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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 390: Prohibit health plans from requiring providers to collect copays

To enact section 3902.55 of the Revised Code to prohibit health plan issuers from requiring or inducing providers to collect copayments and other cost sharing amounts.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill removes the requirement for providers to collect copays, potentially improving patient access to health services by reducing immediate out-of-pocket costs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 401: Designate Myositis Awareness Month

HB 401 would officially designate May as "Myositis Awareness Month" in Ohio by adding section 5.2323 to the Revised Code. This symbolic recognition aims to increase public awareness about myositis, a rare inflammatory muscle disease affecting muscle strength and function. The bill does not create new regulations, funding requirements, or obligations for individuals or businesses - it solely establishes a formal state designation for awareness efforts during May.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDesignates 'Myositis Awareness Month' to increase public knowledge about a disease, directly supporting public health efforts within the healthcare topic.80% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 374: Regards prescription drug readers for visually impaired patients

To amend section 5167.12 and to enact sections 3902.65, 4729.362, and 5164.093 of the Revised Code regarding prescription drug readers for visually impaired patients.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enacts provisions for prescription drug readers for visually impaired patients, directly improving patient access to critical medication information and safety.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill regards prescription drug readers for visually impaired patients, which are assistive technologies promoting digital equity and access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 277: Regards employment status of health care workers

To amend sections 4111.03, 4111.14, 4113.15, 4121.01, 4123.01, 4141.01, and 5747.01 and to enact section 4113.87 of the Revised Code to specify that a health care worker is not the employee of a health care worker platform or health care facility for purposes of specified laws under certain circumstances.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesReclassifying health care workers as non-employees reduces employer tax obligations and contributions to state unemployment and workers' compensation funds, limiting state revenue.95% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareThe bill reclassifies healthcare workers as non-employees for certain laws, potentially reducing their benefits and protections, which weakens the position of medical professionals.85% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentHB 277 specifies that health care workers are not employees under certain laws, which typically weakens worker protections, benefits, and employment standards associated with employee status.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Gig Economy

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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

in committee · Ohio · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 14: Urge Congress to ensure toxins and chemicals removed from food

To urge Congress to investigate the U.S. food supply to safeguard the future of our country by ensuring that all dangerous toxins and chemicals are removed from our food.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill aims to remove dangerous toxins and chemicals from the food supply, aligning with pollution control and environmental protection efforts to reduce harmful substances.80% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill aims to remove toxins from the food supply, directly safeguarding public health by preventing illness and promoting well-being, which advances the 'Healthcare' topic.85% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 543: Create a food desert elimination grant program

HB 543 creates a state grant program to help eliminate food deserts - areas with limited access to affordable, fresh food - by funding local projects. It directly affects communities in underserved regions, such as low-income neighborhoods or rural areas lacking grocery stores. The bill establishes a specific grant program under Ohio law (section 122.162) and includes state funding to support initiatives like mobile markets, farmers' markets, or partnerships with existing stores. This is a concrete policy change focused on improving access to nutritious food through direct financial support for community-led solutions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill creates a state grant program and includes state funding, directly increasing government spending and appropriations for a public service.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunding local food access initiatives like farmers' markets can reduce food transportation emissions and support local, potentially sustainable agriculture.65% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 543 improves access to nutritious food in underserved areas, directly supporting public health and preventing diet-related diseases.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill helps communities in underserved regions, such as low-income neighborhoods, by improving food access, indirectly supporting residents' living environments.65% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 543 funds local projects including mobile markets, which are transportation services used to deliver food, thereby advancing a specific application of transportation.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Community Development

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in committee · Ohio · House Nov 12, 2025

HB 573: Create the Pediatric Cancer Research Fund

To amend section 5747.113 and to enact sections 3701.27 and 4503.108 of the Revised Code to create the Pediatric Cancer Research Fund and to authorize voluntary contributions to it.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 573 creates the Pediatric Cancer Research Fund and authorizes voluntary contributions, directly impacting state fiscal management and funding for a specific program.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill creates the Pediatric Cancer Research Fund, directly increasing funding and support for a specific health service area within healthcare.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enacts section 4503.108 of the Revised Code, related to motor vehicle registration, to authorize voluntary contributions, thus modifying vehicle regulations.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health

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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

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing

in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 172: Prohibit mental health service to minors without parental consent

To amend sections 2151.461, 3129.03, 3313.473, 3798.07, and 3798.12 and to repeal section 5122.04 of the Revised Code to prohibit the provision of mental health services to minors without parental consent.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareHB 172 prohibits mental health services for minors without parental consent, which limits patient access to care for this demographic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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