Advocacy

Aug 9, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

his group will provide feedback and participate in testing. On-site system testing is planned for the last few weeks of September, with multiple dates and times available.

Aug 9, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Ohio also launched a free age verification app for businesses, enabling them to securely and privately accept customers’ mobile driver's licenses and ID cards in person using an iPhone.

Aug 9, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the nation added 114,000 jobs in July, while the national unemployment rate rose to 4.3%, from 4.1% in June.

Aug 8, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

At the ABO’s July meeting, at OSCPA’s request, the ABO voted to ask Attorney General Yost’s office to assist it in securing guidance from the Ohio Supreme Court for Ohio CPAs on the preparation and filing of Beneficial Ownership Information reports.

Aug 2, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Monday’s House Journal included new chair appointments as well as committee assignments for the latest member to join the chamber, Rep. Tex Fischer (R-Youngstown).

Aug 2, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The proposed amendment says the state or local governments "shall not have the right or power to increase the taxable property value on any citizen's private property or properties," without the private property owner's agreement or consent.

Aug 2, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik announced $36.7 million in state tax credits will support 17 theatrical, television, and film production projects in Ohio.

Jul 26, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Ohio will have an expanded sales tax holiday from 12 a.m. Tuesday, July 30 through 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8.

Jul 26, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

This milestone demonstrates Ohio employers' demand for the skills needed to keep up with modern and future-forward technology.

Jul 26, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Detailed planning can begin in earnest for the upcoming biennial budget cycle after the Office of Budget and Management published official guidance for FY26-27.

Jul 19, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

While Mr. B teaches kids their ABCs, this week he’s bringing updates on Beneficial Ownership Information and the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation.

Jul 19, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Ohio was recently ranked fifth-highest among states for taxpayer return on investment by personal finance site WalletHub, leading all neighboring states.

Jul 19, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The BWC announced Wednesday that registration has opened for the free, virtual Medical and Health Symposium it will host from Wednesday, Nov. 13 through Friday, Nov. 15.

Jul 17, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Last summer, the Ohio Department of Taxation launched Project NextGEN to replace the current systems that administer Ohio’s individual and school district income taxes. The new system is scheduled to go-live on Sept. 5, 2023, and will provide a “banking experience” for taxpayers and tax professionals.

Jul 12, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Shoppers, start your engines. Ohio’s expanded Sales Tax Holiday will take place from 12:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 30 until 11:59 p.m. Thursday, August 8.

Jul 12, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Despite lagging tax revenues, investment earnings and underspending helped Ohio end the fiscal year with a $1.1 billion balance.

Jul 12, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The Ohio Department of Transportation and DriveOhio recently announced the opening of two new vehicle charging stations built using federal funds through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program.

Jul 9, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Several members recently reached out to OSCPA concerning SDIT 2210 penalty and interest notices received by their farming and fishing clients and OSCPA secured guidance for impacted taxpayers and their CPAs.

Jun 28, 2024, 02:00 AM by Natalie Rooney

Referred to as perhaps the largest capital budget in Ohio history, the Senate passed and the House agreed to amended House Bill 2 (Cutrona-Upchurch) June 26, sending the bill to Gov. Mike DeWine.

Jun 28, 2024, 02:00 AM by Natalie Rooney

The Ohio House voted June 26 to appoint political consultant Tex Fischer to the House District 58 seat being vacated by Rep. Al Cutrona (R-Canfield).