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passed · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HR 45: Honoring the Marion L. Steele High School cheer team as a 2025 OASSA Division 2 State Champion.

This bill is a formal resolution honoring the Marion L. Steele High School cheer team for winning the 2025 OASSA Division 2 State Championship in the non-building game day category. It does not create new laws or affect policies; instead, it directs the Ohio House of Representatives to publicly applaud the team and send them a certified copy of the resolution. The resolution recognizes the team's dedication, coaching, and community support as reflected in the House's formal tribute. As a ceremonial measure, it has no legal effect beyond symbolic recognition.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill formally honors a high school cheer team for a state championship, recognizing dedication and community support within K-12 education, thus enhancing a student program.75% confidence
Joe Miller (D)
in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 179: Create property tax reduction statewide screening system

To amend section 5703.21 and to enact section 5703.83 of the Revised Code to create a statewide screening system for certain property tax reductions and to make an appropriation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill creates a system for property tax reductions and includes an appropriation, directly impacting taxation policy and fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates a system for property tax reductions, which can make housing more affordable for property owners, directly impacting the 'affordable housing' aspect of the topic.85% confidence
Jason Stephens (R)
in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 19, 2025

SB 141: Authorize tax levies supporting pre-kindergarten programs

To amend section 5705.19 and to enact section 307.852 of the Revised Code to authorize counties and other political subdivisions to place on the ballot tax levies supporting pre-kindergarten programs and to establish conditions on a county's use of moneys derived from the levied tax.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 141 authorizes local tax levies to fund pre-kindergarten programs, directly impacting taxation and government spending for public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes tax levies to fund pre-kindergarten programs, directly expanding educational access and enhancing early childhood education.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill authorizes tax levies for pre-kindergarten programs, listed under Health and Human Services, which supports early childhood development and public health.75% confidence
Paula Hicks-Hudson (D) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HR 56: Honoring the Urbana High School girls bowling team as the 2025 Division II State Champion.

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 56) adopted by the Ohio House of Representatives on March 19, 2025, to honor the Urbana High School girls bowling team as the 2025 Division II State Champions. It specifically recognizes the team members (Audrie Williams, Natalie Turner, Jazmyn Scott, Riley Smith, Emily Fisher, and Mallory Stokes) and their coach, Kurt Scott, for their championship victory and sportsmanship. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative commendation and directs a copy to be sent to the school.
Tim Barhorst (R)
passed · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HR 48: Honoring Hayden Hollingsworth as a 2025 OHSAA Division I Swimming Champion.

HR 48 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Hayden Hollingsworth, a student at Upper Arlington High School, for winning the OHSAA Division I 50-yard freestyle swimming championship for the third consecutive year. It also recognizes her second-place finish in the 100-yard butterfly and her role on the championship-winning 200-yard medley relay team. The Ohio House of Representatives adopted the resolution to formally commend her athletic achievements and direct that a copy be sent to her. This resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely serves as a symbolic tribute.
Allison Russo (D)
in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 164: Reinstate the Joint Education Oversight Committee

To enact sections 103.44, 103.45, 103.46, 103.47, 103.48, 103.49, and 103.50 of the Revised Code and to repeal Section 733.40 of H.B. 166 of the 133rd General Assembly to reinstate the Joint Education Oversight Committee and to make an appropriation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation,' directly affecting state budgets and government spending within the Budget & Taxes topic area.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill reinstates a Joint Education Oversight Committee and includes an appropriation, indicating a commitment to managing and strengthening education.80% confidence
Phil Robinson (D) Joe Miller (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 153: Include state, district school board members on partisan ballot

To amend sections 3311.053, 3501.01, 3505.03, 3505.04, 3513.04, 3513.05, 3513.052, and 3513.19 and to repeal sections 3513.254, 3513.255, 3513.256, and 3513.259 of the Revised Code to require state and school district board members to be nominated by primary election and to appear on the ballot with a party designation.
Thomas Hall (R) Beth Lear (R) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 165: Regards implicit bias training for licensed educators

To amend sections 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3319.2214 of the Revised Code regarding implicit bias training for licensed educators and to make an appropriation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation,' directly involving government spending and fiscal management to fund educator training.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates implicit bias training for licensed educators, which supports teacher development and potentially enhances educational quality, with an appropriation for funding.88% confidence
Joe Miller (D) Darnell Brewer (D) · 15 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 19, 2025

SB 136: Establish process to regulate carbon capture, storage technology

To enact sections 1509.71, 1509.72, 1509.73, 1509.75, 1509.76, 1509.77, 1509.79, 5301.57, 5301.58, 5301.59, and 5301.60 of the Revised Code to establish a process to regulate carbon capture and storage technologies and the geologic sequestration of carbon dioxide for long-term storage.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill establishes a regulatory process for carbon capture and storage technology, which is integral to managing emissions from energy production and infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill establishes a regulatory process for carbon capture and storage, a technology aimed at reducing carbon dioxide emissions and mitigating climate change, directly supporting environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes a regulatory process for carbon capture and storage technology, which facilitates its responsible deployment and advancement within the 'Technology' topic area.80% confidence
Tim Schaffer (R) Brian Chavez (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 19, 2025

SB 142: Phase out subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities

To amend sections 4111.06, 4111.14, 5122.28, 5123.022, 5123.023, 5123.87, 5747.98, and 5751.98 and to enact sections 3304.45, 4111.061, 5747.87, and 5751.56 of the Revised Code to phase out the subminimum wage for individuals with physical or mental disabilities, to authorize a tax credit for purchases made from nonprofit corporations that hire such individuals, and to name this act the Ohio Employment First and Greater Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities Act.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes a tax credit, which is a fiscal tool used to fund or incentivize specific programs or behaviors, aligning with the 'funds essential programs' indicator.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill phases out subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities, including mental disabilities, a subject explicitly listed, which can indirectly support their access to healthcare and overall well-being.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPhasing out subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities would increase their income, potentially improving their ability to afford housing and indirectly supporting affordable housing.65% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill phases out the subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities, directly increasing their wages and strengthening workers' rights within the Labor & Employment topic.95% confidence
Paula Hicks-Hudson (D) · 3 co-sponsors
passed · Ohio · Senate Mar 19, 2025

SR 66: Honoring Ashlynn Brokaw as a 2025 State Wrestling Champion.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 66) honoring Ashlynn Brokaw, a sophomore at Mount Vernon High School, for winning the 2025 Ohio State Wrestling Championship. It recognizes her achievement as the first state title in her school's wrestling program history, highlighting her sportsmanship and dedication. The resolution, adopted by the Ohio Senate on March 19, 2025, formally commends her and directs the Senate Clerk to send a certified copy to her personally. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect or policy impact beyond the recognition.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill honors a high school student for an achievement within a school's athletic program, implicitly recognizing and supporting K-12 education and student programs.75% confidence
Andrew Brenner (R)
in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 160: Revise liquor control, hemp, and adult-use marijuana laws

To amend sections 9.79, 519.21, 928.01, 928.03, 3376.07, 3796.01, 3796.02, 3796.03, 3796.05, 3796.06, 3796.07, 3796.09, 3796.10, 3796.12, 3796.13, 3796.14, 3796.15, 3796.17, 3796.18, 3796.19, 3796.20, 3796.21, 3796.22, 3796.23, 3796.24, 3796.27, 3796.28, 3796.29, 3796.30, 3796.31, 4735.18, 4796.25, 5502.01, 5502.13, 5502.14, 5713.30, 5739.21, and 5739.99; to enact sections 2953.321, 3796.04, 3796.062, 3796.221, 3796.32, 3796.33, 3796.99, and 5739.27; and to repeal sections 3780.01, 3780.02, 3780.03, 3780.04, 3780.05, 3780.06, 3780.07, 3780.08, 3780.09, 3780.10, 3780.11, 3780.12, 3780.13, 3780.14, 3780.15, 3780.16, 3780.17, 3780.18, 3780.19, 3780.20, 3780.21, 3780.22, 3780.23, 3780.24, 3780.25, 3780.26, 3780.27, 3780.28, 3780.29, 3780.30, 3780.31, 3780.32, 3780.33, 3780.34, 3780.35, 3780.36, 3780.90, 3780.99, and 3796.021 of the Revised Code to revise specified provisions of the liquor control, hemp, and adult-use marijuana laws and to levy taxes on marijuana.
Brian Stewart (R)
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