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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 556: Revise community control sanctions for felonies and misdemeanors

To amend sections 2925.11, 2929.15, 2929.20, 2929.25, 2951.02, and 2951.07 of the Revised Code to change the maximum periods of community control sanctions authorized for felonies and misdemeanors and to modify the confinement sanctions authorized for a technical violation of community control sanction conditions.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill revises community control sanctions and modifies confinement for technical violations, aligning with criminal justice reform efforts to reduce incarceration for minor infractions.88% confidence
Josh Williams (R) Adam Mathews (R)
passed · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HR 269: Honoring The Ohio State University Stone Laboratory on its Centennial.

HR 269 is a ceremonial resolution honoring The Ohio State University Stone Laboratory for its 100th anniversary. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; instead, it formally commends the laboratory's century of marine research and educational contributions. The bill directly recognizes Stone Laboratory's historical significance to Ohio State University and the broader scientific community. This is a non-binding expression of congressional appreciation with no practical impact on constituents or regulations.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors The Ohio State University Stone Laboratory for its century of marine research and explicit 'educational contributions,' thereby formally recognizing and commending education.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentHR 269 honors Stone Laboratory for its century of marine research and education, indirectly supporting scientific understanding relevant to environmental conservation.55% confidence
D.J. Swearingen (R)
passed · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HR 267: Honoring Unitarian Universalist Church of Youngstown on the Centennial of its building.

This bill (HR 267) is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Unitarian Universalist Church of Youngstown for the centennial of its building. It does not create any new laws, policies, or direct effects on people or communities. The resolution simply recognizes the church's 100th anniversary through a formal statement of appreciation. As a procedural bill, it has no substantive policy changes or voting implications.
Lauren McNally (D)
in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 548: Require alcohol, drug testing after officer use of force incident

To amend sections 3701.143 and 4117.10 and to enact section 2935.34 of the Revised Code to require testing for alcohol or drugs of abuse after incidents involving an officer's use of force.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill enhances police accountability by mandating drug and alcohol testing for officers after use-of-force incidents, aligning with criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentThe bill mandates alcohol/drug testing for officers, a new employment standard. Amending section 4117.10 (collective bargaining) suggests it limits the scope of collective bargaining for public employees on this issue.85% confidence
Darnell Brewer (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 549: Regulate cigar bars; create cigar sales and use tax exemption

To amend sections 3794.03, 5739.02, and 5739.03 and to enact sections 3794.21, 3794.22, 3794.23, and 3794.24 of the Revised Code to regulate cigar bars and to exempt cigars smoked on the premises of a cigar bar from sales and use tax.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesHB 549 creates a sales and use tax exemption for cigars smoked in cigar bars, which would reduce state tax revenue, thereby limiting the budget and taxation topic.95% confidence
Brian Lorenz (R)
in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 560: Enact the Protect Our Parents Act

To enact sections 1349.13, 1349.14, 1349.141, 1349.142, 1349.15, 1349.151, 1349.152, and 5101.703 of the Revised Code to prevent financial exploitation and fraud against vulnerable adults and to name this act the Protect Our Parents Act.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill aims to prevent financial exploitation and fraud against vulnerable adults, directly involving and strengthening the criminal justice system's protective role.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill aims to prevent financial exploitation and fraud against vulnerable adults, which often involves digital scams and online activities. As a consumer protection measure, it likely supports safeguards related to technology's role in such fraud.65% confidence
Andrea White (R) D.J. Swearingen (R)
in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 538: Revise the law governing the Ohio Athletics Commission

To amend sections 3773.33, 3773.34, 3773.35, 3773.36, 3773.37, 3773.38, 3773.39, 3773.40, 3773.41, 3773.42, 3773.421, 3773.43, 3773.45, 3773.51, 3773.52, 3773.53, 3773.54, 3773.55, 3773.56, 3773.57, 3773.59, 4771.02, 4771.05, 4771.07, 4771.08, 4771.09, 4771.10, 4771.11, 4771.12, 4771.13, 4771.14, 4771.16, 4771.18, 4771.21, 4771.22, and 4771.23 of the Revised Code to place the Ohio Athletics Commission within the Department of Commerce, to modify the Commission's functions, and to make an appropriation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill summary explicitly states it will 'make an appropr...', indicating an appropriation, which directly impacts state budgets and government spending.95% confidence
Jamie Callender (R) Adam Mathews (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HR 266: Recognize National Day Against Police Brutality in Ohio.

HR 266 designates October 22, 2025, as "National Day Against Police Brutality" within the state of Ohio. The bill serves as a ceremonial recognition, formally acknowledging this date for awareness purposes. It does not create new laws, funding, or direct obligations for any specific group or entity. This is a symbolic measure without concrete policy changes or implementation mechanisms.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHR 266 designates a day against police brutality, a symbolic recognition that promotes awareness for an issue central to police accountability and criminal justice reform.75% confidence
Darnell Brewer (D)
in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HCR 29: Recognize 250th anniversary of the United States Postal Service

To recognize the 250th anniversary of the United States Postal Service, to express appreciation for its enduring service, and to support continued efforts to ensure the long-term strength, efficiency, and accessibility of the United States Postal Service.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill supports the USPS, an organization fundamentally reliant on transportation infrastructure for its efficiency and accessibility, thus implicitly supporting the topic.75% confidence
Justin Pizzulli (R) Sean Brennan (D) · 24 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 546: Address minors working as performers in entertainment industry

To amend sections 3331.01, 3331.12, 4109.01, 4109.03, 4109.05, 4109.06, and 4109.08 and to enact sections 4109.25, 4109.26, 4109.27, 4109.28, and 4109.29 of the Revised Code to address minors working as performers in the entertainment industry.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill addresses minors working in entertainment; such legislation typically includes provisions to ensure continued education and protect educational access for these minors.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill addresses employment standards and protections for minors working in the entertainment industry, directly impacting workers' rights and employment standards.88% confidence
Michele Grim (D) Lauren McNally (D) · 5 co-sponsors
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