Ohio Bills

passed · Ohio · House Oct 1, 2025

HR 257: Observing World Sight Day in Ohio, October 9, 2025.

HR 257 is a ceremonial bill designating October 9, 2025, as "World Sight Day" in Ohio. It directs the state to recognize this day to raise awareness about vision health and eye care. The bill has no funding, regulatory, or policy effects - it is purely symbolic and does not impact any programs, services, or individuals. (HR 257, Official Abstract: "Observing World Sight Day in Ohio, October 9, 2025.")

passed · Ohio · House Oct 1, 2025

HR 245: Honoring the Lebanon High School softball team as the 2025 Division I State Champion.

HR 245 is a symbolic resolution honoring the Lebanon High School softball team for winning the 2025 Division I State Championship. It formally recognizes the team's achievement in a non-binding, commemorative gesture with no policy changes or direct impact on legislation or constituents. This procedural bill serves solely to celebrate the team's athletic success.

passed · Ohio · House Oct 1, 2025

HR 255: In memory of Mary Rose Oakar.

HR 255 is a commemorative resolution honoring the late Mary Rose Oakar, a former Ohio House Representative and Cleveland City Council member. It expresses the Ohio House of Representatives' condolences to her family and memorializes her career, highlighting her service on committees focused on banking, aging, and public housing, as well as her advocacy for breast cancer research, Lake Erie protection, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. The resolution has no policy impact - it serves solely as a symbolic tribute to her legacy. It was adopted by the Ohio House on October 1, 2025.

Dan Troy (D) Gary Click (R) Monica Blasdel (R) Andrea White (R) Thad Claggett (R)

passed · Ohio · House Oct 1, 2025

HR 248: Honoring Tyjon Cousins as the 2025 National Little Brother of the Year.

HR 248 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Tyjon Cousins for being selected as the 2025 National Little Brother of the Year. It recognizes his achievement in a youth mentorship program (likely organized by a non-profit, such as Big Brothers Big Sisters), though the resolution itself does not create new policy or affect any laws. The bill directly acknowledges one individual's participation in a specific award program. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding effect or practical impact beyond symbolic recognition.

passed · Ohio · House Oct 1, 2025

HR 258: Honoring FlameGuard on winning first place at the 2025 De La Vega Global Entrepreneurship Awards.

HR 258 is a ceremonial resolution honoring FlameGuard for winning first place at the 2025 De La Vega Global Entrepreneurship Awards. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, rights, or obligations; it simply provides formal recognition of the company's achievement. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture by the House of Representatives without any substantive legislative impact.

passed · Ohio · House Oct 1, 2025

HR 250: Honoring the Paulding Knights of Columbus on its Centennial.

HR 250 is a formal resolution honoring the Paulding Knights of Columbus chapter for its 100th anniversary. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves as a symbolic recognition by the House of Representatives. The bill directly acknowledges the local chapter's community service and longevity but has no practical impact on constituents or government operations. This is a standard commemorative resolution with no associated funding or legislative changes.

passed · Ohio · Senate Oct 1, 2025

SR 201: Honoring Saint Ignatius High School on its One Hundred Fortieth Anniversary.

This ceremonial resolution (SR 201) honors Saint Ignatius High School for celebrating its 140th anniversary. It does not create new policies or affect any individuals or groups, as it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition. The resolution formally acknowledges the school's historical significance and contributions to the community through a statement from the legislature.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Ohio · House Oct 1, 2025

HR 251: Honoring the City of University Heights on the One Hundredth Anniversary of its city hall.

This bill (HR 251) is a ceremonial resolution proposing formal recognition of the City of University Heights for the 100th anniversary of its city hall. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; instead, it directs the House of Representatives to honor the city's milestone through a symbolic resolution. The measure directly acknowledges University Heights' local history and community significance. As a commemorative resolution, it has no practical policy impact beyond the recognition.

passed · Ohio · Senate Sep 30, 2025

SR 196: Honoring the Olentangy High School baseball team on winning the 2025 Division I State Championship.

SR 196 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Olentangy High School baseball team for winning the 2025 Division I State Championship. It formally recognizes the team's achievement through a resolution adopted by the legislature. This bill does not create new laws, allocate funding, or affect any specific policies; it solely provides symbolic recognition to the team and school. The resolution directly affects the team members, coaches, and school community by formally acknowledging their championship victory.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Ohio · Senate Sep 30, 2025

SR 195: Honoring the Akron Urban League on its One Hundredth Anniversary.

This resolution (SR 195) formally commends the Akron Urban League for its 100th anniversary. It directly honors the Akron Urban League organization itself, recognizing its century-long service to the community. The resolution contains no policy changes, funding provisions, or obligations; it is purely a ceremonial expression of appreciation by the legislature. As a commemorative resolution, it does not affect any laws or individuals beyond this symbolic gesture.

passed · Ohio · Senate Sep 30, 2025

SR 198: Honoring Katie Moon as a 2025 World Athletics Championships gold medalist.

Senate Resolution 198 honors Katie Moon for winning a gold medal in the 2025 World Athletics Championships. This non-binding ceremonial resolution expresses legislative recognition of her athletic achievement without creating any legal obligations or policy changes. It directly acknowledges Moon's accomplishment as a symbolic gesture from the legislature. The resolution does not affect any laws, regulations, or individuals beyond this formal acknowledgment.

passed · Ohio · Senate Sep 30, 2025

SR 197: Honoring the Olentangy High School girls lacrosse team on winning the 2025 Division I State Championship.

SR 197 is a Senate Resolution honoring the Olentangy High School girls lacrosse team for winning the 2025 Division I State Championship. This resolution serves as a ceremonial expression of recognition with no legal effect or policy changes. It directly acknowledges the team's athletic achievement and does not impact any laws, funding, or regulations. The bill is purely symbolic and does not involve any substantive legislative action.

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