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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 889: Authorize income tax credit for fertility treatment expenses

To amend sections 5747.08 and 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.87 of the Revised Code to authorize a nonrefundable income tax credit for fertility treatment expenses.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a nonrefundable income tax credit for fertility treatment, providing tax relief and advancing the goal of reducing tax burdens on families.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides a tax credit for fertility treatment expenses, directly increasing financial access to reproductive healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 940: Enact the Medical Shortage Protection Act

To amend sections 1345.99 and 3901.99 and to enact sections 1345.033 and 3901.216 of the Revised Code to prohibit certain increases in the prices of, and cost sharing for, prescription drugs and drug therapy related devices and supplies during a shortage and to name this act the Medical Shortage Protection Act.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patients by prohibiting price increases and cost sharing for drugs during shortages, improving access and affordability.90% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 922: Require insurance, Medicaid cover colorectal cancer screenings

To enact sections 3902.65 and 5164.081 of the Revised Code to require insurance and Medicaid coverage of colorectal cancer screenings for individuals age 21 and older.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance and Medicaid coverage for colorectal cancer screenings, expanding access to essential health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 892: Enact the Ohio-Made Prescription Drug Act

To enact section 125.62 of the Revised Code to establish the Ohio-Made Medicine Manufacturing Program and to name this act the Ohio-Made Prescription Drug Act.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a manufacturing program to increase domestic production of prescription drugs, aiming to improve access and affordability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 930: Enact the Medicaid Bridge to Independence Act

To enact section 5166.38 of the Revised Code to establish an orientation program for individuals newly enrolled in the Medicaid program and to designate this act the Medicaid Bridge to Independence Act.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes an orientation program for new Medicaid enrollees, improving patient access and support within the healthcare system.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid

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in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HB 811: Regards Behavioral Health licensed residential facilities

This bill amends state laws to clarify the definitions and operational requirements for residential facilities licensed by the Department of Behavioral Health. It establishes specific categories for these homes based on the number of residents and the type of care provided, while explicitly excluding hospitals, nursing homes, and other specialized facilities from this regulation. The legislation also details the permitted roles of staff, such as assisting with medication administration and daily living tasks, and outlines the application and inspection processes for obtaining a license. Ultimately, the bill aims to standardize how these facilities are defined and overseen to ensure consistent care standards for adults and children with mental health needs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill clarifies definitions and operational requirements for behavioral health residential facilities, improving regulatory clarity and protecting patient access to mental health services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 917: Regards payment for terminal care facilities for the homeless

This bill allows hospice care providers to enter into agreements with facilities that house terminally ill homeless individuals, enabling the delivery of specialized end-of-life services. To qualify for this partnership, the facility must ensure that all residents have a life expectancy of six months or less, lack family support or financial means for care, and do not currently receive payment from residents or federal programs like Medicaid or Medicare. Additionally, the law permits these facilities to assist residents with taking non-injectable medications under specific medical supervision and requires strict adherence to state and federal health and safety standards.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables hospice care for terminally ill homeless individuals, expanding access to critical end-of-life services and strengthening healthcare support for a vulnerable population.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Medicare

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 869: Establish family and medical leave insurance benefits

To amend section 5747.01 and to enact sections 4143.01, 4143.02, 4143.03, 4143.04, 4143.05, 4143.06, 4143.07, 4143.08, 4143.09, 4143.10, 4143.11, 4143.12, 4143.13, 4143.14, 4143.15, 4143.16, 4143.17, and 4143.18 of the Revised Code to establish family and medical leave insurance benefits.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes family and medical leave insurance benefits, expanding access to healthcare services and protecting patient rights.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes family and medical leave insurance benefits, expanding worker protections and benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 937: Prohibit certain health insurance cost-sharing practices

To amend sections 1751.12 and 1751.32 and to enact sections 3923.811 and 3959.21 of the Revised Code to prohibit certain health insurance cost-sharing practices.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prohibits restrictive cost-sharing practices, improving patient access to health insurance and protecting consumer rights.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 888: Regards insurance, Medicaid coverage for infertility services

To amend section 1751.01 and to enact sections 3902.65 and 5164.11 of the Revised Code concerning insurance and Medicaid coverage for specified infertility services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicaid and insurance coverage for infertility services, increasing patient access to reproductive healthcare.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid

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