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in committee · Ohio · Senate Nov 19, 2025

SB 303: Allow 18-21 year olds to purchase a handgun from a federal dealer

To amend sections 2151.022, 2152.02, 2152.16, 2923.21, 2923.211, and 2930.01 of the Revised Code to allow a person who is between eighteen and twenty-one years old to receive or purchase a handgun from a federally licensed firearms dealer.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill expands the right for 18-21 year olds to purchase handguns, which can be interpreted as protecting civil rights within the criminal justice framework.75% confidence
Terry Johnson (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · Senate Nov 19, 2025

SB 329: Prohibit road surface application of brine from oil, gas wells

To amend sections 1509.03, 1509.22, 1509.222, 1509.223, 1509.224, 1509.33, and 1509.99 and to repeal section 1509.226 of the Revised Code to expressly prohibit the surface application of brine from oil and gas wells on roads.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyThe bill prohibits a practice related to oil and gas wells (a form of energy production), thereby restricting and limiting an operational aspect within the energy topic area.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill prohibits the surface application of brine from oil and gas wells on roads, a measure that protects the environment by preventing potential pollution.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill protects public health by prohibiting the surface application of potentially harmful brine from oil and gas wells on roads, preventing environmental contamination.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProhibits brine from oil/gas wells on roads, protecting transportation infrastructure from potential degradation or environmental impacts.90% confidence
Paula Hicks-Hudson (D) Kent Smith (D)
in committee · Ohio · Senate Nov 19, 2025

SB 327: Enact PEACE Act

To amend sections 149.43, 3503.13, and 3503.153 of the Revised Code to enact the Protecting Elected Officials Against Coercion and Extremism (PEACE) Act to generally prohibit the disclosure of an elected official's residential and familial information under the Public Records Law.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill prohibits disclosure of elected officials' residential and familial information, directly strengthening data privacy protections.95% confidence
Al Cutrona (R)
passed · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 21: Enact the Health Care Sharing Ministries Freedom to Share Act

To amend sections 1716.01 and 5747.01 and to enact sections 1716.22 and 3333.96 of the Revised Code to enact the Health Care Sharing Ministries Freedom to Share Act.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill enacts the 'Freedom to Share Act' for Health Care Sharing Ministries, which supports an alternative mechanism for healthcare cost-sharing and access.95% confidence
Angie King (R) · 8 co-sponsors
passed · Ohio · Senate Nov 19, 2025

SR 240: Honoring the Oakwood High School girls cross country team on winning the 2025 Division III State Championship.

This resolution (SR 240) formally commends the Oakwood High School girls cross country team for winning the 2025 Division III State Championship. It serves as a ceremonial honor from the legislature, directly recognizing the team's athletic achievement without creating any new policies, funding, or obligations. The bill has no practical impact beyond the symbolic gesture of acknowledgment.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationSR 240 formally recognizes a K-12 school's athletic achievement, which serves as a symbolic enhancement of student programs and provides positive acknowledgment to the educational institution.75% confidence
Willis Blackshear (D)
passed · Ohio · Senate Nov 19, 2025

SR 239: Honoring Jim Kelly for his stalwart service to the Legislative Service Commission.

This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 239) honoring Jim Kelly for his service to the Legislative Service Commission. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to recognize Mr. Kelly's contributions. The resolution formally expresses appreciation for his work with the Commission, which supports legislative operations. No concrete policy changes or direct impacts on constituents are involved.
Nickie Antonio (D) Rob McColley (R) · 31 co-sponsors
passed · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 213: Designate Tuscarawas Valley Memorial Highway

HB 213 designates a specific portion of Interstate 70 in Licking County as the "Tuscarawas Valley Memorial Highway." This bill changes the official name of that highway segment for signage and government records. It directly affects drivers, local communities, and state transportation departments using that section of I-70. The change is purely administrative, adding a commemorative name without altering traffic laws or funding.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 213 directly designates a name for a specific highway segment (I-70), an administrative action on transportation infrastructure that affects state transportation departments.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill designates a memorial highway, which serves as a form of public recognition. This aligns with policies recognizing veteran service.75% confidence
Kevin Miller (R) Jodi Salvo (R)
passed · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 253: License advanced practice respiratory therapists

To amend sections 2305.234, 2925.01, 2925.23, 2925.55, 2925.56, 2929.42, 3701.048, 3701.74, 3715.872, 3719.121, 3719.13, 3719.81, 4729.01, 4729.51, 4731.22, 4731.25, 4743.09, 4755.48, 4761.01, 4761.03, 4761.032, 4761.06, 4761.061, 4761.07, 4761.09, 4761.13, 4761.14, 4761.17, 4761.30, 4761.99, 4765.51, 4769.01, 5123.47, 5164.95, and 5903.12 and to enact sections 4761.033, 4761.20, 4761.21, 4761.31, 4761.311, 4761.32, 4761.33, 4761.34, 4761.35, 4761.36, 4761.37, 4761.38, 4761.39, 4761.391, 4761.40, 4761.41, 4761.42, 4761.44, 4761.45, 4761.46, and 4761.49 of the Revised Code to license advanced practice respiratory therapists.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill HB 253 proposes to license advanced practice respiratory therapists, directly supporting medical professionals and strengthening health services within the healthcare topic.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes or amends licensing for advanced practice respiratory therapists, directly impacting employment standards and professional recognition for this labor sector.80% confidence
Tom Young (R) Marilyn John (R)
passed · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 381: Create the DoItForJack license plate

HB 381 creates a commemorative "DoItForJack" license plate option for Ohio vehicle owners. The bill amends Ohio Revised Code sections 4501.21 and 4503.937 to authorize this specific plate design. It directly affects Ohio residents who choose to purchase this plate instead of standard registration. The bill establishes the plate's creation but does not alter fees, revenue distribution, or other plate program details.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 381 creates a new license plate option, directly amending vehicle code sections related to vehicle registration, thus advancing regulatory options within transportation.75% confidence
Haraz Ghanbari (R) Cindy Abrams (R)
in committee · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 594: Require students complete a high school computer science course

To amend sections 3313.603, 3314.03, 3326.15, and 3328.22 and to enact sections 3313.6034 and 3313.6035 of the Revised Code to require school districts to offer, and students to complete, at least one high school computer science course.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 594 mandates school districts to offer and students to complete a high school computer science course, enhancing the curriculum and student programs within education.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHB 594 mandates computer science courses for high school students, directly advancing and strengthening education and literacy in technology.95% confidence
Mike Odioso (R) Thomas Hall (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 589: Regards contracts between health insurers, health care providers

To amend sections 3963.01 and 3963.04 of the Revised Code regarding material amendments to contracts between health insurers and health care providers.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill amends regulations for contracts between health insurers and providers, which typically aims to strengthen the operational framework of healthcare services.80% confidence
Adam Mathews (R)
in committee · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 597: Prohibit the operation of unmanned aerial vehicles over schools

HB 597 prohibits the operation of drones (unmanned aerial vehicles) over school property, directly affecting school districts, students, and drone operators. The bill amends Ohio Revised Code sections 4561.50 and adds new section 4561.54 to establish this restriction. It applies to all public and private school grounds during school hours and events, making drone flights over these areas unlawful without authorization.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeHB 597 prohibits drone operation over schools, creating a new unlawful act that expands criminalization and requires enforcement by the criminal justice system.80% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 597 prohibits drones over schools, enhancing safety and security for students and staff, thereby protecting the educational environment.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyHB 597 prohibits the operation of drones (unmanned aerial vehicles), a form of technology, over school property, thus restricting its use.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 597 regulates drone operation over schools, enhancing safety through vehicle regulations. This aligns with 'enhances transportation safety' within the topic.85% confidence
Ty Mathews (R) Mark Sigrist (D) · 5 co-sponsors
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