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signed · Ohio · Senate Sep 30, 2025

SB 27: Designate Ameloblastoma Awareness Day

SB 27 designates March 20th as "Ameloblastoma Awareness Day" in Ohio. This symbolic designation raises public awareness about ameloblastoma, a rare benign jaw tumor, but does not create new laws, funding, or obligations. The bill affects the general public and those impacted by ameloblastoma by formally recognizing a day for education and awareness. It is a procedural measure with no substantive policy changes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareSB 27 designates an awareness day for a medical condition, promoting public understanding and education within the healthcare topic, which advances public health.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

signed · Ohio · Senate Aug 27, 2025

SB 20: Designate Ohio Stroke Awareness Week

SB 20 designates the first week of May each year as "Ohio Stroke Awareness Week" through a new section in the Revised Code. This procedural bill creates a formal observance period to highlight stroke prevention and treatment, directly affecting Ohio residents through public health messaging. It does not establish new programs, funding, or requirements - only the official naming of the awareness period. The bill’s sole mechanism is the statutory designation in the code.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareSB 20 designates Ohio Stroke Awareness Week to highlight stroke prevention and treatment, promoting public health messaging and advancing understanding within healthcare.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

signed · Ohio · House Aug 27, 2025

HB 4: Designate Ohio Stillbirth Prevention Day

HB 4 designates September 19 as "Ohio Stillbirth Prevention Day" in the state's Revised Code. This procedural bill establishes an annual observance to raise public awareness about stillbirth prevention. It directly affects Ohio residents by creating a designated day for education and community efforts related to stillbirth. The bill does not change existing laws or allocate funding; it simply names a specific date for awareness purposes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDesignates 'Ohio Stillbirth Prevention Day' to raise public awareness and support community efforts for stillbirth prevention, advancing public health.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

passed · Ohio · House Jun 25, 2025

HB 141: Regards prescribed pediatric extended care centers

To enact sections 3724.01, 3724.02, 3724.03, 3724.04, 3724.05, 3724.06, 3724.07, 3724.08, 3724.09, 3724.99, 5164.27, and 5166.111 of the Revised Code regarding prescribed pediatric extended care centers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enacts sections regarding prescribed pediatric extended care centers, directly supporting specialized health services for children and involving Health and Human Services and Medicaid.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 25, 2025

HB 122: Create tax credit for employers providing organ donors paid leave

To amend section 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.74 of the Revised Code to create an income tax credit for employers that provide paid leave to organ donors.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill creates an income tax credit, which reduces state tax revenue and thereby limits funds available for the state budget and government spending.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill creates a tax credit for employers providing paid leave to organ donors, which removes a barrier to organ donation, thereby advancing health services and patient access to life-saving organs.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill incentivizes employers to provide paid leave for organ donors, expanding worker benefits and improving employment standards.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 25, 2025

HB 207: Designate Male Wellness Month and Take Your Dad to the Doctor Day

To enact sections 5.2322 and 5.2323 of the Revised Code to designate June as "Male Wellness Month" and the third Monday in June as "Take Your Dad to the Doctor Day."

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill HB 207 designates Male Wellness Month and Take Your Dad to the Doctor Day, promoting health awareness and encouraging medical check-ups, directly supporting public health.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 133: Authorize tax credit - small employers with health reimbursement

To amend section 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.87 of the Revised Code to authorize a nonrefundable income tax credit for small employers that cover their employees with an individual coverage health reimbursement arrangement.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes a nonrefundable income tax credit, which reduces state tax revenue and thus limits the state's fiscal capacity and budget.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill incentivizes small employers to provide health reimbursement arrangements, thereby supporting and expanding access to health insurance coverage for employees.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill incentivizes small employers to offer individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements, expanding health benefits for employees.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 48: Modify tax deductions for 529 plan and ABLE account contributions

HB 48 modifies Ohio's income tax deductions for contributions to 529 college savings plans and ABLE accounts (for people with disabilities). It changes the deduction limits outlined in the Revised Code, affecting Ohio taxpayers who contribute to these accounts. The bill adjusts how much individuals can deduct from their state taxable income for these specific savings contributions. This directly impacts residents using these accounts for education or disability-related expenses. The change alters the state tax benefit structure for these financial tools without altering federal rules.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill modifies income tax deductions, directly impacting taxation and fiscal management. Such modifications often aim to provide tax relief or refine existing tax benefits.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 48 modifies tax deductions for 529 college savings plans. Changes to these deductions typically aim to incentivize saving for education, thereby expanding financial access to higher education.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill modifies tax deductions for ABLE accounts, which help people with disabilities save for expenses, including healthcare, without losing benefits. This supports financial planning for a population with significant healthcare needs.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Ohio · House May 28, 2025

HB 104: Designate Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day

HB 104 would designate February 14 each year as "Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day" by adding a new section (5.2540) to Ohio's Revised Code. This bill creates a symbolic state observance without imposing new requirements on individuals, businesses, or healthcare providers. The designation aims to encourage public awareness and educational activities focused on heart health during February. It directly affects Ohio's official calendar and serves as a tool for community organizations to promote cardiovascular health initiatives.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 104 designates a day for cardiovascular health awareness, promoting public health education and initiatives, which supports the healthcare topic.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Ohio · House May 14, 2025

HB 130: Regards Medicaid Estate Recovery Program notification requirement

HB 130 enacts section 5162.213 of the Revised Code. This new section establishes specific notification requirements for the Medicaid Estate Recovery Program. The bill directly affects individuals who are part of this program and their families by mandating changes to how they are informed about potential estate recovery. The provided abstract does not detail the exact nature of these new notification requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes specific notification requirements for Medicaid Estate Recovery, improving transparency and information for individuals and families involved in a healthcare program.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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