Representative David Thomas - District 65

State Representatives Gary Click (R-Vickery) and David Thomas (R-Jefferson) introduced legislation that would allow for the ability of voters to referendum and lower or eliminate Inside Millage tax amounts on property owners’ bills. HB 421 grants the authority for voters to place on the ballot a question to lower or eliminate the unvoted portions of property tax, which the sponsors say increase property tax assessments as values increase. 

State Representative David Thomas (R-Jefferson) today announced that Ohio’s tourism industry welcomed over 240 million visitors in 2024, supporting thousands of local businesses and attractions across the state, generating over $57 billion in revenue, according to the Ohio Department of Development. 

State Representative David Thomas (R-Jefferson) today announced that the Ohio House of Representatives voted to override the Governor’s veto of Item #66, putting into motion the beginning steps for property tax reform through a provision that encourages levy transparency and promotes responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars on the local level. 

Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 64, also known as the Senior Sportsmen Fairness Act, into law on July 1st. Introduced by State Representatives David Thomas (R-Jefferson) and Kellie Deeter (R-Norwalk), the new legislation lowers the age that a senior can receive a discounted hunting and fishing license from 66 to 65. This will align with the other state discounts that seniors can receive at 65.