In the final weeks of the legislative session, Ohio lawmakers are debating a proposal to increase annual pay raises for elected officials from 1.75% to 5% over the next four years.

After that, raises would align with inflation or be capped at 3% annually. While legislators like Rep. Bill Seitz (R-Cincinnati) argue that the increase addresses inflation’s impact, critics question the timing and effectiveness of lawmakers in addressing broader issues such as housing and utility costs. Discussions are ongoing, with no bill introduced yet. 12/10/2024