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passed · Ohio · Senate Nov 5, 2025

SB 144: Regards educator license grade bands

SB 144 requires new educator licenses in Ohio to specify a clear grade band (pre-kindergarten through 5, 4 through 8, or 7 through 12) for which the teacher is authorized to teach. This change applies only to licenses issued after the bill's effective date and does not affect current license holders or educators with existing licenses. The requirement excludes specialized teaching areas like arts, world languages, career-technical education, and intervention specialist licenses, which continue to follow existing rules.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 144 clarifies educator licensing by requiring specific grade bands for new licenses, which strengthens teacher qualifications and professional standards in education.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Teachers

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passed · Ohio · Senate Nov 10, 2025

SR 217: Honoring Brice Fuller as the 2025 Division III State Boys Cross Country Champion.

This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 217) recognizing Brice Fuller as the 2025 Division III State Boys Cross Country Champion. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to formally honor an individual high school athlete's athletic achievement. The resolution directly affects Brice Fuller by publicly acknowledging his championship title. It is a symbolic gesture with no practical or legislative impact beyond recognition.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCeremonial resolution honoring a high school athlete's achievement provides symbolic support and recognition for student programs within K-12 education.60% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 95: Support members of Ohio Veterans Education Council

House Bill 95 proposes to provide state funding specifically for higher education institutions in Ohio. This appropriation is designated for institutions that are members of the Ohio Veterans Education Council. The bill aims to financially support these institutions in their work.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 95 proposes to provide state funding and an appropriation for higher education institutions, directly impacting state budgets and government spending.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill proposes state funding for higher education institutions, directly increasing financial support for the education sector.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHB 95 provides state funding to higher education institutions belonging to the Ohio Veterans Education Council, directly supporting initiatives for veterans' education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education

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passed · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HR 239: Honoring Beau Hesler on winning a 2025 OHSAA Division III State Track and Field Championship.

This bill (HR 239) is a symbolic resolution honoring Beau Hesler, a high school athlete, for winning the 2025 OHSAA Division III State Track and Field Championship. It directly recognizes his athletic achievement without creating any new laws, funding, or obligations. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment by the legislative body, with no concrete policy changes or impacts beyond the ceremonial recognition. As a commemorative measure, it does not affect any specific programs, regulations, or individuals beyond the named honoree.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill formally recognizes a high school athlete's achievement, indirectly supporting student programs and positive outcomes within the K-12 education system.60% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 23, 2025

HR 165: Honoring the Delaware Area Career Center computer animation team on placing first at the 2025 Business Professionals of America National Leadership Conference.

Honoring the Delaware Area Career Center computer animation team on placing first at the 2025 Business Professionals of America National Leadership Conference.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill honors an achievement by students from a career center, positively highlighting success within an educational institution and student program.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill honors a computer animation team for excellence, positively recognizing and implicitly promoting achievement within a specific technological field.65% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · Senate May 28, 2025

SB 203: Require political subdivisions to adopt a cybersecurity program

SB 203 requires local governments (like cities, counties, and school districts) to adopt formal cybersecurity programs to protect their digital systems. The bill mandates these "political subdivisions" to create and maintain written plans addressing risks, such as securing data and preventing cyberattacks. Key provisions include establishing policies for incident response, employee training, and regular security assessments. This directly affects all local government entities by imposing specific, concrete requirements for safeguarding public information systems.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 203 mandates cybersecurity programs for local governments. By preventing costly cyberattacks and data breaches, these programs promote fiscal responsibility and protect government finances from significant losses, thus supporting the topic.75% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeSB 203 requires local governments, including criminal justice entities like police and courts, to adopt cybersecurity programs, strengthening their data protection and operational integrity.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 203 mandates cybersecurity programs for school districts, protecting their digital systems and data, thereby strengthening educational infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologySB 203 mandates cybersecurity programs for local governments, directly enhancing cybersecurity and protecting digital systems and data, aligning with the 'Technology' topic.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires local governments to adopt cybersecurity programs, protecting digital systems that manage transportation infrastructure (e.g., traffic control, public transit) from cyberattacks, thereby safeguarding their operation and safety.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Tags Local Government

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passed · Ohio · House Apr 9, 2025

HR 98: Honoring the Louisville High School boys basketball team on winning the 2025 Division III State Championship.

This bill (HR 98) is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Louisville High School boys basketball team for winning the 2025 Division III State Championship. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is solely a symbolic gesture of recognition. The resolution formally acknowledges the team's achievement in a non-binding, commemorative manner. No specific individuals or groups are directly impacted by this resolution, as it serves only to express legislative support.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors a high school team's achievement, expressing legislative support for K-12 education and indirectly enhancing recognition of student programs.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 62: Enact the School Bus Safety Act

To amend sections 4503.10, 4503.102, 4503.12, 4511.75, 4511.751, and 4511.76; to amend, for the purpose of adopting a new section number as indicated in parentheses, section 4511.751 (4511.752); and to enact new section 4511.751 and sections 5.501, 3327.18, 3327.19, 4511.753, 4511.754, 4511.755, 4511.756, and 4511.757 of the Revised Code to authorize a civil penalty system related to drivers who illegally pass a school bus but cannot be identified, to designate the month of August as "School Bus Safety Awareness Month," and to designate this act as the School Bus Safety Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes a civil penalty system, which would generate revenue and directly impact state budgets and fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill enhances school bus safety, directly protecting students and ensuring their safe transportation, which is a critical component of the education system.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill enhances transportation safety by authorizing a civil penalty system for drivers who illegally pass school buses, directly affecting vehicle regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety School Transportation Driver Licensing Pedestrian Safety Traffic Safety

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 26, 2025

HB 113: Regards annexation and financial disclosure forms, tax exemptions

To amend sections 102.02, 709.022, 709.023, 709.024, 709.16, and 3735.67 and to enact section 3311.222 of the Revised Code to modify the law regarding annexation and financial disclosure forms, and to require school district approval of residential community reinvestment area property tax exemptions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill requires school district approval for property tax exemptions, which can protect school funding by controlling tax revenue reductions and strengthening fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill requires school district approval for property tax exemptions, granting schools control over a key funding source and protecting potential revenue.80% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill HB 113 requires school district approval for residential community reinvestment area property tax exemptions, potentially limiting housing development incentives.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

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passed · Ohio · Senate Apr 17, 2025

SR 105: Honoring the Archbishop Hoban High School Mock Trial team as the 2025 Ohio Mock Trial State Champion.

Senate Resolution 105 is a commemorative resolution that honors the Archbishop Hoban High School Mock Trial team. It specifically recognizes them for their achievement as the 2025 Ohio Mock Trial State Champion.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill honors a high school team for an educational achievement, recognizing success within K-12 education and implicitly supporting student programs.75% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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