Transportation

in committee · Ohio · House May 28, 2025

HB 310: Create the Ironton Fighting Tigers license plate

HB 310 creates a new "Ironton Fighting Tigers" specialty license plate option for Ohio drivers. The bill amends Ohio Revised Code sections 4501.21 and 4503.889 to establish this specific plate design. Ohio drivers who choose this plate would pay an additional fee, with the revenue likely supporting related initiatives (as is standard for specialty plates). This bill directly affects Ohio drivers seeking this particular plate design.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill creates a new specialty license plate with an additional fee, generating new revenue for the state's fiscal management.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 310 creates a new specialty license plate, directly affecting vehicle registration and regulations, a component of transportation policy.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 82: Regards traffic offenses in construction zones

To amend sections 4508.02, 4511.03, 4511.12, 4511.132, 4511.17, 4511.20, 4511.202, 4511.204, 4511.205, 4511.21, 4511.211, 4511.213, 4511.22, 4511.23, 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, 4511.451, 4511.46, 4511.47, 4511.54, 4511.57, 4511.58, 4511.59, 4511.60, 4511.61, 4511.64, 4511.71, 4511.711, 4511.712, 4511.72, 4511.73, 4511.991, and 5517.07 and to enact section 4511.993 of the Revised Code regarding traffic offenses in construction zones.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill HB 82 amends laws regarding traffic offenses in construction zones, directly impacting criminal statutes, law enforcement, and corrections.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 82 regards traffic offenses in construction zones, directly enhancing safety on roads and highways, which supports transportation infrastructure and regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Traffic Safety

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in committee · Ohio · House Nov 5, 2025

HB 403: Establish the Toledo Mud Hens license plate

HB 403 would create a new specialty license plate design featuring the Toledo Mud Hens baseball team. Ohio drivers would have the option to select this plate when renewing or purchasing license plates. The bill amends Ohio law to establish the "Toledo Mud Hens" plate under the state's specialty plate program, allowing it to be issued by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles. This is a procedural bill that directly affects drivers choosing specialty plates and benefits the Mud Hens organization through plate sales.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill establishes a new specialty license plate, which typically involves additional fees that generate revenue for the state, contributing to its fiscal management.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill expands options within the state's vehicle registration system, managed by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, which is a component of transportation administration.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Vehicle Registration

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passed · Ohio · House Oct 22, 2025

HB 228: Designate SSG Jack W. Coy Veterans Memorial Highway

HB 228 designates a specific section of Interstate 280 in Lucas County as the "SSG Jack W. Coy Veterans Memorial Highway." This bill honors Sergeant First Class Jack W. Coy, a veteran, by naming the highway portion after him. The designation applies directly to the highway corridor in Lucas County and requires official signage to reflect the new name.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill directly designates a section of Interstate 280, a highway, which is a core component of transportation infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill designates a highway section as a memorial for a veteran, directly recognizing and honoring veteran service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Memorials & Recognition

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passed · Ohio · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 280: Allow registration of a humvee as a historical motor vehicle

To amend sections 4501.01 and 4503.181 of the Revised Code to allow for the registration of a high-mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicle manufactured for military purposes, otherwise known as a humvee, as a historical motor vehicle.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directly amends vehicle registration laws to allow humvees as historical vehicles, a regulatory adjustment within the transportation topic that enables rather than restricts.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill allows historical registration of military vehicles (humvees), indirectly supporting military heritage and recognition for the veteran community.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 26, 2025

HB 111: Impose additional fine for high-speed drivers

HB 111 amends Ohio's speed limit law to impose an additional fine on drivers who exceed the speed limit by 30 miles per hour or more. This change directly affects drivers convicted of high-speed violations, adding a supplemental penalty to existing fines. The bill modifies Section 4511.21 of the Revised Code to specify this extra charge without altering existing speed limits or zone definitions. It does not change current speed restrictions (like 20 mph in school zones) but adds a financial consequence for the most severe speeding offenses. The bill is currently in the introduction phase, having been referred to committee on February 26, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill imposes additional fines, which are a source of revenue for the state budget, thus increasing potential state funds.85% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill imposes an additional financial penalty for high-speed drivers, increasing punitive measures within the criminal justice system for a specific offense.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by imposing additional fines for high-speed driving, deterring dangerous behavior on roads.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety

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in committee · Ohio · Senate May 7, 2025

SCR 11: Urge Congress to designate Buckeye Trail a National Scenic Trail

This resolution urges the United States Congress to designate the Buckeye Trail as a National Scenic Trail. If Congress acts on this urging, the designation would recognize the trail's scenic, historical, and cultural importance at a national level, potentially affecting its management and public profile.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill urges the designation of a National Scenic Trail, which conserves natural resources and protects the environment by recognizing and managing a natural area.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes designation of a trail as National Scenic, enhancing infrastructure for sustainable, non-motorized transportation.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation

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in committee · Ohio · Senate May 14, 2025

SB 192: Declare intent to provide funding re: housing in rural counties

To declare the General Assembly's intent to provide funding for the purpose of developing, repairing, or upgrading infrastructure that services housing in rural counties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill declares intent to provide funding, directly involving state budgets, appropriations, and government spending for infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill provides funding for upgrading infrastructure that services housing in rural counties. This inherently includes energy infrastructure and utilities, thus advancing the topic.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill declares intent to provide funding for infrastructure that services housing in rural counties, directly funding and advancing housing development and maintenance.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds infrastructure for housing in rural counties; this implicitly includes roads and access, thereby supporting transportation infrastructure.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Tags Rural Communities

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passed · Ohio · Senate Jun 18, 2025

SB 65: Revise product contracts, vehicle agreements, motor vehicle laws

To amend sections 1317.05, 3905.426, 4501.01, 4503.21, 4505.08, 4509.06, 4509.70, 4513.071, 4513.38, and 4513.41 and to enact sections 1310.251, 4503.183, 4503.211, and 4505.072 of the Revised Code to modify the law governing ancillary product protection contracts, vehicle value protection agreements, replica and rental motor vehicles, and uninsured drivers.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill modifies motor vehicle laws, including regulations for replica/rental vehicles and uninsured drivers, which enhances the regulatory framework and safety within transportation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 234: Designate Cpl. Robert Dockstader Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.607 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 2 in Ottawa County as the "Cpl. Robert Dockstader Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill designates a portion of a state highway, a direct legislative action concerning transportation infrastructure. This action acknowledges and formalizes a transportation asset without restricting or weakening the topic.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill designates a memorial highway in honor of Cpl. Robert Dockstader, an act of recognition for military/veteran service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Memorials & Recognition

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