This bill proposes adding a new section to the Ohio Constitution to require voters to present a valid photo identification when casting their ballots in person. The measure would allow individuals with a sincere religious objection to photography to use alternative verification methods and would let voters without ID cast a provisional ballot if they can provide acceptable identification by a specified deadline. Acceptable forms of ID include a driver's license, state ID, passport, military ID, or other documents authorized by law that contain the voter's name and photograph. If approved by a majority of voters in a future election, this constitutional change would immediately take effect and apply to all future elections.
This bill allows hospice care providers to enter into agreements with facilities that house terminally ill homeless individuals, enabling the delivery of specialized end-of-life services. To qualify for this partnership, the facility must ensure that all residents have a life expectancy of six months or less, lack family support or financial means for care, and do not currently receive payment from residents or federal programs like Medicaid or Medicare. Additionally, the law permits these facilities to assist residents with taking non-injectable medications under specific medical supervision and requires strict adherence to state and federal health and safety standards.
To enact section 3792.02 of the Revised Code to authorize a pregnant minor to consent to receive health care to maintain the life or improve the health of herself or the unborn child she is carrying.
To amend sections 1751.12 and 1751.32 and to enact sections 3923.811 and 3959.21 of the Revised Code to prohibit certain health insurance cost-sharing practices.
To amend sections 3301.0714, 3302.03, 3314.03, 3317.25, 3324.10, and 3326.11; to enact new section 3313.6032 and sections 3302.131, 3302.132, 3313.6034, 3313.6035, 3319.2214, and 3319.2311; and to repeal section 3313.6032 of the Revised Code to enact the Science of Math Act with regard to academic intervention services at public schools and the establishment of mathematics improvement and intervention plans.
To enact section 5180.23 of the Revised Code to require the Children and Youth Advisory Council to develop a plan to establish a universal home visiting program for parents and caregivers of children and to name this act the Family Home Visits Act.
HB 912 creates the State and Municipal Government Commission to improve cooperation between state and local governments in Ohio. This new body will analyze how state policies affect local home rule authority, facilitate collaboration between leaders, and provide recommendations on funding and policy impacts. The commission consists of thirteen members appointed by various state officials, including the governor, legislative leaders, and local mayors, who serve two-year terms. It must meet at least twice a year and submit annual reports to the General Assembly detailing its findings and suggestions for preserving municipal authority. All official reports require approval from a majority of members, including representation from both political parties and specific local government officials.
HR 439 is a symbolic resolution that formally recognizes May as Water Safety Month in Ohio. The bill highlights the importance of swimming skills and education in preventing drowning, which is a leading cause of unintentional injury death for children. It directs the Clerk of the House to send copies of this resolution to Ohio news media to raise public awareness. This measure does not create new laws or funding but serves to promote water safety awareness through official recognition.
To enact section 3345.211 of the Revised Code to enact the Campus Self-Defense Act to allow adults to carry nonlethal self-defense weapons on state institution of higher education campuses.
To enact section 2151.282 of the Revised Code to require trauma-informed care training for guardians ad litem and court-appointed special advocates in child welfare proceedings.
To enact section 175.50 of the Revised Code to provide grants to qualifying applicants for mortgage assistance and to name the act the Mortgage Stability Act.
HB 911 restricts where commercial beekeepers can place their hives by requiring them to register with the state agriculture director and adhere to specific location rules. The bill mandates that new commercial apiaries must be at least three miles away from any other registered commercial apiary, unless the new keeper obtains permission from the existing owner or meets other narrow exceptions like using the bees for crop pollination. This legislation directly affects businesses that raise bees for honey production or other commercial uses, while exempting those who keep bees solely for personal enjoyment or agricultural support. By enforcing these distance requirements and registration procedures, the law aims to organize beekeeping operations within the state without advocating for or against the industry's growth.
