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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 693: Enact the Affirming Families First Act

To amend sections 2151.412, 2151.426, 3109.04, 3109.054, and 3129.01 and to enact sections 2151.032, 3129.10, 3129.11, 3129.12, 3129.13, 3129.14, 3129.15, 3129.21, 3129.211, 3129.22, 3129.23, 3129.24, 3129.25, 3129.26, 3129.30, 3129.301, 3129.35, 3129.351, and 4743.15 of the Revised Code to enact the Affirming Families First Act and protect the right to affirm a minor child's sex.
Gary Click (R) Josh Williams (R) · 13 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 685: Establish provisions governing date rape drug testing devices

HB 685 requires bars and clubs with specific permits to offer free or low-cost drink testing devices that detect date rape drugs like GHB, ketamine, and flunitrazepam within five minutes. The bill mandates businesses to post clear notices about the testing service and ensure devices are not expired. It establishes an anonymous, voluntary reporting system for positive test results, with data aggregated and made public for safety analysis - but not used for enforcement actions against businesses. This directly affects hospitality venues and their patrons seeking to verify drink safety.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill prevents date rape by enabling rapid drug detection in venues, promoting victim safety through prevention (not punishment), aligning with criminal justice reform goals of reducing sexual assault.92% confidence
Jean Schmidt (R) Crystal Lett (D) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 700: Regards Ohio Access to Justice Foundation, use of state funds

To amend sections 117.01, 120.521, and 120.54 and to enact sections 9.631 and 3129.07 of the Revised Code to modify the membership of the board of directors of the Ohio Access to Justice Foundation and to prohibit the use of state funds for certain purposes.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesProhibits state funds for certain purposes, restricting budget allocation under Finance and Appropriations subject.90% confidence
Josh Williams (R)
in committee · Ohio · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 8: Require health plan and Medicaid coverage of biomarker testing

HB 8 requires health insurance plans and Ohio Medicaid to cover biomarker testing for diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing disease monitoring when ordered by a provider as medically necessary. The bill mandates coverage only for tests supported by specific evidence, such as FDA-approved uses, clinical guidelines, or peer-reviewed studies showing improved health outcomes, and explicitly excludes screening purposes. It also requires plans to minimize disruptions in care (like multiple biopsies) and ensures an accessible appeal process for coverage denials. This affects patients with conditions requiring these tests and healthcare providers ordering them, but does not change existing coverage for screening.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates Ohio Medicaid coverage for biomarker testing, directly increasing government spending and appropriations for healthcare services.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 8 mandates health insurance and Medicaid coverage for medically necessary biomarker testing, expanding patient access to diagnostic and monitoring services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 8 mandates health insurance plans to cover biomarker testing, thereby expanding the scope of health benefits available to workers.75% confidence
Andrea White (R)
passed · Ohio · Senate Feb 18, 2026

SB 151: Allow certain natural gas suppliers to offer carbon offsets

To amend section 4929.02 and to enact sections 4929.51, 4929.52, 4929.53, 4929.55, 4929.57, and 4929.59 of the Revised Code to allow for competitive retail natural gas service suppliers to offer carbon offsets to customers.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill SB 151 allows natural gas suppliers to offer carbon offsets, introducing a mechanism for carbon mitigation within the energy sector, aligning with sustainable energy practices.80% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill allows natural gas suppliers to offer carbon offsets, a mechanism designed to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, thus addressing climate change concerns.80% confidence
Shane Wilkin (R)
passed · Ohio · Senate Feb 18, 2026

SB 216: Designate Clarence "Sonny" Smith, Jr. Memorial Highway.

To enact section 5534.921 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 7 in Mahoning County as the "Clarence "Sonny" Smith, Jr. Memorial Highway."
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill designates a portion of State Route 7, a highway, as a memorial. This is a direct legislative action concerning transportation infrastructure.90% confidence
Al Cutrona (R)
passed · Ohio · Senate Feb 18, 2026

SB 228: Create the Lifetown license plate

SB 228 creates a new specialty license plate option in Ohio designated as the "Lifetown" plate. This bill amends state law to allow drivers to choose this specific plate design when renewing or purchasing license plates. The plate would display the "Lifetown" designation, directly affecting Ohio drivers who select this specialty plate. It is a procedural change to the state's license plate program, not a new policy with broader regulatory impact.
Hearcel Craig (D) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · Ohio · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 59: Revise and streamline the state's occupational regulations

HB 59 requires all occupational licensing boards (like those for nurses, electricians, or contractors) to undergo regular reviews to determine if they still serve a public need. Each board must submit detailed reports on their purpose, costs, staffing, and effectiveness, and then prove to legislative committees that their regulation is necessary for public safety, not duplicative, and not unduly restrictive. Committees must evaluate boards using 23 specific criteria, including whether less restrictive alternatives exist or if the board serves private interests. This law directly affects every state occupational licensing board by shifting the burden to demonstrate continued necessity, rather than assuming boards should remain in place. The goal is to eliminate unnecessary regulations that could increase costs or hinder economic activity.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates regular reviews of occupational licensing boards for purpose, costs, and effectiveness, promoting fiscal responsibility and efficient government spending.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 59 requires review of occupational licenses for professionals like nurses to ensure regulations aren't unduly restrictive, potentially increasing the healthcare workforce and improving patient access.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 59 aims to streamline occupational regulations, ensuring they are not 'unduly restrictive,' which could expand access to licensed professions and advance employment opportunities.75% confidence
Mark Hiner (R) Sarah Fowler Arthur (R)
passed · Ohio · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 102: Restrict sex offender from residing, loitering near victim’s home

HB 102 prohibits sex offenders and child-victim offenders from residing within 2,000 feet of a victim’s home or loitering within 1,000 feet of that home. The bill directly affects individuals convicted of sex offenses who are subject to residency restrictions under Ohio law. Key provisions establish clear distance limits: a 2,000-foot buffer for living near a victim’s residence and a 1,000-foot buffer for lingering or loitering. These changes aim to enhance safety for victims by limiting close proximity to their homes.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill imposes new residency and loitering restrictions on convicted sex offenders, expanding post-conviction penalties and limiting their freedoms.80% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingHB 102 restricts where sex offenders can reside, directly limiting housing options and property rights for this specific group within the housing topic area.95% confidence
Josh Williams (R) Roy Klopfenstein (R) · 19 co-sponsors
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