In Ohio's May 6, 2025 election, voters are primarily deciding on one statewide ballot measure known as Issue 2. This is a constitutional amendment to renew and increase the State Capital Improvements Program, which allows the state to issue up to $2.5 billion in bonds over the next ten years to fund public infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, water supply, wastewater treatment, stormwater collection, and solid waste disposal. The program also increases the annual spending cap from $200 million to $250 million, providing predictable funding for these projects statewide. Issue 2 does not raise taxes; instead, the bonds are paid through state general obligation debt already accounted for in the budget. The measure has broad bipartisan support and is aimed at improving safety and infrastructure across Ohio communities

. In addition to Issue 2, some voters may also be voting on local issues such as tax levies, school levies, emergency services funding, and local government offices including city council and township positions. The exact local issues and candidates on the ballot vary by community

. Polls will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on May 6, with early in- person and absentee voting available starting April 8. Absentee ballot applications must be received by April 29

. Summary:

• Statewide Issue 2: Renewal and increase of bond authority for public infrastructure funding ($2.5 billion over 10 years)
• Local issues: Tax levies, school levies, emergency services, local government offices
• Election date: May 6, 2025, polls open 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Early and absentee voting available from April 8