Rep. Phil Plummer

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally congratulates Graceworks Lutheran Services on reaching its 100th anniversary. It acknowledges the organization's long history of providing support programs for older adults and people with developmental disabilities. The House of Representatives has adopted the measure to honor the agency's contributions and will send an official copy of the resolution to the organization.

To amend sections 2151.412, 2151.421, 2151.423, 2151.429, 2151.467, 2151.468, 2903.01, 2903.11, 2919.22, 2929.13, 2929.14, 2941.1426, 5153.122, and 5153.16 and to enact sections 2151.4211, 2151.4235, 2151.89, and 5180.09 of the Revised Code to enact the Child Protection Reform Act.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new public registry for individuals convicted of repeat domestic violence offenses. It requires courts to identify defendants who have a current charge plus at least one prior conviction for domestic violence and order them to register with the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation. The registry will publicly display personal details like names and photos to help the community identify these offenders, while protecting sensitive data such as social security numbers. The system is designed to automatically remove an individual's record after a set period if they do not commit further violations.

To amend sections 9.681, 3313.751, 3794.05, 5502.01, 5502.13, 5502.14, 5502.99, 5743.01, 5743.54, and 5743.61 and to enact sections 2935.034, 5502.80, 5502.81, 5502.82, 5502.83, 5743.541, 5743.611, 5743.74, and 5743.75 of the Revised Code regarding the regulation, registration, licensure, inspection, and enforcement of electronic smoking, tobacco, nicotine, and vapor products retailers.

Maddy summaryHB 249 amends three sections of Ohio's Revised Code (2907.09, 2907.39, and 4301.25) to enact the "Indecent Exposure Modernization Act." The bill's abstract does not specify the exact changes to these code sections or the concrete policy modifications. Therefore, a detailed summary of the bill's provisions, affected parties, or key mechanisms cannot be provided based on the available abstract. The abstract only confirms the bill's purpose is to enact this specific modernization act through these code amendments.

To amend sections 2903.01, 2929.03, and 2929.04 of the Revised Code to enact the Larry Henderson Act to specify that the penalty for aggravated murder for an adult offender is death or life without the possibility of parole if the victim is a peace officer, prosecutor, first responder, or military member.

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.

Maddy summaryHB 507 prohibits individuals from receiving money or benefits derived from prostitution activities. It directly affects people who profit from prostitution, such as those operating brothels or facilitating sex work. The bill amends Ohio Revised Code sections 2907.01 and 2923.31 and adds new section 2907.251 to establish this prohibition as a criminal offense. Violators could face penalties under the revised legal framework.

To enact sections 3301.96 and 3333.89 of the Revised Code to establish the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program, to require the Department of Education and Workforce to hire a full-time school foster care liaison, and to make an appropriation for the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program.