2023 is a budget year in Ohio, and lawmakers are busy debating the state’s next biennial budget. Our policy team here at Buckeye is equally occupied working to ensure the next budget includes a tax cut for Ohioans, spends money transparently and wisely, expands school choice, and improves the state’s higher education system. Let’s face it, trying to talk the government in to adopting our perspective takes time, money, and relentless effort.   Our legal team still has its foot on the gas pedal and has filed several lawsuits and amicus briefs, including cases against the city of Columbus, the city of Akron, government unions, and Columbus City Schools. And our fearless leader, Robert Alt, presented oral arguments before the Ohio Supreme Court in our local income tax case Schaad v. Alder (read more on that below).   PLEASE NOTE: We are proactively looking for even more good people to join our merry band in Columbus. Specifically, we are seeking a fundraiser who loves the work we do and cannot wait to help us secure the resources necessary to underwrite the same. If you (or someone you know) fits that bill, please apply via our website to be considered. Do not worry if you have not sold the idea of liberty and sound economic and legal public policy before and/or have limited to no real background with asking for money. We can and will train the right person. We value a positive attitude, enthusiasm, philosophical alignment, and a diligent work ethic much more than formal credentials and experience in this role. Even if you have retired from another career or are interested in doing some work that matters within a part-time situation, we are open to different configurations. Reach out and try. You might be surprised to find that perhaps you are just the match we need.

News from Buckeye’s Legal Team

Buckeye’s President and CEO Robert Alt Delivered Oral Arguments Before Ohio Supreme Court (as pictured above addressing the seven Justices from the lectern). In February, Robert Alt personally presented oral argument before the Ohio Supreme Court in Schaad v. Alder (one of Buckeye’s six municipal income tax cases), and we await the decision in this high profile case that impacts millions of Ohioans. If you missed the live oral argument, you can watch the recording at OhioChannel.org.    Buckeye Sues Columbus to Protect Constitutional Rights of Gun Owners The Buckeye Institute filed Doe v. Columbus against the city of Columbus to protect the rights of Ohioans to keep and bear arms after the Columbus City Council passed an ordinance outlawing certain firearms magazines in violation of Ohio law and the U.S. and Ohio constitutions.   Buckeye Takes City of Akron to Court The Buckeye Institute filed Kresevic v. Chittok on behalf of Karen Kresevic, who had municipal income taxes taken from a settlement package by the city of Akron. This is the sixth case Buckeye has filed challenging the constitutionality of Ohio House Bill 197. The other cases are: Buckeye v. Kilgore, Morsy v. Dumas, Curcio v. Hufford, Schaad v. Alder, and Denison v. Kilgore.   In “Bacon” Case, California Tries to Impose its Laws on Other States In Bloomberg Law, Buckeye’s Robert Alt explains why California’s position in National Pork Producers Council v. Ross is unconstitutional and contradicts America’s founding principles of balance among states.   Read about other cases Buckeye’s Legal Center is working on.

News from Buckeye’s Policy Team

Buckeye Releases World Famous 2023 Piglet Book   The Buckeye Institute released its now world-famous 2023 Piglet Book, which identified more than $2.7 billion in savings for Ohio taxpayers and analyzes Ohio’s proposed biennial budget to offer specific savings for lawmakers to consider as they debate the state’s two-year budget.   Buckeye’s Research Informs Debate on Comprehensive Tax Reform   Economists and policy experts with The Buckeye Institute’s Economic Research Center conducted the research and analysis for Tax Reform in Ohio: An Economic Analysis, a report released by Americans for Prosperity that examines the need for tax reform to reverse years of economic stagnation and decline in Ohio.   Buckeye Offers Policy Solutions to Make Ohio a More Prosperous State   In a policy brief, Budget Priorities for a More Prosperous Ohio, The Buckeye Institute outlines specific tax and education reforms lawmakers should pursue to improve Ohio’s economy and workforce as our team continues to testify frequently in the legislature about what makes for sound tax policy and sensible budgeting.   Read about other research Buckeye’s policy experts are working on.

Buckeye In The News Highlights Revived Clean Air Plan would shock customers with higher energy bills! The Boxer Show, 610 WTVN-AM (Columbus), Segment starts at 5:43   California's Cautionary Clean Energy By Rea S. Hederman Jr. & Will Swaim, RealClearPolicy   Buckeye’s Rea Hederman Joins Scott Sloan to Discuss How A new Clear Power Plan will Affect Customer Energy Bills in Ohio Scott Sloan Show, 700 WLW-AM (Cincinnati)   Report: Biden’s energy plan costs jobs, ratepayers The Center Square   AFSCME to repay dues withholdings for 3 Lucas County employees who sued The Blade   How will Ohio's bill to flatten income tax impact local governments? Cincinnati Edition, 91.7 WVXU-FM (Cincinnati)   Ohio needs responsible, comprehensive tax reform The Boxer Show, 610 WTVN-AM (Columbus)   Iowa Should Look to Ohio in Advancing Pro-Growth Regulatory Reform By Rea S. Hederman Jr. & John Hendrickson, RealClearPolicy Ohio jobs market nearly back to pre-pandemic peak! The Boxer Show, 610 WTVN-AM (Columbus), Segment starts at 5:40   In Pork Case, California Tries to Impose its Laws on Other States Bloomberg Law   Public-private partnerships can help stretch infrastructure funds By Rea S. Hederman Jr., Crain’s Cleveland Business   Columbus gun owners wary of city's new ammunition restriction The Columbus Dispatch   Do cities owe commuters tax refunds for 2020 shutdowns? Ohio Supreme Court hears case The Cincinnati Enquirer   Getting Ohioans Back to Work Means Battling Obesity By Rea S. Hederman, Jr., RealClearPolicy   Buckeye’s Jay Carson Joins Brian Thomas to Discusses Buckeye’s Cincinnati Tax Case The Brian Thomas Show, 55 KRC-AM (Cincinnati)   Buckeye’s Dave Tryon Joins Brian Thomas to Discuss New Gun Rights Case The Brian Thomas Show, 55KRC-AM (Cincinnati)   Buckeye’s Greg Lawson Joins Karen Kasler to Discuss the Pros and Cons of Governor DeWine’s Budget The State of Ohio, Ohio Public Television, Segment starts at 5:25   Buckeye Institute files lawsuit against Columbus City Schools over public records The Columbus Dispatch   Buckeye’s Greg Lawson Joins Brandon Boxer to Discuss Governor DeWine’s State of the State Speech and Budget The Boxer Show, 610 WTVN-AM (Columbus)   How Ohio is making it easier for new residents to get licensed for work NBC4i.com   Buckeye’s Rea Hederman Joins Brandon Boxer to Discuss the Benefits of Universal Occupational License Recognition The Boxer Show, 610 WTVN-AM (Columbus)

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