To amend sections 122.58, 169.01, 169.02, 169.03, 169.05, 169.06, 169.07, 169.08, 169.09, 169.12, 169.16, 169.99, and 5703.21; to enact sections 169.091, 169.18, 169.19, and 169.20; and to repeal section 169.10 of the Revised Code to make changes to the Unclaimed Funds Law.
Maddy summaryHR 241 is a resolution to honor Charles James Kirk by commemorating his memory, likely through naming a public space or facility in his honor. This procedural bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic tribute to Kirk's legacy. It is intended to recognize his contributions or impact, though specific details about the commemoration are not provided in the abstract. As a non-substantive resolution, it requires congressional approval but does not affect existing legislation or regulations.
Maddy summaryHB 402 formally declares Cleveland Metroparks as "Ohio's Emerald Necklace" under Section 5.092 of the Revised Code. This ceremonial bill does not change park operations or funding; it simply assigns a symbolic designation to the park system for recognition and promotional purposes. The designation directly affects how the park system is officially referenced in state communications.
To enact section 5534.448 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of United States Route 6 in Lorain County as the "Police Officer Phillip Wagner Memorial Highway."
Maddy summaryHB 418 corrects the scientific name of Ohio's state tree (the buckeye) in state law from an incorrect spelling to its proper Latin name, *Aesculus glabra*. This is a technical correction to the Revised Code, specifically amending section 5.05. The bill does not create new policies or affect any individuals, groups, or government functions. It solely updates a factual error in existing statutory language.
To amend sections 4906.04, 4928.01, 4928.05, 4928.08, 4928.14, 4928.141, 4928.142, 4928.144, 4928.17, 4928.20, 4928.23, 4928.231, 4928.232, 4928.34, 4928.542, 4928.64, 4928.645, 4929.20, 5727.01, 5727.031, 5727.06, 5727.11, 5727.111, and 5727.15; to enact sections 4928.041, 4928.081, 4928.101, 4928.102, 4928.103, 4928.149, 4929.201, 4929.221, 4929.222, 4933.51, 4933.52, 4933.54, 4933.56, 4933.58, and 4933.59; and to repeal sections 3706.40, 3706.41, 3706.43, 3706.431, 3706.45, 3706.46, 3706.49, 3706.491, 3706.55, 3706.551, 3706.59, 3706.63, 3706.65, 4928.143, 4928.148, and 4928.642 of the Revised Code to amend the competitive retail electric service law, make changes regarding electric company property taxation, and repeal parts of H.B. 6 of the 133rd General Assembly.
Maddy summaryHB 356 requires the state to audit the Medicaid eligibility process for individuals who are aged, blind, or disabled and to develop a corrective action plan for any issues identified. The bill also appropriates state funds to cover the costs of the audit and implementing the necessary corrections. This legislation directly affects how the state administers Medicaid benefits for these vulnerable populations, ensuring eligibility determinations are accurate. The key provision mandates a systematic review and remediation of the eligibility system without altering benefit standards.
To amend sections 718.031, 2915.01, 2915.02, 2915.07, 2915.09, 2915.091, 2915.093, 2915.094, 2915.10, 2915.101, 2915.13, 2915.14, 3770.06, 3770.99, 5739.02, 5747.064, 5753.01, 5753.04, 5753.05, 5753.07, 5753.08, and 5753.12 and to enact sections 3770.31, 3770.32, 3770.33, 3770.34, 3770.35, 3770.36, 3770.37, 3770.38, 3770.39, 3770.40, 3770.41, 5753.022, and 5753.032 of the Revised Code to expand the locations and manner in which electronic instant bingo may be conducted, to authorize and establish regulations for retailer video lottery terminals, and to levy a tax on electronic instant bingo.
To amend sections 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3313.6031 of the Revised Code to require schools to administer the Presidential Fitness Test and to name this act the Ohio Fitness Test Act.
Maddy summaryHCR 6 is a concurrent resolution expressing Ohio's support for the Ohio Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial. It encourages the commission's work in planning and promoting events for the nation's 250th anniversary in 2026. The resolution does not create new programs or funding but formally endorses the commission's efforts to celebrate this historical milestone. It directly affects the commission's coordination of commemorative activities within Ohio.
