Fifty years ago, I published in a scientific journal on animal behavior; for the past 33 years, that knowledge has served me well in politics and policy, including eight years in the Ohio House of Representatives.

Those insights come to mind again as we think about the dire consequences and ramifications of the effort to place on the ballot in November 2026 a constitutional amendment to eliminate all property taxes in Ohio. While the legislature has recently accomplished some modest reforms that will moderate future growth, the citizens want a reduction in costs -- now.

Our best strategy in response to this crisis is convincing the General Assembly to place a competing ballot issue to satisfy the concerns of the citizens, yet to do so in a responsible manner. The following must be includ

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