COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio House of Representatives will reconvene Monday for a rare summer session, aiming to override three of Governor Mike DeWine’s recent budget vetoes. The move comes amid growing concerns from lawmakers and constituents about rising property taxes and voter confusion surrounding school levies.

Among those pushing for change is Republican State Representative Tex Fischer, who represents the 59th District. Fischer says the vetoed provisions were designed to bring more clarity and fairness to the state’s property tax system.

“In the operating budget, we passed four items of property tax relief. The governor vetoed all four of those,” Fischer said. “This is far from a comprehensive solution. I think we have a long way to go, but I'm going to vote yes on anything that's going to give our homeowners an opportunity to keep a few of their extra dollars.”

The provisions include clarifying the language around replacement levies, increasing transparency around how tax dollars are managed by budget commissions, and including more types of levies under the state’s 20-mill floor calculation. Supporters say these changes would help limit unexpected spikes in tax bills—especially those tied to rising property values.

Fischer emphasized that many voters don’t fully understand what they’re being asked to approve during local elections, particularly when it comes to school funding.

“Voters, in large part, don't fully understand what they're voting for,” he said. “The system is convoluted and misleading in many cases.”

Monday’s vote requires 60 representatives to support the override in order for the provisions to become law. With summer recess in full swing, Fischer acknowledged that gathering enough lawmakers for the session could be a challenge.

“There is a great sense of urgency among myself and my colleagues,” he said. “Because we simply cannot have this problem continue on for another tax year.”

The session will take place in the Ohio Senate chamber due to renovations in the House. If the overrides pass, the changes would take effect in time for the upcoming tax year.