OHIO — Supporters of a statewide effort to eliminate property taxes in Ohio say they will continue gathering signatures despite falling short of the threshold needed to place the proposal before voters in 2026.
Leaders of the citizen-led campaign announced this week that the initiative is not expected to qualify for next year’s ballot. However, organizers emphasized that the effort remains active and that signatures already collected will remain valid for a future ballot attempt.
According to the group, more than 310,000 signatures have been gathered statewide in support of the proposal. Advocates argue that the response demonstrates significant public interest in reforming Ohio’s property tax system.
Campaign supporters say their goal is to prevent homeowners from losing their properties because of rising tax burdens. Organizers maintain that alternative funding solutions exist and are encouraging volunteers to continue collecting signatures throughout the state.
The organization is also seeking additional petition circulators and volunteers to help expand outreach efforts. Residents interested in supporting the initiative can sign petitions at designated locations, become certified circulators, or download materials to gather signatures within their communities.
While the proposal will not appear on the 2026 ballot, supporters say the campaign remains focused on qualifying the measure for a future election and building momentum across Ohio.
Additional information about the effort is available through Citizens for Property Tax Reform.
