To amend section 2929.18 and to enact section 2125.05 of the Revised Code to require a felony offender of an OVI-caused aggravated vehicular homicide to pay child maintenance when the victim is a parent, legal guardian, or custodian of a minor child, to allow child maintenance to be awarded in a wrongful death action when the offender is deceased, and to name this act the Sam Knisley Family Support Act.
To amend sections 3314.03 and 3326.11; to enact section 3131.01; and to repeal sections 3109.054, 3129.01, 3129.02, 3129.03, 3129.04, 3129.05, 3129.06, 3313.473, 3313.5320, 3319.90, 3345.562, and 3345.90 of the Revised Code to protect parents' rights to equitable access to medical care, behavioral health care, hygiene care, and educational opportunities for their children and to name this act the Parents' Rights to Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (P.R.I.D.E.) Act.
To establish a grant program to reimburse local government entities for the acquisition, development, and rehabilitation of community recreation spaces, to name this act the Fit, Safe, and Strong Communities Act, and to make an appropriation.
HB 48 modifies Ohio's income tax deductions for contributions to 529 college savings plans and ABLE accounts (for people with disabilities). It changes the deduction limits outlined in the Revised Code, affecting Ohio taxpayers who contribute to these accounts. The bill adjusts how much individuals can deduct from their state taxable income for these specific savings contributions. This directly impacts residents using these accounts for education or disability-related expenses. The change alters the state tax benefit structure for these financial tools without altering federal rules.
To amend sections 5739.02, 5739.03, and 5739.05 of the Revised Code to authorize a sales tax holiday for four months each year for the sale of firearm safety and storage devices.
To amend sections 2152.16, 2152.17, 2152.19, 2152.22, 5139.01, 5139.05, 5139.06, 5139.20, 5139.35, and 5139.51 of the Revised Code to require mandatory dispositions for youths adjudicated delinquent for committing acts that would be felony theft or vandalism if committed by an adult.
HB 329 designates February 1st as "Ohio World Hijab Day" through a new section in the Ohio Revised Code. This ceremonial bill formally recognizes the day without creating new policies, funding, or affecting specific groups. It serves solely as a symbolic observance by the state.
This bill (SR 134) is a resolution honoring Hunter Spangler for winning the 2025 Division III State Track and Field Championship. It formally commends his athletic achievement through a legislative resolution. As a commemorative measure, it does not create new laws or affect any policies. The resolution directly recognizes one individual's accomplishment in a specific sports competition.
This resolution (SR 137) formally honors Wilkey Smith and Madi Lovejoy as the 2025 Scholastic Rowing Association of America National Champions. It directly recognizes their achievement in scholastic rowing. The bill serves as a ceremonial expression of legislative appreciation with no policy changes or direct impact beyond this recognition. It is a non-binding resolution, not a substantive law.
This bill (SR 136) is a ceremonial Senate Resolution honoring Paige Bumgardner for winning the 2025 Business Professionals of America (BPA) State Championship. It directly recognizes an individual student's achievement in a state-level business competition. The resolution has no policy impact or legislative mechanism - it solely serves to publicly commend her accomplishment. As a commemorative measure, it does not affect laws, regulations, or any group beyond acknowledging a student's success.
To recognize the Kingdom of Bhutan as responsible for the oppression and forced eviction of more than 120,000 Bhutanese citizens during the late 1980s and 1990s.
SR 133 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Dover First Christian Church for its 100th anniversary. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, people, or programs. The resolution simply expresses the legislature's recognition of the church's centennial milestone through a formal statement. No key mechanisms or concrete changes are involved, as it is purely symbolic.
