Bill > HB100

This bill establishes a temporary grant program for qualifying retailers that sell donated goods and provide job training to individuals with workplace disadvantages. Specifically, a "qualifying retailer" is defined as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates retail stores selling donated goods and offers job training services to people facing employment barriers such as disabilities, mental health issues, criminal history, veteran status, or homelessness. Under the program, these retailers can apply to the Director of Development for a grant equal to up to 25% of the state sales tax revenue generated from selling donated items. The grant funds must be used exclusively for job training and placement services, and recipients must submit an annual report detailing how the funds were used and the number of individuals served. The bill appropriates $5 million for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to fund these grants, with a maximum award of $1 million per qualifying retailer in any fiscal year. The goal is to support nonprofit organizations that help individuals with workplace challenges find competitive employment while generating revenue through the sale of donated goods.

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https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb100