Some very good news for Ohio taxpayers just in time for the holidays. Occupational licensing reform has passed both chambers. As the clock ticked towards the end of legislative session this week, the Senate concurred with the House’s amended version of occupational licensing reform legislation, sending the measure to Governor Kasich’s desk. Senate Bill 255, […]
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Ohio Senate Has Tremendous Opportunity to Protect Consumers from Bag, Container Bans & Taxes
Legislation that passed the Ohio House last week, HB 625, would protect consumers and businesses from the mess of fees, taxes, and bans that local city governments often place on containers and plastic bags. These misguided, and costly policies end up hurting shoppers who can least afford the extra burdens – and all for supposed […]
Promising Occupational Licensing Reform Deserves Passage Before Session Ends
Unnecessary, and often inconsistent, licensing requirements should not be standing in the way of qualified and motivated job seekers entering the workforce in the Buckeye state. Unfortunately, that is exactly what is happening right now. Ohio’s harmful occupational licensing practices led to nearly 7,000 Ohioans between the ages of 25-45 being denied licenses to work […]