To amend section 2945.21 of the Revised Code to enact the Fair Trial Protection Act to create a process for objecting to a peremptory challenge on the basis that the challenge is based on the prospective juror's race, color, religion, sex, military status, national origin, disability, age, or ancestry.
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.
HR 378 is a commemorative resolution honoring Captain Seth R. Koval, a member of the Ohio Air National Guard who died in the line of duty. The bill formally records the House of Representatives' sympathy for his family and acknowledges his service and character. It directs the Clerk of the House to send an official copy of the resolution to Captain Koval's family.
This bill formally recognizes April 2026 as the Month of the Military Child in Ohio to honor the resilience of children with parents serving in the armed forces. It highlights the unique challenges these students face, such as frequent school transitions due to military reassignments and deployments. The resolution also commits the state to supporting these families by facilitating smoother educational experiences. Finally, the Senate Clerk is instructed to send copies of this recognition to Ohio news media.
To amend sections 3.07, 3.17, 305.03, 503.241, and 3313.11 and to enact section 3.171 of the Revised Code to allow an elected official who is deployed on active military duty to retain the official's position and to attend meetings virtually.
To enact section 5534.929 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 750 in Delaware County as the "Anastasia Jehorek Memorial Highway."
This bill proposes adding a new section to the state's Revised Code to officially designate February 8th as General William Tecumseh Sherman Day. The legislation aims to recognize William Tecumseh Sherman, a Civil War general who was born in Lancaster, Ohio on that date. Once enacted, this change would establish the day as a commemorative observance within state records.
This bill proposes adding a new section to the state code to officially recognize May 8 as "Harry S. Truman Day." It directly affects the state's legal framework by creating a designated day in honor of President Harry S. Truman, who was born on that date. The key provision is the establishment of this commemorative date in the Revised Code to acknowledge his birth and legacy.
To amend sections 3.17 and 3313.11 and to enact section 3313.111 of the Revised Code regarding school district board of education members deployed on active duty in the United States Armed Forces or Ohio National Guard.
To amend sections 3.07, 3.17, 305.03, 503.241, and 3313.11 and to enact section 3.171 of the Revised Code to allow an elected official who is deployed on active military duty to retain the official's position.
