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Read. Follow. Verify.Ohio establishes tax credits for private employers partnering with higher education on workforce training
Last action · August 27, 2026: IntroducedSponsors: David Thomas and 1 other
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What This Bill Would Do
Ohio establishes the Joining-Opportunities Business and Schools (JOBS) Act, authorizing tax incentives for private employers that partner with higher education institutions to create degree or certificate programs meeting local workforce needs. The measure allows a development tax credit equal to 20% of for programs achieving a 70% completion rate, and a hiring tax credit of $1,000 for each graduate retained for at least 12 consecutive months. These provisions apply to qualifying expenses incurred on and after January 1, 2027.
Private employers participating in certified education partnerships gain access to state tax credits offsetting development expenses and hiring costs, provided their programs meet specific student completion and retention thresholds.
- The Ohio Revised Code governs the state's laws, including taxation under Chapter 5751 concerning the commercial activity tax and higher education provisions under Chapter 3333. context
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Institutions of Higher Education
Institutions may enter into partnership agreements, must notify the chancellor, maintain academic control, and annually publish completion and job placement rates.
Private Sector Partners
Private employers contribute resources and curriculum, and may apply for development and hiring tax credits based on program performance.
Taxpayers
Taxpayers who incur qualifying expenses are eligible to claim nonrefundable tax credits against the tax levied by section 5751.02 of the Revised Code.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What requirements must an education partnership meet to qualify for tax credits?
How is the development tax credit calculated?
What is the hiring tax credit amount for employing program graduates?
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Procedural history
1 action- Aug 27, 2026HouseIntroducedIntroduced
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Establishment of JOBS Act Tax Credits
The bill introduces specific development and hiring tax credits tied directly to student completion and retention metrics in collaborative higher education programs.
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www.legislature.ohio.gov
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