Our Issues & Policies
GOPC is Ohio’s champion for revitalization and sustainable growth. Our mission is to improve the communities of Ohio through smart growth strategies and research, to fulfill our vision of a revitalized Ohio.
Through advocacy, research, outreach, and education, GOPC strives to create a policy and political climate that allows communities to stabilize and thrive for statewide economic growth. It is imperative that state policymakers be well informed about the issues and opportunities facing Ohio.
Unlocking Prime Land Near Existing Infrastructure
Investing in Ohio’s Future through the Revitalization of Brownfields
Lowering Barriers to Responsible Development
Helping Ohio’s Communities Provide Quality, Accessible Housing
Supporting & Rewarding Planning & Growth
Investing in the Future of Ohio’s Communities through Smart Growth Policies
Connecting Ohioans to Opportunity and Independence
Investing in a Transportation Network that Accommodates Users of All Modes
Our Work in Action
GOPC works as a non-partisan voice. Our policy work is based on objective data, not politics, and we work with both sides of the aisle to achieve our goals.
Learn more about Greater Ohio Policy Center’s work at the Ohio Statehouse and beyond.
2025-26 Policy Platform
GOPC’s 2025-26 public policy agenda, Responsible Growth, Sustained Prosperity, calls for policy changes that will give leaders in Ohio’s legacy cities and counties the programs they need to successfully built on assets, protect the strength of existing workforces, and maintain high quality of life.
Candidate Questions
The November 2024 General Election features the election of 99 members to the Ohio House of Representatives and 16 members of the Ohio Senate. Each election cycle, GOPC prepares questions supporters and advocates can address to candidates about issues central of our goal of a revitalized Ohio. Click below to learn more.
Legislative Testimony
GOPC provides testify as advocates for policies and initiatives related to capital investment, budget and taxation, housing, brownfields, transportation, and other areas that are central to our mission of improving Ohio's communities through smart growth strategies that fulfill our vision of a revitalized Ohio.
Bill Tracker
There are hundreds of bills introduced during the two year cycle of the Ohio General Assembly. GOPC tracks a number of bills that are in line with our work as champions for revitalization and sustainable growth. Click the link below to learn more about the bills we are tracking during the 135th General Assembly.
Federal Grant Issues
Though GOPC is a statewide policy organization, federal grants impact much of the work we do. Recent actions in Washington have raised questions about current grant programs. If you have questions about issues related to federal grant or loan programs, please click the links below to be connected with Ohio’s Congressional Representatives.