HB 957 prevents the state from offering new sales tax exemptions for computer data centers, meaning future projects will not receive special breaks on taxes for purchasing or installing equipment. The bill defines specific criteria for what qualifies as a data center, including requirements for significant capital investment and job creation, but it stops the tax credit authority from granting these benefits to any new applicants. While the law allows existing agreements to remain in effect, it ensures that no future data center projects can secure tax-free status for their equipment purchases. This change directly affects technology companies and developers planning to build or expand data centers in the state after the bill takes effect.
To enact sections 1349.08, 1349.081, 1349.082, 1349.083, 1349.084, 1349.085, 5119.65, 5119.651, 5119.652, and 5119.653 of the Revised Code to require warning labels on addictive social media platforms.
This bill prohibits the state from granting new sales tax exemptions for computer data center equipment, affecting companies that wish to build or expand data centers in the state. Under current law, developers could apply for exemptions from sales taxes on equipment used in data centers if they met specific criteria, including making significant capital investments and paying substantial employee wages. The bill closes this pathway by preventing any new agreements from being approved after its enactment, though it does not affect existing exemptions already granted. The legislation defines what constitutes a data center and equipment, requiring that any future exemptions must demonstrate a positive economic impact on the state and local communities.
To amend section 163.01 and to enact sections 9.71, 9.711, and 4933.71 of the Revised Code to prohibit public support for, and limit the construction of, new data centers.
To amend section 2919.23 and to enact sections 2929.45, 4927.25, 4927.26, 4927.27, 4927.28, 4927.29, and 5502.55 of the Revised Code to modify the law governing interference with custody, to require wireless service providers to provide call location information to law enforcement in certain emergency situations, and to create an endangered missing child alert.
To enact section 2917.43 of the Revised Code to prohibit a person from engaging in solar radiation modification, cloud seeding, or sunlight reflection methods, and to name the act the Atmosphere Protection Act.
HCR 15 is a non-binding resolution urging the U.S. Congress to pass H.R. 1907, the Defense Against Drones Act of 2025. It does not create new laws or directly affect any individuals or groups; it simply expresses support for the companion bill in the House. The resolution serves as a formal request to Congress, not a policy change. As a concurrent resolution, it has no legal force and does not alter existing law.
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✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHCR 15 urges Congress to pass the Defense Against Drones Act of 2025, which, based on its title and the bill's subjects (Crime and Punishment, Law Enforcement), likely strengthens criminal justice capabilities related to drone use.80% confidence
✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyHCR 15 urges passage of a 'Defense Against Drones Act,' which implies a policy to regulate, counter, or limit the use of drone technology, fitting 'RESTRICT' or 'LIMIT' the topic area.75% confidence
✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHCR 15 urges Congress to pass the Defense Against Drones Act, which would affect air transport. 'Air and Rail Transport' and 'Transportation' are explicit subjects of the bill, indicating support for policies impacting transportation safety and re...90% confidence
SB 158 proposes a general prohibition on student cellular telephone use within public schools. This legislation directly affects students and staff throughout the public school system. It achieves this by amending section 3313.753 of the Revised Code, establishing a new statewide policy regarding cell phone use during school hours.
HB 597 prohibits the operation of drones (unmanned aerial vehicles) over school property, directly affecting school districts, students, and drone operators. The bill amends Ohio Revised Code sections 4561.50 and adds new section 4561.54 to establish this restriction. It applies to all public and private school grounds during school hours and events, making drone flights over these areas unlawful without authorization.
