Two Ohio state representatives are supporting legislation they say will establish clear statewide protections against property tax‑related foreclosures for the state’s senior homeowners.

Reps. David Thomas (R) and Adam Mathews (R) highlighted H.B. 443, known as the Senior Protection from Foreclosure Act, during a news conference Wednesday.

The bill would bar counties from enforcing property tax foreclosures on homeowners ages 65 and up, or qualifying surviving spouses, provided that the home is owner‑occupied, valued below $750,000, and the owner continues to make a monthly payment toward outstanding taxes.

Supporters say many Ohio counties already offer informal payment plans to help details ⇒

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