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passed · Ohio · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 281: Allow county comm to award a franchise for public transit system

To amend section 306.04 of the Revised Code to authorize a board of county commissioners, on its own behalf, to award a franchise for the operation of a public transit system.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill authorizes county commissioners to award franchises for public transit systems, which directly facilitates the operation and potential expansion of public transit.95% confidence
Kristina Roegner (R)
passed · Ohio · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 163: Regards AI images, simulated child porn, replica identity fraud

To amend sections 1345.51, 2907.321, 2907.322, 2907.323, and 2913.49 and to enact section 1349.10 of the Revised Code to require AI-generated products have a watermark, to prohibit simulated child pornography, and to prohibit identity fraud using a replica of a person.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill expands criminalization by prohibiting simulated child pornography and identity fraud using replicas, and requiring AI watermarks, aligning with 'expands criminalization' indicator.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill regulates AI products with watermarks and prohibits misuse like simulated child pornography and identity fraud, establishing safeguards for technology's application.95% confidence
Terry Johnson (R) Bill Blessing (R) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · Ohio · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 328: Regards Education and Workforce Return on Investment Initiative

To amend sections 3313.603, 3313.6020, 3313.617, 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24; to enact sections 3301.0733, 3301.14, 3301.141, 3301.142, 3313.6034, and 3313.6115; and to repeal section 3313.607 of the Revised Code regarding the Education and Workforce Return on Investment Initiative, a middle school career exploration course requirement, and student academic and career plans.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill establishes an 'Education and Workforce Return on Investment Initiative,' a middle school career exploration course, and student academic and career plans, indicating an expansion and enhancement of educational programs.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes a 'Workforce Return on Investment Initiative' and career exploration, aiming to advance future employment standards and prepare individuals for the labor market.75% confidence
Kyle Koehler (R) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · Senate May 20, 2026

SB 439: Enact Women Expansion of Learning and Labor Safety or WELLS Act

To enact section 3722.15 of the Revised Code to require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant patients and to name this act the Women Expansion of Learning and Labor Safety or WELLS Act.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates hospitals to create discharge plans for pregnant patients, improving patient safety and access to care.90% confidence
Paula Hicks-Hudson (D) Catherine Ingram (D)
in committee · Ohio · Senate May 20, 2026

SR 359: Urge Court to encourage remote testimony of sexual assault nurses

To urge the Supreme Court of Ohio and the Ohio judicial system to encourage remote appearances of sexual assault nurse examiners in sexual assault trials so that sexual assault nurse examiners can spend less time in courtrooms and more time providing valuable services to victims of sexual assault.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes efficient use of forensic resources in sexual assault trials, aiding victim care and streamlining judicial processes.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill aims to improve patient access and reduce burden on sexual assault nurse examiners, allowing them to focus more on victim care.85% confidence
Michele Reynolds (R)
in committee · Ohio · Senate May 20, 2026

SB 438: Regulate the practice of midwifery, freestanding birthing centers

To amend sections 3701.351, 3702.30, 3702.301, 4723.01, 4723.02, 4723.03, 4723.06, 4723.07, 4723.08, 4723.271, 4723.28, 4723.282, 4723.33, 4723.34, 4723.341, 4723.35, 4723.41, 4723.43, 4723.431, 4723.432, 4723.481, 4723.483, 4723.487, 4723.488, 4723.4810, 4723.4811, 4723.50, 4723.91, 4723.99, 4731.22, and 4731.27 and to enact sections 5.2324, 3702.35, 4723.53, 4723.54, 4723.55, 4723.551, 4723.56, 4723.57, 4723.58, 4723.581, 4723.582, 4723.583, 4723.584, 4723.59, 4723.60, 4724.01, 4724.02, 4724.03, 4724.04, 4724.05, 4724.06, 4724.07, 4724.08, 4724.09, 4724.10, 4724.11, 4724.12, 4724.13, 4724.14, 4724.15, 4724.16, and 4724.99 of the Revised Code to regulate the practice of midwifery, to establish requirements for freestanding birthing centers, and to designate May 5th as the "Day of the Midwife."
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill regulates and establishes standards for midwifery and birthing centers, expanding access to diverse maternity care options.85% confidence
Michele Reynolds (R)
in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 928: Expand prohibitions on abortion trafficking

To amend sections 2108.18, 2108.99, and 2919.14 of the Revised Code to expand the prohibitions on abortion trafficking and the sale of a product of human conception resulting from abortion.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands prohibitions on abortion trafficking, strengthening criminal laws and enhancing law enforcement capabilities to combat a specific crime.85% confidence
Josh Williams (R)
passed · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HR 442: Honoring Brandon Copic as the 2025 Storm Chaser of the Year.

This bill formally recognizes meteorologist Brandon Copic as the 2025 Storm Chaser of the Year. It directs the Clerk of the Ohio House of Representatives to send an official copy of the resolution to Copic as a gesture of appreciation for his work with FOX Weather. The measure serves as a commemorative honor rather than establishing new laws or policies.
Michele Grim (D)
in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 905: Prohibit common ownership of certain health care entities

To enact sections 3962.01, 3962.02, 3962.03, 3962.04, 3962.05, 3962.06, 3962.07, 3962.08, 3962.09, 3962.10, 3962.11, and 3962.12 of the Revised Code to prohibit various types of health care entities from being under common ownership.
Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts common ownership of healthcare entities, which limits market consolidation and potentially reduces access to services.85% confidence
Anita Somani (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 916: Establish the Children's Dental Services Program

HB 916 creates the Children's Dental Services Program to provide dental screenings, treatment, and preventive care to children living in underserved areas. The Department of Health will administer this program, which may utilize mobile dental units to reach schools and communities that need them most. The bill directs the department to focus on increasing access to care and reducing tooth decay among children while requesting specific funding to support these efforts.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly requests specific funding to establish and operate a new children's dental services program.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a new program to provide dental screenings and treatment to underserved children, directly improving access to care.95% confidence
Rachel Baker (D)
in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 898: Enact the Putative Fathers Matter Act

To amend sections 2151.011, 2151.28, 2151.35, 2151.412, 2151.414, 2151.415, 2151.416, 2151.417, and 3107.062 and to enact sections 2151.47, 2151.471, 3109.121, and 3109.122 of the Revised Code to enact the Putative Fathers Matter Act to require notice to putative fathers regarding child welfare hearings and companionship or visitation proceedings and to require notice to grandparents regarding child welfare hearings.
Darnell Brewer (D)
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