COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio property tax repeal campaign will not move forward for the November 2026 ballot, shifting instead toward a possible Ohio property tax ballot 2027 fight over homeowner costs and local government funding.
Following an update reported on Friday, June 5, 2026, organizers with AxOHTax, also known as the Committee to Abolish Ohio Property Taxes, said they will continue collecting signatures rather than submit petitions for the 2026 ballot.
Ohio Property Tax Ballot 2027 Push
The proposed constitutional amendment would prohibit property taxes on real property in Ohio. Supporters argue that rising tax bills have increased pressure on homeowners and that local government spending needs tighter limits.
Brian Massie, an organizer with AxOHTax, has said the campaign would not disclose its current petition count until petitions are submitted to the Ohio Secretary of State’s Office. In April, the campaign reported 305,000 signatures, below the 413,487 valid signatures needed to qualify for the 2026 ballot.
By continuing the petition effort, organizers say they can carry forward signatures already collected for a possible November 2027 statewide vote.
Why Local Funding Is Central to the Debate
Property taxes are a major funding source for Ohio schools, fire departments, libraries and other local services. Opponents of full repeal say the amendment lacks a clear replacement plan and could create a major funding gap for communities.
Ohioans to Protect Public Services has argued that residents deserve property tax reform, but not a full repeal that removes more than $21 billion in local funding without explaining how services would be paid for.
The issue is likely to remain politically active as Ohio lawmakers face pressure to reduce tax bills without cutting public services. Gov. Mike DeWine has warned against eliminating the tax entirely, while Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has called for broader tax cuts.
For homeowners, the debate is not only about whether property tax bills are too high. It is also about whether Ohio can lower those bills without weakening schools, emergency services and local budgets.
