Hearings continued this week on House Bill 15, the Ohio House version of landmark energy legislation that would, among other provisions, eliminate the costly Electric Security Plans (ESPs), end coal power plant subsidies under the corrupt House Bill 6, and ensure critical support for new generation.

The House Energy Committee made several amendments to the bill, including requiring utilities to publish heat maps of Ohio’s electrical grid, a step toward accountability and transparency that attracts business investment.

As with any complicated piece of legislation, refinement is frequently needed to keep things moving in the right direction and prevent unwelcome, last-minute amendments from eroding the original, positive intent. OMA members and our energy experts have been working with lawmakers to do just that.

But the staff at the OMA cannot do this alone. Manufacturers are among the most important businesses in the state and can make a difference when they choose to engage. You have the opportunity to shape the outcome of this public policy debate by adding your voice. Click the button below to take action and call your state lawmakers to urge support for these repeals and further changes. 3/12/2025