The main issue on the Ohio ballot for the May 6, 2025 special election is Issue 2, a proposed constitutional amendment to fund public infrastructure capital improvements. This amendment would authorize the issuance of general obligation bonds to support local infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, wastewater management, and other public works. The program funded by this amendment includes the State Capital Improvement Program (SCIP) and the Local Transportation Improvement Program (LTIP), which provide grants for these types of projects. The amendment would increase the annual funding amount from $200 million to $250 million per year, totaling $2.5 billion this cycle. The funds are restricted to infrastructure projects and cannot be used for other purposes like entertainment. Issue 2 has bipartisan support but also some opposition concerned about the state's fiscal priorities and inflation impacts

. Additionally, there is a proposed constitutional amendment petition aiming to eliminate property taxes in Ohio, which has been certified for the petition process but has not yet qualified for the ballot. If it gathers enough signatures, it could appear on a future ballot

. In summary, the key ballot issue for Ohio voters in 2025 is:

• Issue 2 : Constitutional amendment to renew and increase funding for public infrastructure projects through bond issuance.

Other local levies and candidate races may appear on ballots depending on the voter's county or municipality, but Issue 2 is the statewide measure on the May 6, 2025 ballot