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vetoed · Ohio · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 472: Waive ID, birth certificate fees for homeless individuals

To amend sections 3109.14, 3705.24, 3705.242, 4507.50, and 4507.52 and to enact section 3705.243 of the Revised Code to waive fees for an identification card or a copy of a birth certificate for individuals experiencing homelessness.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill HB 472 waives fees for IDs/birth certificates for homeless individuals, which are often required to access health services and insurance, thereby improving patient access.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 472 directly addresses homelessness by waiving fees for IDs and birth certificates for homeless individuals, which aligns with supporting the 'Housing' topic by removing barriers for a vulnerable population.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationWaiving fees for IDs/birth certificates for homeless individuals removes a barrier for immigrants within that group to obtain essential documents, indirectly supporting integration.65% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Ohio · House Apr 15, 2026

HB 252: Modify offenses of burglary, breaking and entering, and trespass

To amend sections 2911.11, 2911.12, and 2911.13 of the Revised Code to modify the offenses of burglary, aggravated burglary, breaking and entering, and trespass in a habitation when a person is present or likely to be present.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill modifies offenses like burglary and trespass, particularly when a person is present, likely expanding criminalization or increasing potential sentences within the criminal justice system.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill modifies offenses of burglary and trespass in a habitation, strengthening protections for residential properties and the safety of their occupants, which aligns with protecting property rights under the housing topic.65% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 92: Regards unpaid water, sewer, and trash charges at rented property

To amend sections 321.261, 701.10, 729.49, 735.29, 743.04, and 743.06 and to enact sections 319.65, 701.101, 701.102, 701.103, 701.20, 701.21, 701.22, 701.23, 701.24, 701.25, 701.26, 701.30, 701.31, 701.32, 701.33, 701.35, 701.36, 701.37, 701.38, 701.39, 701.40, 729.491, 729.492, 729.493, 735.291, 735.292, 743.041, 743.042, 1901.187, and 1907.033 of the Revised Code regarding limitations on recovery and lien imposition by municipalities against property owners of non-owner-occupied properties for unpaid water, sewer, and disposal services rates and charges.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill limits municipalities' ability to recover unpaid utility charges and impose liens, directly impacting their revenue collection and fiscal management for these services.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 92 limits municipal recovery and lien imposition against property owners of non-owner-occupied properties for unpaid utilities, which protects landlord property rights.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Ohio · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 102: Restrict sex offender from residing, loitering near victim’s home

HB 102 prohibits sex offenders and child-victim offenders from residing within 2,000 feet of a victim’s home or loitering within 1,000 feet of that home. The bill directly affects individuals convicted of sex offenses who are subject to residency restrictions under Ohio law. Key provisions establish clear distance limits: a 2,000-foot buffer for living near a victim’s residence and a 1,000-foot buffer for lingering or loitering. These changes aim to enhance safety for victims by limiting close proximity to their homes.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill imposes new residency and loitering restrictions on convicted sex offenders, expanding post-conviction penalties and limiting their freedoms.80% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingHB 102 restricts where sex offenders can reside, directly limiting housing options and property rights for this specific group within the housing topic area.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Ohio · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 134: Authorize home kitchen registration for sale of certain foods

HB 134 creates a registration program allowing home kitchens to legally sell certain homemade foods, like baked goods or jams, directly to customers. It updates state rules to establish a microenterprise home kitchen registration system, replacing the need for a full commercial kitchen license. Home cooks must register under this new program to sell qualifying foods, which are limited to low-risk items meeting specific safety standards. The law directly affects small-scale home food producers seeking to sell their goods without operating a commercial kitchen.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 134 establishes safety standards for home-produced foods, which directly supports public health by minimizing risks of foodborne illness.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 134 expands property rights by allowing commercial use of home kitchens, creating new economic opportunities within residential properties.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 134 creates a legal framework for home-based food sales, enabling small-scale home food producers to operate businesses and generate income, thus expanding employment opportunities.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 26, 2025

HB 28: Eliminate the authority to levy replacement property tax levies

To amend sections 319.301, 319.302, 523.06, 1545.21, 3316.041, 3316.06, 3358.11, 3505.06, 5705.03, 5705.218, 5705.2111, 5705.221, 5705.233, 5705.261, and 5705.412 and to repeal section 5705.192 of the Revised Code to eliminate the authority to levy replacement property tax levies.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill explicitly eliminates the authority to levy replacement property tax levies, directly restricting government's revenue-generating capacity and fiscal tools.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationThe bill eliminates the authority for replacement property tax levies, a significant funding source for K-12 schools, potentially defunding or limiting their financial resources.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 28 eliminates the authority to levy replacement property tax levies, which could reduce property tax burdens for homeowners, thereby increasing housing affordability.82% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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