Ohio’s state tax collections outpaced expectations in August by $52.1 million, according to preliminary figures from the Office of Budget and Management. The state collected $2.57 billion for the month, 2.1% above estimates.

Ohioans have submitted more than 50 proposals through an online portal for congressional map suggestions, launched last week to satisfy a constitutional requirement giving the public a voice in redistricting. The submissions reveal sharp partisan divides.

As Ohio transitions toward a flat income tax system, the Ohio Department of Taxation has issued updated withholding tables effective for payrolls ending on or after Oct. 1, 2025.

The Ohio Department of Taxation used its Sept. 10 Ohio Virtual Tax Academy to highlight major tax provisions in House Bill 96. The legislation makes broad updates across Ohio’s tax code, impacting individuals, businesses and local governments.

A summary of Ohio’s legislative news for the week ending Sept. 12, 2025

Join OSCPA President & CEO Laura A. Hay, CPA, CAE, and special guest Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel for our September Town Hall. This month’s discussion will focus on Ohio’s economic development and its impact on the accounting profession. Register today!

Gov. Mike DeWine’s property tax reform study group met Sept. 4 to weigh local government reforms to inhibit property tax growth, including giving county commissioners gatekeeping powers over ballot access.

Ohioans can now play a direct role in shaping the state’s next congressional districts. Republican legislative leaders this week unveiled redistricting.legislature.ohio.gov, a new portal where the public can submit proposed maps.

A summary of Ohio’s legislative news for the week ending Sept. 5, 2025.

As the Ohio Department of Taxation prepares to roll out its OH|TAX e-Services platform, Ohio CPAs are invited to attend in-person testing sessions to preview and provide feedback on the new functionality. Sign up now for sessions on Sept. 9 or 11.