Veterans (Veteran Benefits)

in committee · Ohio · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 961: Enact the V.E.T.E.R.A.N. Benefits Protection Act

To enact section 5901.10 of the Revised Code to govern the practice of providing veterans claim assistance for compensation and to name this act the Veterans Empowerment Through Ethical Representation and Navigation Act (V.E.T.E.R.A.N. Benefits Protection Act).

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes regulations to protect veterans' claim assistance, ensuring ethical representation and navigation for compensation benefits.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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introduced · Ohio · House May 12, 2026

HB 886: Enact the V.E.T.E.R.A.N. Benefits Protection Act

To enact section 5901.10 of the Revised Code to govern the practice of providing veterans claim assistance for compensation and to name this act the Veterans Empowerment Through Ethical Representation and Navigation Act (V.E.T.E.R.A.N. Benefits Protection Act).

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes regulations to protect veterans from unethical claim assistance, directly safeguarding their benefits and services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 3, 2026

HB 955: Expand homestead exemption - disabled veteran’s surviving spouse

To amend sections 323.151, 323.152, 4503.064, and 4503.065 of the Revised Code to expand the enhanced homestead exemption for the surviving spouse of a disabled veteran.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands tax exemption for surviving spouses of disabled veterans, providing direct tax relief and financial support to a vulnerable group.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill expands homestead exemption for surviving spouses of disabled veterans, protecting their housing equity and asset stability.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands homestead tax exemptions for surviving spouses of disabled veterans, directly strengthening financial benefits for veterans' families.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes Military Families Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 721: Establish the Veterans Organization Grant Program

HB 721 creates a program to provide $1,000 annual grants to eligible veterans organizations in Ohio. These grants can be used for events honoring veterans or supplying veterans with basic necessities like food. The Director of Development will administer the program, requiring organizations to apply annually and submit sworn reports detailing how funds were spent. The bill appropriates state funds for this purpose and establishes rules for grant distribution and accountability.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates state funds for veterans grants, increasing government spending on programs per bill's funding language.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHB 721 creates $1,000 annual grants for veterans organizations to fund events honoring veterans and provide basic necessities, directly advancing veteran support through state funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing

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passed · Ohio · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SCR 7: Urge Congress reissue DoD Civilian Retiree Identification Cards

SCR 7 is a resolution urging Congress to reissue Department of Defense (DoD) Civilian Retiree Identification Cards. These cards are used by retired civilian employees of the DoD to access military bases and services. The resolution does not require Congress to act but formally requests they consider reissuing the cards for affected retirees.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareReissuing ID cards for DoD civilian retirees would enable their access to military bases and services, which commonly include healthcare facilities, thereby improving patient access for this group.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill advocates for restoring access to services for retired civilian DoD employees, which can be seen as supporting post-employment benefits for former workers.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransUrges Congress to reissue ID cards for DoD civilian retirees to access military bases/services, advancing benefits for a group associated with the military, listed under 'Veterans' subject.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve Veteran Benefits

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in committee · Ohio · House May 14, 2025

HB 267: Regards creation, display of veterans benefit and services poster

To enact section 4113.13 of the Revised Code regarding the creation and display of a poster containing information on benefits and services for veterans.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill mandates the display of information on veterans' benefits and services. This supports veterans, who are a part of the workforce, by ensuring access to resources that impact their employment and well-being, aligning with expanding worker b...75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHB 267 facilitates access to information on veterans' benefits and services, directly supporting their utilization and advancing the topic area.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Employment

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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HCR 18: Urge Congress to recognize US troops who served in Honduras

HCR 18 is a concurrent resolution urging Congress to formally recognize U.S. military personnel who served in Honduras between 1981 and 1992. It does not create new benefits or change existing law, but requests that Congress issue a formal acknowledgment of these troops' service. The resolution directly affects veterans who served during that specific period in Honduras. This is a procedural measure to express congressional recognition, not a binding policy change.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHCR 18 urges Congress to formally recognize U.S. military personnel who served in Honduras, directly aligning with the 'recognizes veteran service' indicator.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve Veteran Benefits

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 5, 2025

HB 40: Increase disabled veteran enhanced homestead exemption

HB 40 increases the homestead property tax exemption for disabled veterans and their surviving spouses in Ohio. It raises the exemption value from $25,000 to $100,000 for veterans with income under $125,000 (adjusted annually), and to $50,000 for those over $125,000. The bill also expands the exemption to surviving spouses of disabled veterans (and public service officers killed in duty) who meet income limits, with annual adjustments tied to the GDP deflator. This change replaces existing exemptions under related tax sections and applies to only one homestead per eligible person.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 40 provides tax relief by increasing property tax exemptions for disabled veterans and their surviving spouses, directly impacting taxation and fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases property tax exemption for disabled veterans, reducing their housing costs and making homeownership more affordable for this group.80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill increases homestead property tax exemption for disabled veterans and their surviving spouses, expanding their benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing

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passed · Ohio · Senate May 14, 2025

SR 22: Urge federal govt reduce processing time-veteran disability claim

To urge the President of the United States, the United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and the United States Congress to take prompt action to reduce the processing time for veterans' disability benefit claims.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill urges faster processing of veteran disability claims, which are crucial for veterans to access financial support for health services and medical needs.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAims to improve access to and timeliness of disability benefits for veterans, strengthening a form of worker benefit for military service personnel.65% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill urges action to reduce processing time for veteran disability claims, which would improve access to and efficiency of veteran benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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signed · Ohio · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 179: Verify veteran status of imprisoned individuals

To amend sections 341.02 and 5901.03 and to enact section 341.43 of the Revised Code to verify the veteran status of imprisoned individuals and individuals facing imprisonment.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeVerifying veteran status within the justice system enables tailored support and programs, advancing rehabilitation and addressing specific needs of a population within corrections.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill verifies veteran status for imprisoned individuals, a foundational step to identify and potentially provide specialized services or considerations for these veterans.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare