Rep. Juanita Brent

Maddy summaryHB 104 would designate February 14 each year as "Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day" by adding a new section (5.2540) to Ohio's Revised Code. This bill creates a symbolic state observance without imposing new requirements on individuals, businesses, or healthcare providers. The designation aims to encourage public awareness and educational activities focused on heart health during February. It directly affects Ohio's official calendar and serves as a tool for community organizations to promote cardiovascular health initiatives.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes Don Jones for his exemplary service to the Ohio House of Representatives. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a ceremonial acknowledgment of his contributions. The bill directly honors Mr. Jones for his work supporting the legislative body. (1 sentence)

Maddy summaryHB 263 proposes to limit the out-of-pocket costs for individuals needing essential diabetes treatments. The bill specifically aims to cap cost-sharing for prescription insulin drugs, diabetes devices, and devices used to treat diabetic ketoacidosis. If enacted, it would establish a new section in the Revised Code to enforce these caps, reducing the financial burden on patients who rely on these medical necessities.

To amend sections 3517.01, 3517.08, 3517.10, 3517.102, 3517.105, 3517.106, 3517.107, 3517.13, 3599.03, 3921.22, and 4503.03 of the Revised Code to modify the campaign finance law and to name this act the Ohio Anti-Corruption Act.

To amend sections 1343.01, 1343.03, 1349.01, 2716.02, 2716.03, and 4712.01 and to enact section 1349.54 of the Revised Code to limit the rate of interest on medical debt, to prohibit reporting medical debt to a consumer reporting agency, and to name this act the Ohio Medical Debt Fairness Act.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 166 designates March 10th as "Harriet Tubman Day." This bill enacts a new section of the Revised Code to officially recognize this date annually.

Maddy summaryHCR 12 is a House Concurrent Resolution that formally recognizes the importance of perinatal mental health. This resolution serves to acknowledge the significance of mental health during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Maddy summaryHR 118 is a commemorative resolution serving to honor the memory of Ronald Edward Hood.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 239 proposes to designate the second week of April as National Library Week. If enacted, this bill would officially recognize this commemorative week by adding section 5.266 to the Revised Code.

Maddy summaryHB 221 designates April as "Arab American Heritage Month" in Ohio by adding Section 5.266 to the Revised Code. This ceremonial bill directly affects Ohio state institutions and agencies, requiring them to recognize the month annually. The key provision is the official state-level recognition, aligning with similar observances in other states and the federal government. It does not create new programs, funding, or legal obligations beyond the designation.