Rep. Darnell Brewer

Primary HB 909

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Enact the Keep Every Home Safe Act

To amend sections 3301.12, 5502.63, 5747.08, and 5747.98 and to enact sections 2923.1215, 2923.1216, 3901.97, 5502.621, and 5747.74 of the Revised Code to require secure storage of firearms, to authorize income tax credits, to name this act the Keep Every Home Safe Act, and to make an appropriation.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes income tax credits and makes an appropriation to fund firearm storage requirements, directly advancing the budget and taxation topic.85% confidence Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates secure firearm storage to prevent accidents and reduce gun violence, directly advancing public safety and crime prevention within the criminal justice framework.85% confidence

In committee May 20, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 908

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Enact Cassidy's Law

To amend sections 307.626 and 3701.045 and to enact sections 2151.4212, 2151.4214, and 2151.4216 of the Revised Code to enact Cassidy's Law regarding information sharing related to child welfare.

In committee May 20, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HCR 45

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Recognizing the National Black Caucus of State Legislators

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal resolution that honors the National Black Caucus of State Legislators as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. It acknowledges the organization's role in supporting African American state legislators and its work on issues like equity, education, and criminal justice reform. The resolution does not change any laws or policies but instead serves as a symbolic gesture to recognize the group's contributions to public service. The Clerk of the House will send copies of this resolution to the organization and Ohio news outlets to share the recognition.

In committee May 20, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 897

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Require trauma-informed care training for guardians ad litem

To enact section 2151.282 of the Revised Code to require trauma-informed care training for guardians ad litem and court-appointed special advocates in child welfare proceedings.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates trauma-informed care training for guardians, enhancing juvenile justice proceedings and protecting vulnerable children's rights.75% confidence

In committee May 20, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 910

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Enact the Mortgage Stability Act

To enact section 175.50 of the Revised Code to provide grants to qualifying applicants for mortgage assistance and to name the act the Mortgage Stability Act.

HousingSupports HousingBill provides grants for mortgage assistance, directly funding housing stability and protecting homeownership.90% confidence

In committee May 20, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 848

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Designate September as Celebrate HBCU Month

Maddy summaryHB 848 designates the month of September as "Celebrate HBCU Month" to honor historically black colleges and universities. The bill achieves this by adding a new section to the state's Revised Code, which officially recognizes the period for celebration. This legislative action directly affects state records and official designations but does not create new funding or change existing laws. It is a symbolic measure intended to highlight the significance of HBCUs during September.

EducationSupports EducationBill honors HBCUs, enhancing educational access and recognition for historically Black institutions.85% confidence

In committee May 13, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 864

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Require driver’s license disability identifier, if requested

To amend sections 4506.07, 4506.11, 4507.06, 4507.13, 4507.51, and 4507.52 of the Revised Code to require the Registrar to include an identifying symbol on a driver's license, commercial driver's license, or state identification card for individuals with certain disabilities, if requested.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves access to healthcare by mandating disability identifiers on licenses, facilitating better medical identification and accommodations.75% confidence TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by mandating disability identifiers on licenses, aiding emergency responders and improving accessibility.85% confidence

In committee May 13, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 861

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Prohibit health plan, Medicaid denying dental claim based on age

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.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prohibits denying dental claims based on age, expanding access to essential healthcare services and protecting patient rights.95% confidence

In committee May 13, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 851

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Enact the Paul Payne Safe Zone Act

To enact section 4955.37 of the Revised Code to establish "Safe Zones" on railroad tracks for the safety of railroad employees and to name this act the Paul Payne Safe Zone Act.

Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes 'Safe Zones' on railroad tracks to improve workplace safety for railroad employees.90% confidence TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes safe zones on railroad tracks to enhance safety for railroad employees, directly supporting transportation safety standards.95% confidence

In committee May 13, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 856

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Require health plans, Medicaid cover mental health well checks

To enact sections 3902.65 and 5164.11 of the Revised Code to require health benefit plans and the Medicaid program to cover annual mental health well checks.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates coverage for mental health well checks, expanding access and strengthening mental health services.95% confidence VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates coverage for mental health well checks, which directly supports veteran healthcare access and mental health services.75% confidence

In committee May 13, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track