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HB 100

Authorize grant program for retailers that sell donated goods

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Elgin Rogers and 1 co-sponsor

Ohio bill creates a grant program to provide financial incentives to retailers selling donated goods, potentially boosting secondhand retail and charitable donation networks.

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Bill Summary · HB 100

Legislative bill overview

HB 100 authorizes the creation of a grant program in Ohio that provides financial assistance to retailers who sell donated goods. The bill establishes a funding mechanism and framework for distributing grants to qualifying secondhand or thrift retailers that accept and resell donated merchandise.

Why is this important

This bill could strengthen the secondhand retail sector and charitable donation infrastructure by providing economic incentives for businesses to accept and redistribute donated goods. It may increase access to affordable goods for lower-income consumers while reducing landfill waste and supporting nonprofit donation networks that rely on retail partners.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source uncertainty: The bill's viability depends on how the state will fund these grants—through general revenue, specific appropriations, or other mechanisms—which could affect budget priorities elsewhere
  • Retailer eligibility criteria: Unclear definitions of what qualifies as a "retailer that sells donated goods" could create disputes over which businesses receive grants, potentially favoring certain organizations over others
  • Program effectiveness and oversight: Questions about measuring return on investment, preventing fraud, and ensuring grants actually increase donation acceptance rather than subsidizing existing operations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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