Rep. Chris Glassburn

Maddy summaryHB 880 allocates $1,105,400 from the state treasury to reimburse school districts, community schools, and STEM schools for stipends paid to teachers. This funding is specifically intended to cover costs associated with professional development in the science of reading and evidence-based literacy instruction. The money will be transferred to the Literacy Improvement Fund to ensure these educational programs can continue without financial burden on local schools.

To enact section 5164.97 of the Revised Code regarding Medicaid coverage for treatment in place services provided by EMS organizations, and to make an appropriation.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes the Polaris Career Center culinary arts team as the 2026 Ohio ProStart Invitational Champion. It honors the five student members and their advisor, Chris Olszewski, for their achievements and dedication in the competition. The resolution directs the House Clerk to send an official copy of the document to the team as a gesture of appreciation.

To amend section 2909.05 of the Revised Code to prohibit the unlawful removal of any item or adornment from any tomb, monument, gravestone, or other similar structure that is used as a memorial for the dead.

To amend sections 3317.011, 3317.012, 3317.018, 3317.0110, and 3317.022 and to enact section 3317.41 of the Revised Code and to amend Sections 265.10, as subsequently amended, 265.150, 265.190, and 265.450 of H.B. 96 of the 136th General Assembly regarding base cost calculation and use in the public school financing system, to express the General Assembly's intent to secure a thorough and efficient system of common schools, and to make an appropriation.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to amend the Ohio Constitution to lower the minimum voting age from eighteen to sixteen years. It directly affects sixteen-year-old residents who would gain the right to vote in all state and local elections, including primary elections, provided they have been registered for thirty days. The measure requires a three-fifths vote in both legislative houses to place the change on the ballot for voters to decide. If approved by the electorate, the new voting age rule would take effect immediately upon adoption.

To amend sections 319.302, 323.152, 323.153, 323.156, 323.158, 5747.85, and 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.25 of the Revised Code to modify property tax reductions for nonbusiness and owner-occupied property, to authorize a refundable income tax credit for renters, and to name this act the Ohio Homeowner Relief Act

To enact sections 3902.65 and 5164.18 of the Revised Code to prohibit a health benefit plan and the Medicaid program from denying a claim for dental services on the basis of the age of the patient.

Maddy summaryHB 827 updates the rules for income eligibility and administrative procedures for publicly funded child care in Ohio. The bill requires county departments to process child care applications within thirty days and allows these departments to contract with private providers to help make eligibility decisions. It also clarifies that families must have a parent working or in education/training to qualify, while protecting children who need protective care. Additionally, the legislation sets a minimum twelve-month eligibility period and establishes priority for certain low-income families when funding is limited.

Maddy summaryHB 834 requires state agencies to improve how they deliver services to residents, businesses, and organizations by establishing new roles and standards. The bill creates a government-wide lead position within the Department of Administrative Services to coordinate improvements, particularly for high-impact services, and mandates that each agency designate an employee to oversee these efforts. Key provisions include developing guidelines focused on ease, efficiency, and transparency, collecting data on service quality, and submitting annual reports to legislators on progress. This legislation applies to all state agencies except the General Assembly and the governor, aiming to enhance trust and accountability through standardized service delivery practices.