Senate Resolution 262 honors Shumaker, Loop, and Kendrick, LLP, a Florida-based law firm celebrating its 100th anniversary. The resolution, adopted on January 20, 2026, serves as a ceremonial tribute with no legal effect or policy changes. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or specific individuals beyond expressing legislative recognition for the firm's milestone. This is a standard commemorative resolution with no substantive legislative impact.
This bill (HR 318) is a ceremonial resolution honoring Paul Otten, a school superintendent, for being named Ohio Superintendent of the Year for 2026. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals beyond formally recognizing his achievement. The resolution was adopted by the legislature on January 20, 2026. As a procedural measure, it has no regulatory or financial impact.
This Senate resolution recognizes February as American Heart Month in Ohio. It has no policy impact and serves solely as a symbolic gesture by the Ohio Senate to acknowledge the month's focus on heart disease awareness. The resolution includes no new laws, funding, or obligations, and does not directly affect any individuals or entities. It was formally adopted by the Ohio Senate on January 14, 2026.
This is a ceremonial resolution, not a substantive bill. It formally honors St. Henry’s High School football team as the 2025 Division VII State Champion and commends them (along with coach Josh Werling) for their achievements. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes; it simply expresses the House of Representatives' praise and directs the Clerk to send a certified copy to the team. It directly affects the team, coach, school, and community by providing symbolic recognition of their athletic success.
This bill (SR 257) is a ceremonial resolution formally recognizing Jonathan Thomas for his service as a sergeant-at-arms in the Ohio Senate since 2020. It does not create any new laws or policies; instead, it expresses the Senate's appreciation for his dedication and contributions to the Ohio General Assembly. The resolution commends his "loyal service," "civic concern," and "selfless initiative" and directs the Senate Clerk to send him a copy. As a symbolic gesture, it directly affects only Jonathan Thomas and has no legal or financial impact on other Ohio residents.
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 259) honoring The Ohio State University club football team for winning the 2025 NCFA (National Club Football Association) Championship. The resolution commends the team for achieving a perfect undefeated season, defeating Coppin State, and securing their second consecutive national title and fourth in six years. It specifically recognizes the players, their coach James Grega, and their contributions to sportsmanship and community pride. As a symbolic gesture with no legal effect or policy changes, the resolution directs the Senate Clerk to send a formal copy to the team.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 258) honoring the St. Henry High School football team for winning the 2025 Division VII State Championship. It formally congratulates the team on their first-place finish and seventh overall title, recognizing their dedication and performance. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses Senate support through a symbolic gesture. The Senate will send a certified copy to the team.
This resolution honors Esther Price Candies for its 100th anniversary as a Dayton-based business. It commends the company's history of craftsmanship, community involvement, and adherence to industry standards since its founding. The bill directs the Ohio House Clerk to send a certified copy of the resolution to the company, with no financial obligations or policy changes attached. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not affect laws or regulations.
HR 316 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Huck Kurinsky, a 9-10 year old BMX competitor from Bay Middle School, for winning the 2025 USA BMX Freestyle National Championship in his age division. The resolution formally recognizes his fifth consecutive state championship and national title, highlighting his sportsmanship and dedication. It does not create new laws or impact policy, as it is solely a symbolic tribute from the Ohio House of Representatives. The resolution was adopted on January 6, 2026.
This bill (SR 256) is a formal Senate resolution honoring the Newark Catholic High School girls volleyball team for winning the 2025 Division VI State Championship. It recognizes the team's athletic achievement, the coaches' dedication, and the values of teamwork and perseverance gained through competition. The resolution, adopted by the Ohio Senate, directs the Senate Clerk to send an authenticated copy of the resolution to the school. It has no policy impact or financial implications - serving solely as a symbolic gesture of recognition.
This resolution formally commends Lieutenant Tylun Campbell of the Meigs County Sheriff’s Office for receiving the 2025 Outstanding Peace Officer of the Year Award from the Ohio Prosecuting Attorneys Association. It recognizes his demonstrated integrity, dedication to public safety, and community impact during his law enforcement career. The resolution has no policy or funding changes - it is a ceremonial honor expressing the Ohio House of Representatives' appreciation. It directly affects Lieutenant Campbell as the recipient of this symbolic recognition.
HR 314 is a ceremonial resolution adopted by the Ohio House of Representatives to honor the Wadsworth Public Library on its 100th anniversary. It formally commends the library for its century of service to the community, highlighting its role in fostering education, culture, and community engagement, including its renovated local history room. The resolution contains no policy changes, funding, or obligations - it simply expresses the House's appreciation and transmits a copy to the library. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct effect on residents or policy.
