The Latest Legislative Information
February 8, 2021
OHIO SENATE TAKES QUICK ACTION IN SUPPORT OF OHIO'S BUSINESS COMMUNITY
On February 3, the Ohio Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 13 – legislation that will improve the state’s business and legal climates by reforming Ohio’s contract laws.

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CHAMBER LENDS SUPPORT TO REGULATORY REFORM MEASURE

Last week, the Ohio Chamber put forth proponent testimony regarding Senate Bill 9; a measure that would reduce regulatory restrictions for administrative agencies by 30% by the year 2024.

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FINANCIAL LITERACY BILL RECEIVES HEARING IN SENATE

On February 2, the Ohio Senate Primary and Secondary Education Committee held its first hearing on Senate Bill 1.

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OHIO CHAMBER DELIVERS TESTIMONY BROADBAND ACCESS BILL

Early last week, the Ohio Chamber delivered proponent testimony on Senate Bill 8 (SB 8) in front of the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee.

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GOVERNOR'S BUDGET PROPOSAL PRIORITIZES SMALL BUSINESS ECONOMIC RECOVERY

As expected on February 1, Gov. Mike DeWine unveiled his administration’s proposed state budget for the next biennial period, covering fiscal years 2021 and 2022.

For more on the governor's budget, go here.
Contact Ohio Chamber Lobbyists

Keith Lake, Vice President, Government Affairs
Kevin Boehner, Director, Small Business & Workforce Policy
Kevin Shimp, Director, Labor & Legal Affairs
Tony Long, Director, Tax & Economic Policy
Stephanie Kromer, Director, Energy & Environmental Policy