Ohio 136th General Assembly Status: Introduced 2 R cosponsors

HB 994 — Enact the Joining-Opportunities Business and Schools (JOBS) Act

Last action — Introduced

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced August 27, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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In plain language

The bill authorizes tax incentives for partnerships between higher education and private employers.

This bill amends existing tax code to provide incentives for collaborations between institutions of higher education and private businesses. It aims to enhance job opportunities for students through these partnerships.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This could create more job opportunities for workers as educational programs align more closely with employer needs.
  • Families: Families may benefit from pathways to employment for students through these collaborative educational programs.
  • Small Business: This means potential tax benefits for small businesses engaging with educational institutions.

Summary

To amend section 5751.98 and to enact sections 3333.46 and 5751.55 of the Revised Code to enact the Joining-Opportunities Business and Schools (JOBS) Act to authorize and offer tax incentives for qualified education partnerships between institutions of higher education and private employers.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. Introduced

Sponsors

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 132 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (132)

132 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 994 do?
To amend section 5751.98 and to enact sections 3333.46 and 5751.55 of the Revised Code to enact the Joining-Opportunities Business and Schools (JOBS) Act to authorize and offer tax incentives for qualified education partnerships between institutions of higher education and private employers.
Who sponsors HB 994?
HB 994 is sponsored by Nick Santucci (Republican) and David Thomas (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 994?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced August 27, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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