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passed · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2026

HB 585: Regards DoDD authority re: community capital assistance funds

To amend section 5123.351 of the Revised Code regarding the authority of the Department of Developmental Disabilities to adopt rules regarding the use of community capital assistance funds.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill addresses the Department of Developmental Disabilities' authority over community capital assistance funds, which impacts services for mental health and disabilities, strengthening the administrative framework for care.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill amends the DoDD's authority to adopt rules for community capital assistance funds. Given 'Housing and Real Property' is a subject, these funds likely support housing initiatives for individuals with developmental disabilities, thereby str...75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2026

HB 611: Issue medical marijuana processor cultivation, dispensary license

HB 611 amends Ohio law to establish new licensing categories for medical marijuana cultivation facilities and dispensaries. The bill directly affects businesses seeking to operate in Ohio's medical marijuana program by creating specific pathways to obtain cultivation and dispensary licenses. Key provisions include updating existing code sections to define eligibility requirements, application processes, and operational standards for these licensed processors. This change streamlines the regulatory framework for medical marijuana businesses under Ohio's existing medical marijuana program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 611 establishes new licensing categories for medical marijuana businesses, which will generate new revenue through fees for the state budget.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes licensing for medical marijuana cultivation and dispensaries, thereby improving patient access to a recognized medical treatment.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 718: Revise the Chemical Dependency Professionals Board and duties

To amend sections 107.56, 126.42, 340.04, 4743.09, 4745.04, 4757.41, 4758.01, 4758.02, 4758.03, 4758.10, 4758.11, 4758.12, 4758.13, 4758.15, 4758.16, 4758.17, 4758.20, 4758.21, 4758.22, 4758.221, 4758.23, 4758.24, 4758.25, 4758.26, 4758.27, 4758.28, 4758.29, 4758.30, 4758.31, 4758.32, 4758.35, 4758.36, 4758.39, 4758.40, 4758.41, 4758.42, 4758.43, 4758.44, 4758.45, 4758.46, 4758.47, 4758.48, 4758.51, 4758.54, 4758.55, 4758.56, 4758.57, 4758.59, 4758.62, 4758.63, 4758.64, 4758.70, 4758.72, 4776.01, 4776.20, 5119.94, and 5122.15; to enact sections 4758.011, 4758.38, 4758.49, 4758.491, 4758.65, 4758.651, 4758.66, and 4758.661; and to repeal section 4758.52 of the Revised Code to change the name of the Chemical Dependency Professionals Board to the Behavioral Health Professionals Board, to require the Board to certify peer supporters and qualified mental health professionals, and to make other changes to the laws governing the Board and the professionals it regulates.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRevises Chemical Dependency Professionals Board duties, strengthening regulatory oversight for substance abuse treatment providers under healthcare framework.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 484: Create Workforce Investment Now (WIN) Child Care pilot program

To create the Workforce Investment Now (WIN) for Child Care pilot program to provide publicly funded child care to child care staff members and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation' to fund a new pilot program, directly impacting state budgets and government spending by allocating funds.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill supports child care staff, who are educators, by providing publicly funded child care, strengthening the workforce and indirectly supporting early childhood education access.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill creates a program under 'Health and Human Services' to fund child care, indirectly supporting public health, family well-being, and the workforce.60% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill provides publicly funded child care to child care staff members, which expands worker benefits for a specific employment group.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Healthcare

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 163: Enact the Enhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act of 2025

To amend sections 5101.54 and 5101.542 and to enact section 5101.543 of the Revised Code to require Ohio's SNAP program to begin using chip-enabled EBT cards, to name this act the Enhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act of 2025, and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states 'to make an appropriation,' directly impacting government spending and fiscal management by allocating funds for the SNAP program.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 163 strengthens the SNAP program, a public assistance initiative under Health and Human Services, which supports food security - a vital determinant of public health.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill's title explicitly states 'Enhanced Cybersecurity' and mandates chip-enabled EBT cards, directly advancing cybersecurity within the Technology topic.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 593: Regards paid family leave insurance

To amend section 3902.02 and to enact sections 3966.01, 3966.02, 3966.03, 3966.04, 3966.05, 3966.06, 3966.07, 3966.08, 3966.09, 3966.10, and 3966.11 of the Revised Code regarding paid family leave insurance.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 593 establishes paid family leave insurance, providing financial support for individuals taking leave due to personal or family health conditions, thus indirectly supporting health management and reducing financial stress.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 593 regards paid family leave insurance, which expands worker benefits and strengthens employment standards under Labor & Employment.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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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 No ✗ Opposes Healthcare

signed · Ohio · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SB 18: Designate Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day

SB 18 designates February 14 as "Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day" in Ohio law. This ceremonial bill establishes a specific date for public recognition of cardiovascular health issues without creating new programs, funding, or requirements. It directly affects Ohio residents by adding this awareness day to state law, encouraging community engagement around heart health. The bill is purely symbolic, with no policy changes beyond the official designation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill designates an awareness day for cardiovascular health, promoting public recognition and community engagement around a key health issue, which supports public health awareness.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

in committee · Ohio · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 7: Make certain caregivers eligible for publicly funded child care

To amend section 5104.30 and to enact section 5104.302 of the Revised Code to make foster caregivers and kinship caregivers eligible for publicly funded child care.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill expands eligibility for publicly funded child care, which implies increased government spending and appropriations for a public service.80% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands access to publicly funded child care, indirectly supporting early childhood development and educational readiness for foster/kinship children, thus enhancing educational access.65% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill makes foster/kinship caregivers eligible for publicly funded child care, a human service supporting family stability and well-being, linked to 'Health and Human Services' subject.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill makes caregivers eligible for publicly funded child care, which removes a barrier to workforce participation, indirectly supporting employment for these individuals.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare

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signed · Ohio · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 52: Revise the practice of certified registered nurse anesthetists

To amend sections 4723.01, 4723.43, 4723.432, 4729.01, 4731.27, 4731.35, and 4761.17; to enact new section 4723.433 and section 4731.513; and to repeal sections 4723.433, 4723.434, and 4723.435 of the Revised Code to revise the law governing the practice of certified registered nurse anesthetists.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill revises laws governing the practice of certified registered nurse anesthetists, a type of medical professional, indicating an effort to advance or strengthen health services.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Healthcare