Rep. Erika White

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 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 221

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Designate Arab American Heritage Month

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.

In committee Apr 9, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 215

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Prohibit property tax levies from taking effect in current year

To amend section 323.131 and to enact section 5705.17 of the Revised Code to prohibit most property tax levies submitted at a general election from taking effect in the current tax year.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill prohibits property tax levies from taking effect in the current year, providing immediate tax relief by delaying new or increased tax burdens.90% confidence HousingSupports HousingBill delays property tax increases from taking effect in the current year, providing temporary financial relief to homeowners and impacting housing affordability.75% confidence

In committee Apr 9, 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

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

Co-sponsor HB 205

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Enact the Future Educators Support Act

To enact sections 3301.24, 3301.82, 3319.70, 3345.83, and 6301.113 of the Revised Code to enact the Future Educators Support Act regarding financial support for student teachers, teaching as an in-demand job, and school district staffing surveys.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill enacts the Future Educators Support Act regarding 'financial support for student teachers', implying new government spending or appropriations for an essential program.90% confidence EducationSupports EducationBill enacts the Future Educators Support Act, providing financial support for student teachers and promoting teaching as an in-demand job.95% confidence Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 205 provides financial support for student teachers and promotes teaching as an in-demand job, directly advancing employment and worker benefits.90% confidence

In committee Apr 2, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track