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in committee · Ohio · Senate May 14, 2025

SB 198: Prohibit certain actions re: reimbursing 340B covered entities

To amend sections 3902.50 and 3902.70; to amend, for the purpose of adopting a new section number as indicated in parentheses, section 3902.72 (3902.75); and to enact new section 3902.72 of the Revised Code to prohibit drug manufacturers from taking certain actions regarding reimbursements made to 340B covered entities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects reimbursements for 340B covered entities, which are crucial for safety-net healthcare providers, thereby strengthening health services and public health programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 1, 2025

HB 453: Regards insurance, Medicaid coverage of certain autism therapy

To amend sections 1751.84, 3923.84, 4783.01, and 4783.02 and to enact sections 3901.92 and 4783.40 of the Revised Code regarding insurance and Medicaid coverage of applied behavior analysis therapy for autism treatment and to permit exam-eligible technicians to engage in the practice of applied behavior analysis.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands insurance and Medicaid coverage for autism therapy and permits technicians to practice, directly advancing health services and access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Mental Health

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 46: Add screening awareness to Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

SB 46 would rename "Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month" in Ohio law to "Colorectal Cancer Screening and Awareness Month" by amending section 5.2219 of the Revised Code. This is a procedural change to the designation of the awareness month, not a new program or funding measure. The bill directly affects how the month is officially recognized under Ohio law, explicitly including screening awareness in its name. It does not create new requirements, funding, or services for residents. The bill was introduced on January 28, 2025, and referred to committee.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareSB 46 explicitly adds 'screening awareness' to Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, which advances public health education and preventive care within the Healthcare topic.80% confidence

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 437: Enact the Healthy Cardiac Monitoring Act

To amend sections 3313.5310, 3707.58, 3707.59, 4723.24, 4723.28, 4723.99, 4730.14, 4730.25, 4730.99, 4731.22, 4731.281, and 4731.99 and to enact sections 3707.591, 4723.484, 4730.46, 4731.89, and 5164.21 of the Revised Code regarding cardiac monitoring for youth and to name the amendments and enactments by this act the Healthy Cardiac Monitoring Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill enacts a new act for cardiac monitoring for youth and involves Medicaid, implying increased government spending and appropriations for healthcare services.80% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill, titled 'Healthy Cardiac Monitoring Act,' amends section 3313.5310 (related to school boards) and lists 'Education' and 'Primary and Secondary Education' as subjects. This indicates it would advance student health and safety within K-12 s...85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill enacts the 'Healthy Cardiac Monitoring Act' specifically for youth, directly advancing health services and public health in the Healthcare topic area.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Children's Health

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 22, 2025

HB 521: Enact the Ohio Nurse Workforce and Safe Patient Act

To amend sections 3333.28, 3722.01, 4723.489, 4730.203, and 4772.092; to enact sections 3333.27, 3722.21, 3722.22, 3722.23, 3722.24, 3722.25, 3722.26, 3722.27, 3722.28, 3722.29, 3722.30, 3722.31, 3722.32, 3722.33, 3722.34, 3722.35, 3722.36, 3722.37, 3722.38, 3722.39, and 3722.40; and to repeal sections 3727.50, 3727.51, 3727.52, 3727.53, 3727.54, 3727.55, 3727.56, and 3727.57 of the Revised Code to require hospitals to establish and comply with registered nurse staffing plans that protect patient safety, to create the Nursing Student Loan-to-Grant Program, to make an appropriation, and to name this act the Ohio Nurse Workforce and Safe Patient Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill's subject includes 'Finance and Appropriations,' indicating it likely involves state funding or fiscal measures to support the essential 'Ohio Nurse Workforce and Safe Patient Act.'85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe 'Ohio Nurse Workforce Act' aims to strengthen the nursing profession. Amending higher education code (3333.xx) suggests support for nurse education programs within higher education.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 521 requires hospitals to establish and comply with registered nurse staffing plans to protect patients, directly strengthening health services and patient safety.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill requires hospitals to establish and comply with registered nurse staffing plans, which directly improves workplace safety and employment standards for nurses.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid Student Health Healthcare Workforce

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passed · Ohio · Senate May 13, 2026

SB 320: Enter into the Athletic Trainer Compact

SB 320 would allow Ohio to join the Athletic Trainer Compact, a multi-state agreement. This bill directly affects athletic trainers seeking licensure in multiple participating states. By enacting specific sections of the Revised Code, it would enable reciprocal licensure, meaning Ohio-licensed athletic trainers could more easily work in other states that are part of the compact without obtaining separate licenses. The key mechanism simplifies the process for athletic trainers to practice across state lines within the compact.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareSB 320 simplifies licensure for athletic trainers, a healthcare profession, strengthening the healthcare workforce by improving professional mobility and access to their services.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentSB 320 simplifies occupational licensing for athletic trainers, making it easier for them to work across state lines. This expands employment opportunities and mobility for these workers.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Professional Licensing

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signed · Ohio · House Aug 26, 2026

HB 462: Regards student use of a nasal epinephrine delivery device

HB 462 updates Ohio school health policies to allow schools to stock and administer nasal epinephrine devices for students with severe allergies without requiring a separate prescription for each student. It directly affects students with life-threatening allergies, school nurses, and staff who may need to respond to allergic reactions. The key provision removes the requirement for individual prescriptions per student, enabling schools to maintain a stock of the device for immediate use in emergencies. This change streamlines access to critical treatment during allergic reactions at school. The bill amends existing sections of Ohio's Revised Code governing school health procedures.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 462 enhances student safety and well-being within schools by enabling immediate response to severe allergies, thereby protecting the educational environment.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 462 improves patient access to immediate, life-saving health services (nasal epinephrine) for students with severe allergies by streamlining school administration protocols.92% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health

passed · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 21: Enact the Health Care Sharing Ministries Freedom to Share Act

To amend sections 1716.01 and 5747.01 and to enact sections 1716.22 and 3333.96 of the Revised Code to enact the Health Care Sharing Ministries Freedom to Share Act.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill enacts the 'Freedom to Share Act' for Health Care Sharing Ministries, which supports an alternative mechanism for healthcare cost-sharing and access.95% confidence

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signed · Ohio · House Aug 26, 2026

HB 377: Regards use of light-based medical devices for hair removal

To amend section 4731.33 and to enact section 4731.331 of the Revised Code to revise the law governing the application of light-based medical devices for the purpose of hair removal.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill revises laws governing the application of light-based medical devices, a regulatory action that typically aims to improve safety or standards within healthcare practices.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

in committee · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 589: Regards contracts between health insurers, health care providers

To amend sections 3963.01 and 3963.04 of the Revised Code regarding material amendments to contracts between health insurers and health care providers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill amends regulations for contracts between health insurers and providers, which typically aims to strengthen the operational framework of healthcare services.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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