To call upon the members of Ohio's congressional delegation to uphold the principles of federalism regarding the authority of states to govern electoral processes.
To amend section 4141.34 of the Revised Code to require the Director of Job and Family Services to establish an online process for employers to report individuals who fail to appear for a scheduled job interview.
To amend sections 323.131 and 4503.06 and to enact section 5705.171 of the Revised Code to require tax rates to be expressed as a percentage of true value on tax bills and ballot language.
HB 418 corrects the scientific name of Ohio's state tree (the buckeye) in state law from an incorrect spelling to its proper Latin name, *Aesculus glabra*. This is a technical correction to the Revised Code, specifically amending section 5.05. The bill does not create new policies or affect any individuals, groups, or government functions. It solely updates a factual error in existing statutory language.
This Senate Resolution (SR 190) is a ceremonial expression of honor for Jim Charters upon his receipt of the 2025 Ivonette Wright Miller Award. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to formally recognize Charters' achievement through a non-binding resolution. The bill directly affects no individuals or entities beyond commemorating Charters' award. It has no legislative effect or practical implementation beyond the symbolic gesture of the resolution.
SR 189 is a Senate Resolution honoring the Rotary Club of Newcomerstown for its 100th anniversary (centennial). It directly recognizes the club's community service and longevity. The resolution serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment with no policy changes or financial impact. As a procedural resolution, it does not affect laws or regulations.
This Senate Resolution (SR 188) formally commends Westlake United Methodist Church for celebrating its 200th anniversary. It is a ceremonial resolution with no binding policy changes or direct impact on individuals or regulations. The resolution serves solely to recognize the church's historical significance and community contributions through symbolic legislative acknowledgment.
SB 21 designates October 4 as "Rutherford B. Hayes Day" in Ohio under section 5.2322 of the Revised Code. This ceremonial bill does not create new laws, affect policies, or impact any specific group or government program. It simply establishes a formal recognition day for Rutherford B. Hayes, the 19th U.S. president, without altering existing legal requirements or funding. As a procedural measure, it has no substantive policy consequences.
This resolution (HR 231) formally recognizes Wheelersburg High School's softball team for winning the 2025 Division V State Championship. It directly honors the team, their coaches, and school community through a symbolic gesture. The bill has no policy or funding impact - it serves solely as ceremonial recognition with no binding requirements or legislative action. As a procedural resolution, it does not affect laws, regulations, or government operations.
This bill is a ceremonial resolution honoring Christopher Monsour as Ohio's 2026 Teacher of the Year. It formally recognizes Monsour, a current or future Ohio educator, for his contributions to education. The resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions - it solely serves to publicly acknowledge his achievement through a formal legislative statement. This is a standard recognition measure, not a substantive legislative change.
This resolution symbolically honors Notre Dame High School's softball team for winning the 2025 Division VII State Championship. It directly recognizes the team's athletic achievement through a formal congressional acknowledgment, with no policy changes or direct impact beyond ceremonial recognition. The bill serves as a non-binding expression of appreciation for the team's success.
HR 229 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Van Wert County Foundation for its 100th anniversary. The bill does not create new policy or affect any regulations; it solely expresses congressional recognition of the Foundation's community service. This resolution directly acknowledges the organization's century-long work in Van Wert County, Ohio. As a procedural measure, it has no binding effect or concrete policy impact.
