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OH HJR14

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/28/2018

Primary Sponsor

Ryan Smith

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd General Assembly (2017-2018)

AI Summary

  • Proposes constitutional amendment to authorize Ohio to issue up to $1 billion in general obligation bonds for sewer and water capital improvements for municipalities, counties, townships, and other governmental entities.

  • Limits bond issuance to $100 million per fiscal year, plus any unissued amounts from prior years, with bonds maturing within 20 years of issuance.

  • Defines eligible improvements as waste water treatment systems, water supply systems, storm water and sanitary collection/storage/treatment facilities, and related real property and equipment, including acquisition, construction, planning, and equipping costs.

  • Pledges state's full faith and credit, revenue, and taxing power to debt service payments, and exempts bond obligations and interest from state taxation.

  • Requires voter approval at the November 6, 2018 general election, with immediate effect upon adoption by majority of voting electors.

Legislative Description

Issue sewer and water capital improvements bonds

State and Local Government : Local Government

Last Action

Refer to Committee: State and Local Government

4/10/2018

Committee Referrals

State and Local Government4/10/2018

Full Bill Text

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