Transportation

passed · Ohio · House Apr 15, 2026

HB 203: Enact Aspen Runnels' Law

To amend sections 2903.06, 2903.08, 2903.081, 4511.01, 4511.132, 4511.20, 4511.202, 4511.204, 4511.205, 4511.21, 4511.25, 4511.251, 4511.26, 4511.27, 4511.28, 4511.29, 4511.30, 4511.31, 4511.32, 4511.33, 4511.34, 4511.35, 4511.36, 4511.37, 4511.38, 4511.39, 4511.41, 4511.42, 4511.43, 4511.431, 4511.44, 4511.441, 4511.46, 4511.54, 4511.60, 4511.711, 4511.712, and 5501.27 and to enact section 4510.039 of the Revised Code to increase penalties for vehicular assault and vehicular homicide that occur in an active school zone, to require doubled fines for specified traffic violations in an active school zone, and to name this act Aspen Runnels' Law.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeHB 203 increases penalties for vehicular assault and homicide, strengthening punitive measures within the criminal justice system rather than promoting reform.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 203 increases penalties for vehicular assault and homicide, which directly enhances transportation safety by deterring dangerous driving behaviors.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 37: Designate Detective Rex Emrick Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.443 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 56 in Pickaway County as the "Detective Rex Emrick Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directly designates a portion of a State Route (highway) as a memorial highway, a policy action affecting transportation infrastructure.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 432: Designate Patrolman Earl W. Casterline Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.482 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of East Kemper Road in Hamilton County as the "Patrolman Earl W. Casterline Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill designates a specific highway, directly engaging with and formalizing an aspect of existing transportation infrastructure.88% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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signed · Ohio · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 148: Designate Specialist Lloyd Andrew Sellers Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.675 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 2 in Lake County as the "Specialist Lloyd Andrew Sellers Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill designates a portion of a State Route, a direct legislative action concerning transportation infrastructure.80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates highway in honor of veteran Specialist Lloyd Andrew Sellers, recognizing his service per topic's recognition focus.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

passed · Ohio · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 385: Designate PFC Thomas "Tommy" Pizzino Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.668 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of U.S. Route 22 in Harrison County as the "PFC Thomas "Tommy" Pizzino Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill formally designates a portion of a U.S. Route as a memorial highway, directly interacting with and recognizing existing transportation infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill designates a memorial highway in honor of a PFC, directly recognizing a veteran's service and contributing to their public recognition.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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signed · Ohio · House Mar 2, 2026

HB 27: Designate Specialist Jacob A. Ashton Memorial Bridge

To enact section 5534.90 of the Revised Code to designate the bridge spanning the Grand River in Lake County as the "Specialist Jacob A. Ashton Memorial Bridge."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill designates a bridge, a key piece of transportation infrastructure, with a memorial name. This is a legislative act directly affecting the topic and recognizing the infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates a memorial bridge for a military specialist, providing state-level recognition for veterans.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

passed · Ohio · House Feb 18, 2026

HR 304: Support Ohio’s FAA proposal re: vertical takeoff, air mobility

To support Ohio's proposal to the Federal Aviation Administration related to the Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing and Advanced Air Mobility Integration Pilot Program.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly supports Ohio's FAA proposal for Advanced Air Mobility Integration Pilot Program, advancing new transportation infrastructure for electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed both · Ohio · House Feb 11, 2026

HCR 13: Urge Congress to designate Buckeye Trail a National Scenic Trail

HCR 13 is a resolution urging Congress to formally designate the Buckeye Trail as a National Scenic Trail. The bill does not create new law but requests federal action to recognize this 1,300-mile hiking trail, which runs through Ohio, as part of the National Scenic Trail System. It directly affects Ohio's trail system and potential federal management, though it has no binding effect on Congress. The key mechanism is a formal recommendation sent to the U.S. Congress, not a policy change enacted by Ohio. This is a procedural request, not a legislative action.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill urges designation of a National Scenic Trail, which conserves natural resources and promotes environmental protection through federal recognition and potential management.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill urges designation of a 1,300-mile hiking trail, strengthening pedestrian infrastructure and promoting active/sustainable transportation.65% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Ohio · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 519: Prohibit specified actions with intent to steal a motor vehicle

HB 519 amends Ohio law to make it a crime to possess an electronic device (like a key fob or hacking tool) when circumstances suggest the intent to steal a motor vehicle. It directly affects individuals who attempt to steal vehicles using electronic means, such as bypassing security systems. The key provision prohibits holding such devices in situations where the intent to commit vehicle theft is evident, rather than requiring actual theft to occur. This change clarifies and strengthens existing statutes to address electronic vehicle theft methods.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeHB 519 expands criminalization by making it a crime to possess electronic devices with intent to steal a vehicle, strengthening existing law to cover intent without actual theft.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill criminalizes the possession of electronic devices and hacking tools with intent to steal a motor vehicle, indirectly enhancing cybersecurity against technological exploits.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill strengthens laws against motor vehicle theft, enhancing the security and reliability of vehicles, a core component of the transportation system.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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signed · Ohio · House Nov 25, 2025

HB 434: Exempt military driver's license applicants from driver's ed

HB 434 exempts active-duty military members and those transitioning from military service from completing driver's education when applying for a limited term Ohio driver's license. The bill amends Revised Code section 4507.21 to remove this requirement specifically for these applicants. This change directly affects military personnel seeking to obtain or renew a limited term license in Ohio without needing traditional driver's education. The policy simplifies the licensing process for military-connected individuals during relocation or service transitions.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 434 simplifies driver's license acquisition for military personnel, easing access to a key component of the transportation system (vehicle operation).80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHB 434 directly benefits active-duty military members and those transitioning from service by exempting them from driver's education, simplifying the licensing process.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation