Ohio Republicans restrict school levies
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Ohio Senate Republicans have joined the House in overriding one of Gov. Mike DeWine's school-related vetoes, which restricts the types of levies that can be put on the ballot.
Breakdown
- Ohio Senate Republicans override a gubernatorial veto to restrict school tax levies. 28s
- School districts will be unable to place emergency or substitute levies, or request increases, after 90 days. 33s
- Republicans say the move will provide property tax relief; Democrats warn of school funding cuts. 50s
- A property tax working group released recommendations supporting the veto overrides and suggesting further changes. 1m 24s
- Democrats argue the proposals do not address the core issues of school funding and tax relief. 1m 48s