Associated Press
A proposal by Ohio Senate Democrats to restore tax credits for historic rehabilitation projects is among final changes being requested to the state operating budget as it nears committee and floor votes in the Senate next week.
The Senate Finance Committee meets again Friday to review final amendments to its $71.3 billion spending plan and to hear more testimony. The plan covers the two years beginning July 1.
Democrats said Thursday that they asked for an historic rehabilitation tax credit to be restored because they see it as a vital redevelopment tool for urban areas.
The Ohio Blended Learning Network, representing 60 school districts and charter schools, urged restoration of the Straight A Fund backed by Gov. John Kasich. The fund offers grants to foster efficiency through innovation.