HR 27 is a symbolic resolution passed by the Ohio House of Representatives to honor The Ohio State University spirit team for winning the 2025 UCA & UDA College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship in the Division IA spirit-game day category. The resolution commends the team's "outstanding collective effort," dedication, and championship performance, expressing appreciation for their "power, poise, and precision." It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies - its sole purpose is to formally recognize the team's achievement through a written tribute. The resolution was adopted on February 5, 2025, and directs the House Clerk to send a copy to the team.
To adopt the Legislative Code of Ethics for the members and employees of both chambers of the 136th General Assembly, employees of any legislative agency, and candidates for the 137th General Assembly.
This resolution honors The Ohio State University dance team for winning the 2025 UCA & UDA College National Division IA Jazz Championship. It directly recognizes the team, their coach Melissa McGhee, and their second consecutive national title. The resolution formally congratulates them through a House of Representatives resolution, with a copy sent to the team by the House Clerk. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply provides formal recognition of their athletic achievement.
This is a procedural resolution (not substantive legislation) that authorizes travel reimbursements for specific House members. It directs the Chief Administrative Officer to pay travel allowances based on round-trip mileage from each member's residence to the state capital for 66 named representatives. The bill does not create new policy or affect the public; it simply implements existing reimbursement rules for these individual legislators. It was adopted on February 5, 2025.
This resolution honors the Ohio State University football team for winning the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship. It recognizes their achievement of securing the team's ninth national title, including defeating top-ranked opponents and achieving a perfect academic score. The resolution directs the House Clerk to send an authenticated copy of the resolution to the team. It has no policy impact and serves solely as a ceremonial acknowledgment.
HR 28 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Hinckley Township, Ohio, for its 200th anniversary. It expresses the Ohio House of Representatives' admiration for the township's history, community values, and growth over two centuries, without creating any new laws or affecting residents. The resolution formally congratulates Hinckley Township and directs the House Clerk to send a certified copy to the township. As a purely symbolic gesture, it has no policy impact or financial obligations.
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Ohio House of Representatives to honor the Cardington Volunteer Fire Department on its 150th anniversary (sesquicentennial). It formally recognizes the department's community service and dedication without creating any new laws, policies, or funding requirements. The resolution was adopted on February 5, 2025, and directs the House Clerk to send a copy to the fire department.
SR 28 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Theresea Varrasso for her years of service to the Ohio Senate staff. It formally commends her work as a page, journal clerk, legislative aide, and deputy press secretary, recognizing her dedication to the Senate's efficiency and success. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a non-binding expression of appreciation from the Senate. It directly affects Theresea Varrasso by publicly acknowledging her contributions.
This Senate resolution (SR 27) formally honors Maggie Purdy for her service to the Ohio Senate. It recognizes her roles as a legislative aide, deputy press secretary for the Senate Majority Caucus, and her contributions to legislative efficiency during her tenure. The resolution commends her dedication and will be sent to her as a formal acknowledgment of her work. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or policies.
This is a symbolic resolution (SR 25) passed by the Ohio Senate to honor Fulton County's 175th anniversary. It does not create new laws or affect policies; it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation for the county's history and contributions. The resolution commends Fulton County's development, civic spirit, and role in Ohio's success, and directs the Senate Clerk to send a certified copy to the county. As a commemorative measure, it has no regulatory or financial impact.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 23), not a substantive bill. It formally honors Urban Meyer for his 2025 induction into the College Football Hall of Fame. The Ohio Senate resolution expresses admiration for Meyer's coaching career and achievements, including three national championships, and commends him as "one of Ohio’s finest citizens." It has no legal effect or policy impact - it is purely a symbolic gesture with no provisions or mechanisms.
Senate Resolution 26 honors Kathleen A. Luikart for her 40+ years of service with the Ohio Legislative Service Commission (LSC), recognizing her roles as a fiscal analyst, mentor to staff, and contributor to legislative training programs. The resolution, adopted by the Ohio Senate on February 4, 2025, formally expresses appreciation for her dedication and extends best wishes for her retirement. It does not create new laws or affect policy; it is a ceremonial tribute without legal or financial impact. The resolution directly acknowledges Luikart's contributions to the LSC and the Ohio General Assembly.
