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in committee · Ohio · House May 7, 2025

HB 257: Enact the Ohio Medical Debt Fairness Act

To amend sections 1343.01, 1343.03, 1349.01, 2716.02, 2716.03, and 4712.01 and to enact section 1349.54 of the Revised Code to limit the rate of interest on medical debt, to prohibit reporting medical debt to a consumer reporting agency, and to name this act the Ohio Medical Debt Fairness Act.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patients by limiting interest on medical debt and prohibiting credit reporting, easing financial burdens related to healthcare services.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill prohibits reporting medical debt to a consumer reporting agency, which directly protects individual data privacy related to financial health information.90% confidence

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 84: Enact the Innocence Act

To amend sections 2307.66, 2917.211, and 2981.02 and to enact sections 2307.68 and 2907.312 of the Revised Code to enact the Innocence Act to prohibit an organization from failing to verify the age of a person attempting to access material that is obscene or harmful to juveniles, to prohibit a person from using another person's likeness to create sexual images of the other person, and to create a private right of action for each prohibited activity.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnacts new prohibitions and private rights of action to protect juveniles and individuals from sexual exploitation, strengthening the legal framework against such harms.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill protects digital rights by prohibiting the creation of sexual images using another's likeness and regulates organizations regarding age verification for online content, aligning with consumer protection in technology.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 554: Require government, private sellers to accept cash as payment

To enact sections 9.18, 1333.96, 1333.97, and 1333.98 of the Revised Code to require governmental entities and private sellers to accept cash as payment in certain circumstances.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill requires accepting cash, reducing reliance on digital payments. This indirectly protects consumer data privacy by limiting data collection from digital transactions.80% confidence

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signed · Ohio · House Jun 18, 2026

HB 359: Regards emergency Joshua Alert system for certain missing kids

To amend section 5502.522 of the Revised Code to clarify the statewide emergency alert system in cases of missing autistic or developmentally disabled children and to name the alert the Joshua Alert.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill clarifies an emergency alert system, enhancing law enforcement's ability to locate missing vulnerable children, thereby strengthening public safety and crime response.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes an alert system for missing autistic or developmentally disabled children, protecting a vulnerable population related to mental health and disabilities.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill clarifies and names a statewide emergency alert system, which inherently relies on and supports the use of technology for public safety communication.75% confidence

in committee · Ohio · Senate May 14, 2025

SB 196: Limit the amount of fees charged in connection with ticket sales

SB 196 proposes to regulate the cost of tickets by limiting the amount of fees that can be charged during ticket sales. It does this by enacting a new section, 1345.53, into the Revised Code. This legislation directly affects consumers purchasing tickets and companies involved in ticket sales, as it establishes a maximum for additional charges beyond the base ticket price.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologySB 196 regulates fees in ticket sales, a sector heavily reliant on technology, for consumer protection. This aligns with regulating tech companies for consumer protection.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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passed · Ohio · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 476: Authorize online raffles under the Charitable Gaming Law

HB 476 amends Ohio's Charitable Gaming Law to allow charities to conduct raffles online, rather than only in-person. It specifically updates sections 2915.01, 2915.092, and 2915.14 to authorize this new method of fundraising. The bill directly affects Ohio-registered charities that currently use raffles as a fundraising tool. The law declares an emergency to expedite implementation, making online raffles a legal option under the state's charitable gaming rules.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHB 476 explicitly authorizes 'online raffles,' expanding the use of technology (internet) for charitable fundraising.95% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 154: Regards long-term care facility resident’s room monitoring

To amend sections 3721.60, 3721.61, 3721.62, 3721.63, 3721.65, and 3721.66 of the Revised Code to make changes regarding electronic monitoring of a resident's room in a long-term care facility.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill regulates electronic monitoring in long-term care facilities, which directly impacts health services and resident protection within the healthcare topic.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill makes changes to electronic monitoring in long-term care facilities, indicating regulation of technology use to protect resident privacy and digital rights.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 505: Restrict use of crowdfunding money for other purposes

To enact sections 1349.07, 1349.071, 1349.072, 1349.073, 1349.074, 1349.075, 1349.076, and 1349.08 of the Revised Code to restrict the use of funds collected through crowdfunding for purposes other than those solicited.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill creates new restrictions on crowdfunding fund use. Violations would likely fall under 'Crimes' or 'Crime and Punishment,' effectively expanding the scope of criminalization.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill regulates the use of funds from crowdfunding, a technology-driven activity, to prevent misuse and protect consumers engaging with digital platforms.65% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 395: Require ODJFS online process to report job interview no-shows

To amend section 4141.34 of the Revised Code to require the Director of Job and Family Services to establish an online process for employers to report individuals who fail to appear for a scheduled job interview.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill establishes a reporting system for interview no-shows, which could lead to restrictions or limitations on unemployment benefits for job seekers.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates the establishment of an online process for reporting, directly advancing the use of technology in government services.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Unemployment

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