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Bill Summary · SB 66

Legislative bill overview

SB 66 modifies how Ohio calculates the "millage floor" for school funding by including certain levies and taxes that were previously excluded from this calculation. The millage floor is the minimum property tax rate that schools must maintain to receive state funding. This bill expands which revenue sources count toward meeting that minimum threshold.

Why is this important

School funding in Ohio is heavily dependent on property taxes and state aid formulas. By changing what counts toward the millage floor, this bill could shift the burden of school funding between local property taxpayers and the state budget. It may affect which school districts qualify for additional state support and could impact property tax rates across different communities.

Potential points of contention

  • State vs. local funding balance: Expanding what counts toward the floor may reduce state funding obligations while increasing reliance on local property taxes, or vice versa depending on implementation
  • Equity concerns: Different districts have different revenue sources; changing the calculation could disadvantage districts with limited non-property-tax revenue options
  • Tax burden distribution: The change could shift financial responsibility between residential/commercial property owners and other taxpayers, affecting overall property tax rates

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

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