property taxes

There’s a possibility Ohio voters could be asked to abolish property taxes next year, which would leave safety forces that rely on that revenue without funding.

The Republican who heads the Ohio Senate’s Education committee has a plan that he says will solve the over-reliance on local property taxes to pay for education.

A group that is collecting signatures to put property tax abolition on the statewide ballot in Ohio next year is questioning budget decisions.

Eight of the largest school districts in Ohio are urging Gov. Mike DeWine to veto a few provisions in the budget the legislature passed last week.

Backers of the amendment to abolish property taxes in Ohio said they're now aiming for the fall 2026 ballot.

The bill from Republicans in the Ohio House includes a variety of proposals to limit local property tax increases and provide relief to taxpayers who need assistance.

The bill would affect local levels for safety forces, libraries and schools.

The Ohio Ballot Board gave its approval to allow the petitions to be circulated as is instead of breaking it into multiple parts.

The proposed constitutional amendment that would abolish property taxes in Ohio, which are used to fund schools, law enforcement and many local services.

Ohio House Speaker Jason Stephens said lawmakers are still debating how best to provide property tax relief.