To amend sections 5126.15, 5180.31, and 5180.32 and to enact section 5126.16 of the Revised Code to require county boards of developmental disabilities to provide early intervention services to eligible children.
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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.
Maddy summaryHB 850 proposes to temporarily lower the state tax on gasoline and other motor fuels to help address rising fuel prices. Under this bill, the tax on each gallon of gasoline would be reduced to 19.25 cents, while taxes on compressed natural gas and other fuels would drop to 23.5 cents. The revenue collected during this period would still be distributed according to existing rules, but the specific dollar amounts allocated for certain purposes would be cut in half. The legislation includes an emergency declaration to make these changes take effect immediately.
To enact sections 1349.08, 1349.081, 1349.082, 1349.083, 1349.084, 1349.085, 5119.65, 5119.651, 5119.652, and 5119.653 of the Revised Code to require warning labels on addictive social media platforms.
Maddy summaryHR 406 is a resolution that officially recognizes April 19-25, 2026, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week in Ohio. It does not create new laws or change any policies but serves to acknowledge the importance of supporting crime victims and raising public awareness about their rights. The bill directs the Clerk of the House to send copies of the resolution to news media outlets across the state to promote the observance.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that formally recognizes the Oakwood High School speech and debate team for winning the 2026 Ohio Speech and Debate Association State Championship. The measure expresses appreciation for the students' achievements and their demonstrated dedication to excellence, noting that they have won the title for the second consecutive year. Upon passage, the Clerk of the House will send an official copy of the resolution to the team as a gesture of congratulations. The bill does not create new laws or alter existing policies but serves solely to honor the students' accomplishments.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that formally recognizes the Oakwood High School Academic Decathlon team for winning the 2026 State Championship. The measure highlights the team's achievement of securing their sixteenth consecutive state title and expresses appreciation for their dedication and teamwork. It directs the Clerk of the House to send an official copy of the resolution to the school team as a gesture of honor.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that formally recognizes the Kettering Fairmont High School girls basketball team as the 2026 Division I State Champions. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit a copy of the resolution to the team and their coach, Jeremey Finn. The measure serves as a congratulatory tribute and does not create new laws or policy changes.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that honors the Evans Dealer Group on its 100th anniversary. It recognizes the company's history of providing Volkswagen, Infiniti, and BMW vehicles in the Dayton area and praises its long-standing professionalism and community impact. The measure directs the House Clerk to send an official copy of the resolution to the business as a formal tribute. This action does not change any laws or policies but serves solely to acknowledge the company's centennial milestone.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution honoring L. Helen Rankin, a former Ohio state representative who passed away. It formally expresses condolences to her family and acknowledges her 16 years of public service, during which she served on the Finance and Appropriations and Human Resources committees. The resolution highlights her advocacy for women's health, children, and social services, and directs the House Clerk to send a copy of the document to her family.