Gas is over $4.50 in Ohio today, diesel just hit a record $6.76, and if you fill up a 15-gallon tank once a week, you're paying about $300/year in state gas taxes alone. Truckers are paying thousands. Families badly need a real leader who takes action and delivers real relief, not just empty tweets. That’s why I have worked with Ohio lawmakers, including House Speaker Matt Huffman & Senate President Rob McColley, to create an Ohio Gas Tax Relief Plan that we’ll enact into law by no later than next week. Here's how it works (we’ll hold a joint press conference on Wednesday to discuss the details):
1. Suspend the full state tax for 90 days. Ohio's 38.5-cent-per-gallon tax on gasoline and 47-cent-per-gallon tax on diesel and other fuels.
2. Protect state and local road funding. Lost revenue would be replaced by an upfront appropriation from ODOT's ending cash balance, then the General Revenue Fund, and, if needed, the Rainy Day Fund. Actual payments will follow the complete existing formulas to protect federal matching funds, construction commitments, and winter maintenance.
3. Replenish the Rainy Day Fund with verified Medicaid fraud savings. In May, I laid out a detailed plan to combat Medicaid fraud. New funds from a federal agreement allowing Ohio to retain more of those savings can restore any funding drawn from the Budget Stabilization Fund and ODOT's cash balance. All dollars will be pre-appropriated to ensure no project interruptions.
4. Make the relief visible and accountable. Supplier invoices must show the tax change. The Ohio Department of Taxation may offer credits for previously-taxed station inventory only when entirely passed through to customers, and will publish weekly pump-price comparisons and monthly reports on replacement road funding.
If the legislature doesn’t act this year, I will present a bill during the transition and push for passage when I take office on January 11, 2027. I'm prepared to call a special session if needed.
While Amy Acton continues to issue hollow statements without offering an iota of policy detail (and continues to hide from the debate stage), I’m working with our legislature to take action & provide real affordability relief to Ohioans.
25 years has passed since September 11, 2001, but the memory of that day remains as clear as ever. We will never forget the 2,977 innocent people who were killed, or the bravery and heroism of countless others who ran towards danger that day.
It’s official: Ohio is America’s #1 state for business! And we’ve come a long way since being ranked #34 in 2010.
I’m proud of the work we’ve done to cut taxes, eliminate burdensome regulations, and unleash innovation in our great state!
Proud to present Senate commendations recognizing the latest graduates of Butler County’s Veterans Treatment Court. Thanks to Judge Michael Oster for his ongoing efforts to give our veterans second chances to turn their lives around.
Forever grateful to live in the greatest country on Earth! Wishing you and your family a safe and happy Independence Day as we celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday. 🇺🇸
The vast majority of Ohioans support requiring a photo ID to vote — it’s just common sense. I’m disappointed that the Governor chose to veto legislation that would further strengthen the security of Ohio’s elections.
It was a proud day for Butler County as Chief Justice Sharon Kennedy led the unveiling of a bronze portrait of Speaker John Boehner at the Supreme Court of Ohio!
Thank you to my Senate colleagues for voting to advance Senate Bill 294, which will promote affordable, reliable, and clean energy here in Ohio.
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Garfield Middle School in Hamilton hosted an incredible America 250 Community Fair! I was grateful for the invitation to attend and speak about all that makes our nation exceptional. Thank you to everyone who worked hard to make this special event possible!
Grateful for the opportunity to participate in Cincinnati State’s commencement ceremony as a member of the platform party. Congratulations and best wishes to the Class of 2026!