outlines penalties for non-compliance. The bill applies to all city, local, exempted village, and joint vocational school districts in Ohio. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB154 Require school district approval-certain property tax exemptions
The bill requires school district approval for property tax exemptions related to residential community reinvestment areas. Property owners must apply for exemptions, and the school board must approve any agreements before construction or remodeling can commence. The bill outlines conditions under which exemptions may be granted and the process for verification and approval. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB153 Include state, district school board members on partisan ballot
The bill requires state and school district board members to be nominated by primary election and to appear on the ballot with a party designation. It amends several sections of the Revised Code and repeals others related to the election process for these positions. The changes will first apply to the nomination of candidates for the State Board of Education and local boards of education starting with the next primary election held in an even-numbered year that is at least 120 days after the bill's effective date. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB152 Regulate the provision of earned wage access services
The bill regulates earned wage access services by requiring providers to obtain a certificate of registration, establish consumer protections, and comply with specific operational guidelines. It mandates background checks for key officers of providers, sets financial requirements for registrants, and outlines the fees associated with registration and compliance. The bill also specifies that earned wage access services are not considered loans or credit. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB151 Allocate state revenue surplus to fund road and bridge projects
The bill allocates a portion of any state revenue surplus to fund road and bridge projects through the creation of the Connect4Ohio fund. It requires the director of budget and management to determine surplus revenue annually and specifies the distribution of funds to various accounts, including the budget stabilization fund and the expanded sales tax holiday fund. The bill also establishes the Connect4Ohio program to assist in creating seamless transportation connections throughout Ohio. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB150 Enact the Clock Out Kids Act
The Clock Out Kids Act requires school employees to report suspected minor labor law violations, increases penalties for such violations, and establishes the Minor Labor Law Enforcement Fund. It mandates that employers maintain a list of minors employed and provides for enforcement actions against employers violating labor laws regarding minors. The bill also appropriates funds for enforcement activities. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB15 Amend competitive retail electric service law
The bill amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code related to competitive retail electric service, including changes to the certification process for electric utilities and the regulation of competitive retail electric services. It establishes requirements for electric utilities to provide competitive services and outlines the conditions under which these services may be regulated or exempt from regulation. The bill also addresses the taxation of electric company property and repeals certain sections of previous legislation. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB149 Enact Withholding Illegal Revenue Entering Drug Markets WIRED Act
The bill imposes a 3% transfer fee on money transmissions by licensees and authorized delegates in Ohio, creating a fund for local law enforcement to combat human and drug trafficking. It allows for a refundable income tax credit for taxpayers based on the transfer fees paid, with specific reporting and payment requirements for those transmitting money. The act is named the Withholding Illegal Revenue Entering Drug Markets (WIRED) Act. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB148 Establish tax refund designation for spaying, neutering pets
The bill establishes an income tax refund designation to assist low-income individuals in spaying and neutering their pets. It creates the Ohio pet fund, which will provide financial assistance to eligible organizations and individuals based on specific income criteria and government assistance program participation. The fund will be financed through contributions from taxpayers' income tax refunds. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB147 Exempt from sales and use tax certain port authority materials
The bill exempts from sales and use tax building materials sold to contractors under contracts valued at $25 million or more for projects in areas with a port authority. This exemption applies specifically to construction projects that meet these financial and locational criteria. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB146 Revise civil service status of certain county probation positions
This bill amends section 2301.27 of the Revised Code to change the civil service status of certain positions in county probation departments from classified to unclassified. It allows courts to establish probation departments, appoint officers, and contract with agencies for probation services, while specifying qualifications and training for probation officers. The bill also permits probation officers to carry firearms under certain conditions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB145 Regards the minimum number of hours in a school year
The bill amends sections of the Revised Code to establish minimum instructional hours for nonchartered nonpublic schools and requires these schools to report enrollment and attendance to local education authorities. It mandates that teachers hold at least a bachelor's degree and outlines the subjects that must be included in the curriculum. Additionally, it specifies that nonchartered nonpublic schools are not entitled to pupil transportation or auxiliary services. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB144 Enact Keith’s Law regarding the communication disability database
The bill expands the communication disability database to include any person with a communication disability and allows access to this database through countywide 9-1-1 systems. It requires the development of a verification form for individuals to voluntarily register or remove themselves from the database. The bill mandates that the database information is not a public record. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB143 Authorize property tax exemption for certain long-term homeowners
The bill authorizes an enhanced property tax homestead exemption for long-term homeowners, specifically targeting individuals who are permanently disabled, aged 65 or older, or surviving spouses of such individuals. The exemption applies to real property taxes on homesteads owned and occupied by eligible persons, with specific income thresholds and reduction amounts defined. The bill also outlines application procedures and penalties for false statements regarding eligibility. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB142 Regards natural gas company rate plans, property valuation
HB142 amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code to allow natural gas companies to implement alternative rate plans for large load customers and modifies the process for valuating natural gas company property. The bill establishes criteria for settlements in public utility commission proceedings and outlines the requirements for natural gas companies to propose rate adjustments based on projected costs and infrastructure investments. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB141 Regards prescribed pediatric extended care centers
The bill establishes regulations for prescribed pediatric extended care centers in Ohio, requiring them to be licensed by the director of health. It outlines the application process, eligibility criteria, and operational standards for these centers, which provide care to medically dependent or technologically dependent children. The bill also mandates compliance with specific staffing ratios, record-keeping, and service provisions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB140 Authorize the refundable thriving families tax credit
The bill authorizes a refundable thriving families tax credit for individual taxpayers with dependents who are minor children, specifically targeting those with a household income not exceeding $85,000. The credit amount is $1,000 for each qualifying child under six years old and $500 for other qualifying children, with reductions based on income exceeding $65,000. Taxpayers must provide necessary information to claim the credit, and any excess credit will be refunded in monthly payments. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB14 Incorporate Internal Revenue Code changes into Ohio law
This bill amends section 5701.11 of the Revised Code to incorporate changes in the Internal Revenue Code as of March 15, 2023, into Ohio law. It allows taxpayers to irrevocably elect to incorporate federal tax provisions that differ from state provisions for taxable years ending after February 17, 2022, and before the effective date of the bill. The bill is declared an emergency measure to help taxpayers avoid increased compliance costs on their 2024 tax returns. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...