Rep. Karen Brownlee

Co-sponsor HCR 11

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Condemn, apologize for displacement of Randolph Freedpeople

Maddy summaryHCR 11 is a House Concurrent Resolution that formally acknowledges the historical displacement of the Randolph Freedpeople. It further condemns this wrongful act and issues an apology for their displacement.

HousingSupports HousingHCR 11 condemns and apologizes for historical displacement, directly relating to the loss of housing and property rights, thus supporting the principle of housing security.80% confidence

In committee Apr 30, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HR 118

Passed · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

In memory of Ronald Edward Hood.

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

Passed Apr 30, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 235

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Authorize tax credit for handgun training and firearms storage

To amend sections 5747.08 and 5747.98 and to enact sections 5747.87 and 5747.88 of the Revised Code to authorize a nonrefundable income tax credit for the cost of handgun training and firearms storage and locking devices.

Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes a nonrefundable income tax credit, which reduces state tax revenue and thus limits funds available for the state budget.95% confidence Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill incentivizes responsible firearm ownership through training and storage, which can indirectly reduce firearm-related incidents and support public safety, a core goal of criminal justice.65% confidence

In committee Apr 30, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 239

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Designate National Library Week

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.

EducationSupports EducationDesignating National Library Week acknowledges the role of libraries in promoting literacy and providing educational resources, indirectly supporting educational access.65% confidence

In committee Apr 30, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 242

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Authorize tax credit for dog spaying, neutering, or training

To amend sections 5747.08 and 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.87 of the Revised Code to authorize a nonrefundable income tax credit for having a dog spayed or neutered or for completing a dog training course.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes a nonrefundable income tax credit, directly impacting taxation and providing a form of tax relief, which aligns with advancing fiscal policy.95% confidence

In committee Apr 30, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 243

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Designate Dolores Huerta, Cesar Chavez Ohio Community Service Day

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 243 designates April 5th as "Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez Ohio Community Service Day" in the state of Ohio. This bill enacts section 5.212 of the Revised Code to establish this new community service day.

Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill honors Dolores Huerta & Cesar Chavez, key labor leaders who championed workers' rights, implicitly supporting the values of the Labor & Employment topic.75% confidence

In committee Apr 30, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 218

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Allow liquor permit holders to discount dealcoholized wine

To amend section 4301.13 of the Revised Code to allow retail liquor permit holders to offer a discount on dealcoholized wine under specified circumstances.

In committee Apr 9, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HR 100

Passed · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Honoring the Winton Woods High School girls basketball team as the 2025 Division II State Champion.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 100) is a ceremonial resolution formally honoring the Winton Woods High School girls basketball team for winning the 2025 Division II State Championship in Ohio. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to recognize the team's athletic achievement through a congressional resolution. The bill directly affects the team and their school by providing official acknowledgment from the U.S. House of Representatives. This is a standard procedural resolution with no substantive policy impact.

EducationSupports EducationThe bill honors a high school team's achievement, providing official positive acknowledgment to a K-12 institution and its students, which strengthens morale and public perception of education.75% confidence

Passed Apr 8, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 212

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Allow eligible homeowners to defer property tax payment

To amend sections 319.202, 319.302, 323.155, 323.158, 4503.0610, and 5323.02 and to enact sections 323.21 and 323.22 of the Revised Code to allow eligible homeowners to defer the payment of a portion of their property taxes.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allows eligible homeowners to defer property tax payments, providing a form of tax relief or management for citizens regarding their tax burden.90% confidence HousingSupports HousingHB 212 allows eligible homeowners to defer property tax payments, which helps protect homeownership and property rights by easing financial burdens.85% confidence

In committee Apr 2, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 211

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Require consideration of caretaker status in criminal cases

To amend sections 2929.19, 2951.03, and 2951.041 of the Revised Code to require a court to consider an offender's status as a primary caretaker of a child in determining whether the offender is amenable to a community control sanction or to intervention in lieu of conviction.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill HB 211 requires courts to consider an offender's caretaker status for community control or intervention, promoting criminal justice reform by offering alternatives to incarceration.85% confidence HousingSupports HousingBy allowing courts to consider caretaker status in sentencing, the bill helps prevent incarceration, which can mitigate housing instability and homelessness for families.75% confidence

In committee Apr 2, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track