Regards school district property taxes, school funding formula

Number H. B. No. 186
Type House Bill
General Assembly 136
https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb186

Sponsors

In the legislative process, a bill sponsor is the primary congressmen who introduces a piece of legislation for consideration. Think of the sponsor as the "author" or chief advocate for a bill.

While a bill usually has one primary sponsor (or a few lead sponsors), other lawmakers can sign on as co-sponsors. A co-sponsor is a congressmen who adds their name to the bill to publicly show their support and increase the bill's chances of passing, even if they are not managing the day-to-day legislative strategy.

The key responsibilities of a sponsor include:

  • Introduction: They are the official person who formally submits the bill to be read and debated by the legislative body.
  • Advocacy: They act as the primary champion for the legislation, explaining its purpose and arguing why it is necessary.
  • Gathering Support: They work to persuade other lawmakers to vote for the bill and often seek out expert testimony or public support to build momentum.
  • Navigating the Process: They help shepherd the bill through various committees, negotiate amendments or changes, and guide it toward a final vote.

Primary Sponsors

David Thomas
District 65
Party Republican
Chamber House of Representatives
James M. Hoops
District 81
Party Republican
Chamber House of Representatives

Co-Sponsors

Brian Stewart
District 12
Party Republican
Chamber House of Representatives
Sean P. Brennan
District 14
Party Democrat
Chamber House of Representatives
Michael D. Dovilla
District 17
Party Republican
Chamber House of Representatives
Bill Roemer
District 31
Party Republican
Chamber House of Representatives
Jack K. Daniels
District 32
Party Republican
Chamber House of Representatives
Tom Young
District 37
Party Republican
Chamber House of Representatives
Phil Plummer
District 39
Party Republican
Chamber House of Representatives
Rodney Creech
District 40
Party Republican
Chamber House of Representatives
Elgin Rogers, Jr.
District 42
Party Democrat
Chamber House of Representatives
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Status Changes

House Senate Governor
  1. Introduced
    Mar 19 2025
  2. Referred to committee
    Mar 26 2025
  3. Reported - Re-referred to Finance
    Oct 21 2025
  4. Reported - Substitute - Re-referred to Rules and Reference
    Oct 21 2025
  5. Passed
    Oct 22 2025
    Vote Result
    Passed
  6. Reported
    Oct 22 2025
    Vote Result
    Favorable Passage
  7. Concurred in Senate amendments
    Nov 19 2025
    Vote Result
    Passed
  1. Introduced
    Oct 28 2025
  2. Referred to committee
    Oct 29 2025
  3. Passed
    Nov 19 2025
    Vote Result
    Passed
  4. Reported - Substitute
    Nov 19 2025
    Vote Result
    Favorable Passage
  1. Sent To The Governor
    Dec 09 2025
  2. Signed By The Governor
    Dec 19 2025
  3. Effective Appropriations effective immediately
    Mar 20 2026

Documents

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As Re-referred to House Committee
As Reported By House Committee
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As Enrolled
As Reported By Senate Committee
As Introduced