SB 229 creates a special "Law Enforcement Purple Heart" license plate in Ohio. This plate is available to residents who are law enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty, as recognized by the Purple Heart award. The bill establishes the plate through a new section of the Revised Code, allowing eligible officers to display it on their vehicles. It does not change existing benefits or funding but provides a visible symbol of recognition for affected officers.
To amend sections 3375.011, 3501.01, 3503.10, 3503.11, 3503.13, 3503.15, 3503.153, 3503.19, 3503.20, 3503.28, 3505.19, 3509.04, 3509.05, 3509.06, 3509.07, 3509.08, 3511.05, 3511.09, 4501.023, and 4507.01 and to enact section 3509.11 of the Revised Code to require photo identification to cast absent voter's ballots by mail and to modify the law regarding voter registration.
This bill (HR 282) is a ceremonial resolution honoring the University of Toledo women’s cross country team for winning the 2025 Mid-American Conference Championship. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or impact any policies or individuals. The resolution serves solely to recognize the team’s athletic achievement through a symbolic gesture by Congress. As a procedural measure, it has no practical effect beyond expressing approval.
HR 281 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Ottawa Hills High School girls cross country team for winning the 2025 Division IV State Championship. It does not create new laws or policies; it simply recognizes the team's athletic achievement through a formal statement by the legislature. The bill directly affects the high school team by providing official acknowledgment of their championship title. This is a procedural resolution with no binding requirements or funding changes.
This is a procedural resolution (SR 222), not a substantive bill. It authorizes mileage reimbursement for Al Cutrona, a specific individual (likely a state employee or official), for travel expenses. The resolution was adopted on November 12, 2025, and does not establish new policy or affect broader groups.
SR 227 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Kaitlyn Carr for winning the 2025 Division IV State Cross Country Championship. It formally recognizes her athletic achievement through a symbolic gesture by the legislature. This resolution has no binding effect or policy changes; it solely serves to publicly commend her accomplishment. The bill directly affects no individuals or policies beyond this expression of recognition.
This is a commemorative resolution (SR 226) honoring Zelda “Zettie” Zoe Keeran. It serves solely to memorialize her life and legacy without creating any new laws or affecting policies or individuals. The resolution has no legislative effect beyond recognition.
HB 579 would require Ohio health insurers to follow new rules when using artificial intelligence for coverage decisions or pricing. It establishes specific requirements for transparency in AI decision-making and mandates bias testing for algorithms used in insurance processes. These rules directly apply to all health insurance companies operating in Ohio. The bill amends existing law (section 3902.50) and adds new provisions (section 3902.80) to create these regulatory standards.
SB 224, titled "Make changes to the telemarketing law," proposes amendments to section 109.87 of the Revised Code governing telemarketing practices. The provided abstract does not specify the exact nature of the changes or who would be directly affected, such as telemarketers, consumers, or specific industries. Without details on the proposed mechanisms or provisions in the bill text, no concrete policy changes can be described. For an accurate summary, the full bill language or a detailed abstract would be required.
To amend sections 3301.16, 3301.53, 3313.671, 5104.014, 5104.015, 5104.017, 5104.018, and 5104.019 and to enact section 3301.532 of the Revised Code to revise the law governing childhood immunizations and exemptions and to name this act the Parental Clarity on Health Options and Information on Conscientious Exemptions "C.H.O.I.C.E." Act.
HB 574 creates a pilot program offering grants to local governments (like cities, towns, or counties) that merge services or boundaries to consolidate operations. The bill provides state funding to cover costs associated with consolidation efforts, such as legal reviews or planning. This pilot program is limited to a specific timeframe and scope, aiming to incentivize efficiency through financial support for voluntary consolidation. It directly affects municipalities considering structural changes to reduce duplication and improve service delivery.
House Bill 584 proposes to create a new section of the Revised Code, section 3345.67. This legislation specifically addresses the limits placed on athletic scholarships for foreign students attending state institutions of higher education. The bill aims to establish new rules or guidelines for how many or what type of athletic scholarships these students can receive.
