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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 425: Prohibit trespass and unauthorized recording by drones

To amend section 4561.50 and to enact section 4561.54 of the Revised Code to prohibit trespass and types of unauthorized recording with an unmanned aerial vehicle system.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill prohibits new actions (drone trespass/unauthorized recording), creating new crimes and expanding criminalization within the criminal justice system.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill prohibits unauthorized recording by drones, directly protecting data privacy and digital rights, key aspects of the Technology topic.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill regulates unmanned aerial vehicles (drones), a form of air transport, by prohibiting trespass and unauthorized recording, thereby enhancing responsible and safe operation within the transportation sector.85% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 8, 2025

HB 497: Designate PFC James Vincent PottKotter Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.855 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 49 in Darke county as the "PFC James Vincent PottKotter Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill designates a portion of a State Route as a memorial highway, which is a direct legislative action affecting roads and transportation infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates a memorial highway in honor of a Private First Class, directly recognizing a veteran's service at the state level.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 543: Create a food desert elimination grant program

HB 543 creates a state grant program to help eliminate food deserts - areas with limited access to affordable, fresh food - by funding local projects. It directly affects communities in underserved regions, such as low-income neighborhoods or rural areas lacking grocery stores. The bill establishes a specific grant program under Ohio law (section 122.162) and includes state funding to support initiatives like mobile markets, farmers' markets, or partnerships with existing stores. This is a concrete policy change focused on improving access to nutritious food through direct financial support for community-led solutions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill creates a state grant program and includes state funding, directly increasing government spending and appropriations for a public service.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunding local food access initiatives like farmers' markets can reduce food transportation emissions and support local, potentially sustainable agriculture.65% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 543 improves access to nutritious food in underserved areas, directly supporting public health and preventing diet-related diseases.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill helps communities in underserved regions, such as low-income neighborhoods, by improving food access, indirectly supporting residents' living environments.65% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 543 funds local projects including mobile markets, which are transportation services used to deliver food, thereby advancing a specific application of transportation.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Community Development

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 18, 2025

HR 147: Investigate East Palestine train derailment and EPA response

To urge Congress to establish a special committee to investigate the East Palestine, Ohio train derailment and the federal Environmental Protection Agency's response to it.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentInvestigating an environmental disaster and the EPA's response aims to ensure accountability and improve future environmental protection and pollution control efforts.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill to investigate a train derailment and EPA response; findings from such an investigation could inform policy to improve workplace safety standards, thereby advancing the Labor & Employment topic.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill urges investigation into a train derailment, aiming to identify causes and improve transportation safety.85% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 175: Designate the Heartland Highway

HB 175 designates a 120-mile stretch of U.S. Route 24 in Ohio as the "Heartland Highway." This specifically covers the route between the Indiana and Michigan borders, passing through Paulding, Defiance, Henry, and Lucas counties. The bill requires the Ohio Department of Transportation to install markers along this highway segment with the new name. It has no funding, regulatory, or programmatic changes - it is solely a naming designation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill designates a highway segment and requires the Ohio Department of Transportation to install markers, a minor administrative action related to transportation infrastructure.55% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 1, 2025

SB 264: Enact Megan's Way Out Act

To amend sections 3781.03 and 3781.99 and to enact section 3781.113 of the Revised Code to require a separate by-pass lane adjacent to specified drive-through lanes and to name this act as the Megan's Way Out Act.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill requires new by-pass lanes adjacent to drive-throughs, directly impacting and improving road infrastructure and traffic flow, a core aspect of transportation.95% confidence

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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

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Memorials & Recognition

passed · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 381: Create the DoItForJack license plate

HB 381 creates a commemorative "DoItForJack" license plate option for Ohio vehicle owners. The bill amends Ohio Revised Code sections 4501.21 and 4503.937 to authorize this specific plate design. It directly affects Ohio residents who choose to purchase this plate instead of standard registration. The bill establishes the plate's creation but does not alter fees, revenue distribution, or other plate program details.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 381 creates a new license plate option, directly amending vehicle code sections related to vehicle registration, thus advancing regulatory options within transportation.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration

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passed · Ohio · Senate Nov 19, 2025

SB 251: Designate Ohio State Highway Patrol Lt. Vance M. Andrews Mem Hwy

To enact section 5534.451 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 13 in Knox County as the "Ohio State Highway Patrol Lt. Vance M. Andrews Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill designates a memorial highway for a fallen Ohio State Highway Patrol Lieutenant, honoring a member of law enforcement, a key component of the criminal justice system.60% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill designates a State Route portion, a direct legislative action affecting transportation infrastructure. It's a non-negative formal recognition.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 600: Designate PFC Wetzel Eldridge USMC Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.657 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 41 in Clark County as the "PFC Wetzel Eldridge USMC Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill designates a state route as a memorial highway, directly acting upon existing transportation infrastructure without negative implications, thus recognizing its role.65% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates a memorial highway for a USMC veteran, directly recognizing their service, which aligns with the topic's focus on veteran recognition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Memorials & Recognition

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