Criminal Justice

passed · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2026

HB 346: Enact V.J.'s Law

To amend sections 2151.421 and 2151.99 of the Revised Code to enact V.J.'s Law to require mandatory reporters of child abuse or neglect to report to both a peace officer and the public children services agency.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill requires mandatory child abuse reporting to peace officers, strengthening law enforcement's role and the criminal justice system's capacity to address child abuse.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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signed · Ohio · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SB 137: Require hospitals to provide overdose reversal drugs

To enact sections 3727.81, 3727.811, and 5119.192 of the Revised Code to require hospitals to provide overdose reversal drugs under certain circumstances.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill addresses the opioid crisis by requiring overdose reversal drugs. This aligns with public health and harm reduction strategies that support criminal justice reform by reducing drug-related deaths and potential criminal justice involvement.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill requires hospitals to provide overdose reversal drugs, directly improving patient access to critical health services and strengthening public health initiatives.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

passed · Ohio · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 565: Enact the Grand Jury Privacy and Protection Act

To amend section 149.43 of the Revised Code to exempt from disclosure under Public Records Law, the name and address of a grand juror and the signature of a grand-jury foreperson, and to name this act the Grand Jury Privacy and Protection Act.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill protects the privacy of grand jurors, which strengthens the integrity and functioning of the grand jury system, a key component of the criminal justice system.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill protects personal data (grand juror names, addresses, signatures) from public disclosure, aligning with the 'data privacy' aspect of the Technology topic.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Ohio · House Apr 15, 2026

HB 252: Modify offenses of burglary, breaking and entering, and trespass

To amend sections 2911.11, 2911.12, and 2911.13 of the Revised Code to modify the offenses of burglary, aggravated burglary, breaking and entering, and trespass in a habitation when a person is present or likely to be present.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill modifies offenses like burglary and trespass, particularly when a person is present, likely expanding criminalization or increasing potential sentences within the criminal justice system.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill modifies offenses of burglary and trespass in a habitation, strengthening protections for residential properties and the safety of their occupants, which aligns with protecting property rights under the housing topic.65% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Ohio · House Apr 15, 2026

HB 217: Enact the Finding and Identifying with NamUs Data (FIND) Act

To amend sections 2901.30, 2901.41, and 2901.42 of the Revised Code to enact the Finding and Identifying with NamUs Data (FIND) Act to require law enforcement agencies to enter information relating to a report of a missing person in the national missing and unidentified persons system (NamUs).

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 217 mandates law enforcement agencies to use the NamUs system, enhancing data sharing and identification efforts within the criminal justice system.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHB 217 mandates law enforcement agencies to use the national missing and unidentified persons system (NamUs), a technological database, thereby advancing its application.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 84: Enact the Innocence Act

To amend sections 2307.66, 2917.211, and 2981.02 and to enact sections 2307.68 and 2907.312 of the Revised Code to enact the Innocence Act to prohibit an organization from failing to verify the age of a person attempting to access material that is obscene or harmful to juveniles, to prohibit a person from using another person's likeness to create sexual images of the other person, and to create a private right of action for each prohibited activity.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnacts new prohibitions and private rights of action to protect juveniles and individuals from sexual exploitation, strengthening the legal framework against such harms.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill protects digital rights by prohibiting the creation of sexual images using another's likeness and regulates organizations regarding age verification for online content, aligning with consumer protection in technology.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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signed · Ohio · House Mar 20, 2026

HB 29: Regards inmates' access to feminine hygiene products and showers

To enact sections 341.261, 753.321, and 5120.631 of the Revised Code regarding inmates' access to feminine hygiene products and showers by municipal and county correctional facilities and state correctional institutions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill improves inmate welfare by ensuring access to feminine hygiene products and showers in correctional facilities, aligning with criminal justice reform and protecting civil rights.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill improves inmate access to essential feminine hygiene products and showers, directly enhancing health services and protecting health within correctional facilities.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

in committee · Ohio · House Mar 11, 2026

HB 378: Create the Blue Knights L.E.M.C. license plate

HB 378 creates a special "Blue Knights L.E.M.C." license plate option for Ohio vehicle owners. This procedural bill establishes the plate design under Ohio Revised Code, allowing drivers to purchase it as an alternative to standard plates. The revenue generated from plate sales typically supports the designated organization (Blue Knights L.E.M.C.), though the bill itself does not specify funding details. It directly affects Ohio residents who choose to adopt this plate for their vehicles.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new optional license plate with an associated fee, generating revenue that contributes to state fiscal management.75% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill creates a special license plate for the Blue Knights L.E.M.C., a law enforcement motorcycle club, providing public recognition and potential funding for a group associated with law enforcement.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 378 creates a new license plate option, directly affecting vehicle regulations and registration, which are core components of the transportation system.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 532: Regards custody of children who cannot be released to a parent

To amend sections 2151.27, 2151.31, 2151.419, 2152.72, 3109.58, and 3109.68 of the Revised Code to require a public children services agency to take immediate custody of specified children who cannot be released to a parent, guardian, or custodian.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 532 mandates public children services agencies to take immediate custody of specified children, strengthening child protection within the juvenile justice framework.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 58: Create recovery housing residences certificate of need program

To amend section 5119.393 and to enact sections 5119.398, 5119.399, 5119.3910, 5119.3911, 5119.3912, 5119.3913, 5119.3914, and 5119.3915 of the Revised Code to create a certificate of need program for recovery housing residences.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 58 creates a program for recovery housing, which supports rehabilitation for individuals with substance abuse issues, potentially reducing recidivism and advancing criminal justice reform.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill HB 58 creates a certificate of need program for recovery housing residences, a type of health service for substance abuse and addiction. This aims to regulate and strengthen this specific area of healthcare.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill creates a certificate of need program for recovery housing residences, which are a specific type of housing, thereby supporting their provision and regulation.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Criminal Justice

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