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OH SJR2

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/30/2021

Primary Sponsor

Theresa Gavarone

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Origin

Senate

134th General Assembly (2021-2022)

AI Summary

  • Proposes constitutional amendment to authorize Ohio to issue up to $1 billion in general obligation bonds for clean water improvements, with a $100 million annual issuance limit.

  • Defines "clean water improvements" to include water and wastewater treatment systems, water quality research, reducing dredged material disposal in Lake Erie, and agricultural best management practices.

  • Allocates bond proceeds based on watersheds' phosphorous loading proportions, with a minimum of 50% directed to counties in the western Lake Erie basin.

  • Establishes that bonds are general obligations of the state backed by full faith and credit, with debt service exempt from certain constitutional appropriation requirements and taxation restrictions.

  • Requires voter approval at the November 8, 2022 general election, with the amendment taking effect immediately upon adoption by majority vote.

Legislative Description

CA: Issue bonds to fund clean water improvements

Finance and Appropriations

Last Action

Refer to Committee: Finance

4/21/2021

Committee Referrals

Finance4/21/2021

Full Bill Text

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