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passed · Ohio · House Jan 6, 2025

HR 3: Relative to the election of the Clerk of the House of Representatives.

This bill (HR 3) establishes the process for electing the Clerk of the Ohio House of Representatives. It specifies that the Clerk is elected by the House members and serves a two-year term. The bill was adopted by the Ohio House on January 6, 2025, and directly affects the House's internal operations by defining the Clerk's election and term length. It is a procedural measure with no substantive policy changes beyond administrative structure.

passed · Ohio · Senate Dec 30, 2024

SR 510: Honoring Senator Robert D. Hackett for outstanding service to the Ohio Senate.

This bill is a Senate resolution honoring Senator Robert D. Hackett for his distinguished service to the Ohio Senate. It recognizes his contributions through various committee roles and his dedication to public service, noting his bipartisan respect among colleagues. The resolution formally applauds his tenure and directs the Senate Clerk to send an authenticated copy of the document to Senator Hackett.

Matt Huffman (R) · 30 co-sponsors

passed · Ohio · Senate Dec 30, 2024

SR 509: Honoring the Ohio Fair Managers Association on its One Hundredth Annual Convention.

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates the Ohio Fair Managers Association on its 100th annual convention. It recognizes the organization's century-long service in supporting 95 agricultural fairs across the state and promoting education and entertainment. The resolution expresses appreciation for the group's contributions to the community and directs the Senate Clerk to send an official copy of the document to the association.

passed · Ohio · House Dec 27, 2024

HR 599: In memory of Marigene Valiquette.

This bill is a resolution honoring the memory of Marigene Valiquette, a long-serving Ohio legislator who was the state's longest-serving woman in the General Assembly. It formally expresses the House of Representatives' condolences and tribute to her legacy of public service, leadership, and integrity. The measure directs the Clerk to send an official copy of the resolution to her family as a gesture of respect.

passed · Ohio · House Dec 27, 2024

HR 667: In memory of Carolyn Jean Prentiss.

This bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the life and legacy of Carolyn Jean Prentiss, a former Ohio state legislator who passed away. It formally acknowledges her sixteen years of service in the Ohio House and Senate, highlighting her roles as a minority leader and advocate for community organizations. The resolution expresses the House's sympathy to her family and directs the Clerk to send a certified copy of the tribute to them.

passed · Ohio · House Dec 27, 2024

HR 601: In memory of David Hobson.

This bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the memory of David Hobson, a former Ohio state senator and U.S. representative who passed away. It formally acknowledges his significant contributions to public service, particularly his support for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the Springfield Air National Guard Base, and the NASA Glenn Research Center. The measure also recognizes his role as a devoted family man and expresses the House's condolences to his wife, Carolyn, and his children. Finally, it directs the Clerk of the House to send an official copy of this tribute to Hobson's family.

passed · Ohio · House Dec 27, 2024

HR 120: In memory of Jon D. Myers.

This bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the memory of Jon D. Myers, a man who served in various public and private roles including as an Ohio State Representative and city council president. The legislation formally recognizes his contributions to his community and family while expressing the House of Representatives' sympathy to his loved ones. Upon passage, the Clerk of the House will send an official copy of the resolution to Myers's family as a tribute to his life and legacy.

passed · Ohio · House Dec 27, 2024

HR 438: In memory of Brigid Kelly.

This bill, titled "In memory of Brigid Kelly," is a commemorative resolution honoring the late Ohio state representative and Hamilton County auditor. It formally expresses the House of Representatives' condolences and pays tribute to Kelly's public service, including her work on eliminating the "pink tax" and her leadership as minority whip. The resolution also directs the Clerk to send a copy of the document to Kelly's family as a gesture of respect.

passed · Ohio · House Dec 27, 2024

HR 435: In memory of Charles F. Kurfess.

This bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the memory of Charles F. Kurfess, a former Ohio state representative and lawyer. It formally expresses the House of Representatives' condolences to his family and acknowledges his service as Speaker of the House, his military duty in the Korean War, and his long career in law. The resolution directs the Clerk to send an official copy of the tribute to Kurfess's family, serving as a formal record of respect rather than enacting new laws or policies.

passed · Ohio · House Dec 27, 2024

HR 600: In memory of Darrell W. Opfer.

This bill is a resolution honoring the memory of Darrell W. Opfer, a former public official and community leader from Ohio. It formally expresses the House of Representatives' sympathy to his family and acknowledges his service as a teacher, county commissioner, state representative, and Peace Corps volunteer. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to send an authenticated copy of the tribute to Opfer's family.

passed · Ohio · House Dec 27, 2024

HR 96: In memory of Dr. Samuel Wallace Speck, Jr.

This bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the memory of Dr. Samuel Wallace Speck, Jr., a former Ohio legislator and public servant. It formally recognizes his contributions to his community and family while expressing the House's sympathy to his loved ones. The resolution directs the Clerk to send an official copy of the document to Speck's family as a gesture of respect.

passed · Ohio · House Dec 27, 2024

HR 651: In memory of Senator J. Kirk Schuring.

HR 651 is a commemorative resolution honoring Senator J. Kirk Schuring following his death. The bill expresses the House of Representatives' sympathies to his family and acknowledges his thirty-one years of service in the Ohio legislature, including his roles as acting speaker and president pro tempore. It also highlights his community involvement and directs the Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to his family. This measure serves as a formal tribute rather than establishing new laws or policies.