Veterans

HB 292 proposes to establish the Ohio Defense Commission by enacting new sections of the Revised Code. This bill creates a new state entity focused on defense-related matters within Ohio. The commission's primary purpose will be to address issues concerning military installations and defense activities across the state.

To amend sections 2903.01, 2929.03, and 2929.04 of the Revised Code to enact the Larry Henderson Act to specify that the penalty for aggravated murder for an adult offender is death or life without the possibility of parole if the victim is a peace officer, prosecutor, first responder, or military member.