Capitol Corner
House Passes State Budget with Key Ag Provisions, Including H2Ohio Cuts and Pesticide Law Updates
04/11/2025
The House passed the state operating budget, House Bill 96, on Wednesday, April 9 by a 60-39 vote. This bill will now go to the Senate and we will continue to monitor their progress.
View ResponsesOABA Signs Letter of Support for State Issue 2 – Renewal of State Capital Improvement Program
04/10/2025
The Ohio AgriBusiness Association recently joined more than 80 organizations in supporting State Issue 2, a ballot initiative to renew the State Capital Improvement Program. The measure will appear on the May 6 statewide ballot.
View ResponsesOABA Member Alert: Call your Member of Congress NOW on 301!
04/08/2025
OABA, in coordination with the NGFA, urges our members to contact your Members of Congress today to voice opposition to a proposal under consideration by the USTR. The proposal would impose severe new penalties on shipping with Chinese-built vessels under a Section 301 investigation — a move that would significantly disrupt U.S. agricultural exports, including those from Ohio.
View ResponsesOABA Supports Issue 2 and the Strong Ohio Communities Coalition
03/28/2025
With the May 6 election quickly approaching, the Ohio AgriBusiness Association is proud to support the Strong Ohio Communities Coalition and its efforts to secure a Yes vote on Issue 2.
View ResponsesProposed Changes to Ohio’s Pesticide Laws
03/23/2025
OABA would like to make members aware of proposed changes to Ohio’s pesticide law included in the state operating budget, House Bill 96, currently being considered in the Ohio House of Representatives.
View ResponsesOhio AgriBusiness Association Leaders Advocate in Washington D.C. During Congressional Fly-In
02/27/2025
This past week, OABA leaders took to Capitol Hill as part of a congressional fly-in alongside our national partner, the Agricultural Retailers Association. The fly-in served as a vital opportunity to advocate for the interests of Ohio’s agribusiness community and engage directly with lawmakers on critical policy issues.
View ResponsesYear-End OABA Legislative Victories
12/19/2024
As the legislative session draws to a close, OABA is proud to announce two significant legislative victories for its members. Both bills have successfully passed through the legislature and are now on their way to Governor Mike DeWine for his signature. These achievements highlight the vital role OABA plays in advocating for Ohio's agribusiness community.
View ResponsesOABA and Partners Urge Swift Passage of 2024 Farm Bill to Support Agriculture and Rural Development
06/28/2024
OABA and several other agricultural groups have thanked the House and Senate leaders for their work on the 2024 Farm Bill and have asked for their continued support to pass this important legislation before the end of the year. The farm bill is essential for many Americans, helping with food production, conservation, rural development, and more.
View ResponsesOABA Joins Agricultural Stakeholders in Opposition to California's Proposition 12
05/24/2024
OABA, along with several agricultural industry trade associations, has expressed significant concerns to the House Agricultural Leadership regarding California's Proposition 12. This legislation, which sets minimum space requirements for breeding pigs, egg-laying hens, and veal calves, is set to take full effect in 2024 and impacts pork sold in California, regardless of its origin.
View ResponsesOABA Signs Letter Addressing Concerns Over EPA's Proposed Formaldehyde Regulations
05/15/2024
OABA, along with several national trade associations from the agriculture industry, has recently provided feedback to the EPA regarding the 2024 Draft Risk Evaluation for Formaldehyde under the Toxic Substances Control Act.
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