Haley BeMiller

3 days ago | dispatch.com | Haley BeMiller

The Ohio Senate proposed a budget that includes a flat 2.75% income tax, property tax changes and Medicaid cuts. The budget also includes expanded homestead exemptions for seniors, veterans and people with disabilities. Medicaid funding would be cut by 1% in 2026 and 1.5% in 2027 under the proposal. Wealthy Ohioans could get a $1.1 billion tax cut under a plan from the Ohio Senate that would also cut Medicaid and overhaul the property tax system.

3 days ago | dispatch.com | Haley BeMiller

Some states use circuit breakers to help homeowners hit hard by property taxes. Would Ohio Republicans pay for it? Show Caption Hide Caption Soaring property values now turning into big tax billsWith home values surging since the pandemic, homeowners nationwide are now receiving new, bigger property tax bills as a result. Scripps NewsOhio lawmakers are debating solutions for property tax relief, including a "circuit breaker" program used in other states.

1 week ago | beaconjournal.com | Haley BeMiller

Ohio lawmakers are proposing legislation to require 60% voter approval for local tax levies, up from a simple majority. This proposal comes amid homeowner concerns about rising property taxes and stalled legislative efforts to provide relief. Critics argue the change is undemocratic and would make it harder for essential services like schools and libraries to be funded. As Ohio homeowners sound the alarm about high property taxes, lawmakers want to make it harder to pass local levies. Reps.

1 week ago | eu.cincinnati.com | Haley BeMiller

A new version of Senate Bill 56 eliminates jail time for passengers smoking marijuana, restricts home-grow locations and regulates hemp products. The bill changes how marijuana tax revenue is allocated, reducing funds for municipalities and eliminating money for substance abuse and social equity programs. Additional changes include capping dispensaries, restricting smoking locations, banning child-centric advertising and setting THC limits.

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Samantha Hendrickson |Haley BeMiller |Elizabeth B. Kim

As many as 500,000 Ohioans could lose Medicaid coverage under federal legislation that aims to enact President Donald Trump’s agenda. The U.S. House passed a sweeping budget bill last week that would slash Medicaid and food stamps, cut taxes and roll back climate policies. The measure would make unprecedented changes to the Medicaid program, which serves over 3 million patients in Ohio.