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News · OH

Ohio lawmakers may return for 90-day gas tax suspension

Economy and jobs

Vivek Ramaswamy’s plan could bring Ohio lawmakers back to Columbus next week to consider temporarily suspending the state gas tax.

The Ballot Ohio DeskSep 24, 2026

News · OH

Ohio leaders plan return for Ramaswamy gas-tax vote

Economy and jobs

Legislative leaders said lawmakers could return next week to consider a gas-tax plan requested by Republican gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy.

The Ballot Ohio Policy DeskSep 23, 2026

News · OH

Ohio voters to decide proposed property tax growth cap

Economy and jobs

A proposed amendment would limit property tax growth in Ohio, but it cannot take effect unless voters approve it.

The Ballot Ohio DeskSep 14, 2026