Veterans (Memorials & Recognition)

introduced · Ohio · House

HR 365: In memory of Master Sergeant Tyler Simmons.

This bill is a commemorative resolution honoring Master Sergeant Tyler Simmons, a member of the Ohio Air National Guard who died in the line of duty while serving aboard a KC-135 Stratotanker. The measure expresses condolences to his family and friends, acknowledges his service during Operation Epic Fury, and directs the House Clerk to send an authenticated copy of the resolution to his family. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal tribute to his memory and sacrifice.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a veteran's sacrifice and expresses condolences, recognizing service and sacrifice which supports veteran recognition.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve

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introduced · Ohio · House

HR 370: In memory of Captain Curtis J. Angst.

This bill is a commemorative resolution honoring Captain Curtis J. Angst, a member of the Ohio Air National Guard who died while serving as a KC-135 pilot. It expresses condolences to his family and friends while recognizing his service and character. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to send an official copy to Captain Angst's family. This measure does not change laws or policies but serves to acknowledge his sacrifice and contributions.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a veteran's sacrifice and recognizes service, which aligns with supporting veteran recognition and commemoration.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 18, 2026

HB 738: Designate PFC Chris Dixon Memorial Highway

This bill designates a four-mile stretch of Interstate 270 in Franklin County as the "PFC Chris Dixon Memorial Highway" to honor a fallen service member. The legislation adds a new section to the Revised Code that officially names the highway segment between mile markers 48 and 52. The director of transportation is authorized to install signs along the route to display the memorial designation. This measure affects only the official naming and signage of the highway, with no changes to traffic laws or road regulations. The bill does not allocate funding or alter existing transportation infrastructure beyond the commemorative naming.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates highway as memorial to honor fallen service member, recognizing veteran service and sacrifice95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HB 790: Designate the Honor and Remember flag; encourage flag display

To enact section 9.51 of the Revised Code to designate the Honor and Remember flag as the symbol of Ohio's concern and commitment to honoring and remembering the lives of all fallen service members and their families and to encourage that the flag be displayed at the Statehouse in Columbus on Memorial Day.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates Honor and Remember flag to honor fallen service members and encourages display at Statehouse, showing clear support for veteran recognition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 11, 2026

SB 346: Create the 1905 Wright Flyer III license plate

SB 346 creates a specialty license plate in Ohio featuring the 1905 Wright Flyer III aircraft, available to motor vehicle owners who pay an additional fee. Revenue from this plate will be distributed to specific non-profit causes, including breast cancer patient support, autism awareness, cancer research (like the St. Baldrick's Foundation), sickle cell disease services, and scholarships for veterans' children and students. The funds are allocated to designated organizations such as the Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association, the University of Notre Dame for Ohio residents, and the Ben Morrison memorial fund for mental health scholarships. This bill does not affect standard license plate fees but adds a new plate option with revenue directed to these pre-defined programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates new revenue stream via specialty plate fee, directing funds to designated health, veteran, and education causes per bill summary.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates license plate revenue to cancer research, breast cancer support, and sickle cell disease services - directly funding healthcare-related causes.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allocates license plate revenue to 'scholarships for veterans' children and students,' directly funding veteran family support through dedicated revenue distribution.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 681: Designate Marine PFC Glenn S. Wingenbach, Jr. Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.654 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 13 in Richland County as the "Marine PFC Glenn S. Wingenbach, Jr. Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMemorializes veteran Marine PFC Wingenbach, directly recognizing service per topic's 'recognition' criteria under Military/Veterans subjects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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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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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 632: Allow driver's license or ID card to show Gold Star Family status

To amend sections 4507.01, 4507.06, 4507.13, 4507.51, and 4507.52 of the Revised Code to allow a driver's license and a state identification card to indicate that the licensee or cardholder is a Gold Star Family member.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allows Gold Star Family status on IDs, recognizing military sacrifice - directly aligns with veteran recognition indicators in topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Military Families

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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

in committee · Ohio · House Jun 18, 2025

HB 360: Designate SPC Louis P. Shuster Memorial Interchange

To enact section 5534.966 of the Revised Code to designate the interchange of I-480 and West 150th Street in Cleveland as the "SPC Louis P. Shuster Memorial Interchange."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill designates a highway interchange as a memorial, directly addressing a component of transportation infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill designates a memorial interchange in honor of SPC Louis P. Shuster, a veteran, which is a clear act of recognizing veteran service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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