Rep. Josh Williams

Co-sponsor HB 274

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Require local government firefighting and EMS; create grants

To enact sections 9.51 and 9.511 of the Revised Code to require townships and municipal corporations to provide firefighting services and emergency medical services and to establish the Fire and EMS Shared Services Reimbursement Grant Program.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill establishes a grant program for fire and EMS services, directly involving state appropriations and government spending, thus funding essential public services.95% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates local governments provide emergency medical services (EMS) and creates grants for them, directly advancing and funding a critical component of health services and patient access.95% confidence

In committee May 21, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 98

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Establish the Community Connectors Workforce Program

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 98 establishes the Community Connectors Workforce Program by enacting a new section in the Revised Code. This program is designed to support workforce development initiatives. The bill also includes a specific appropriation of funds to support the program's operation, directly affecting individuals and communities involved in workforce training and employment efforts.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill includes a specific appropriation of funds, directly affecting state budget and government spending to fund a new program.95% confidence EducationSupports EducationBill establishes and funds the Community Connectors Workforce Program, directly supporting workforce development and training, which are educational initiatives.90% confidence Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes and funds a 'Community Connectors Workforce Program' to support workforce development and employment efforts.95% confidence

In committee May 21, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HCR 14

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Urge inclusion of Peter Edward "Pete" Rose on Hall of Fame ballot

To urge the Baseball Writers' Association of America and the National Baseball Hall of Fame to include Peter Edward "Pete" Rose on the Hall of Fame ballot.

In committee May 21, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 32

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Designate Celebrating Disabilities Month

Maddy summaryHB 32 designates the month of July as "Celebrating Disabilities Month" by enacting a new section in the Revised Code. This bill establishes a commemorative month to recognize and celebrate individuals with disabilities.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareDesignates a month to recognize and celebrate individuals with disabilities. This positive recognition supports the mental health and disabilities component of healthcare by promoting awareness and inclusion.65% confidence

In committee May 21, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 41

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Establish certain child care grant programs

Maddy summaryHB 41 establishes new grant programs aimed at supporting child care services. These programs will provide funding to child care providers, specifically to help increase child care capacity and create "learning labs." The bill also includes an appropriation to fund these new grant initiatives.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill includes specific appropriation to fund new child care grant programs, directly increasing public service funding under state budget.90% confidence EducationSupports EducationThe bill funds the creation of 'learning labs' within child care programs, enhancing early educational opportunities and access for young children.80% confidence Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBy funding child care programs, HB 41 indirectly supports labor & employment by enabling parents to participate in the workforce.75% confidence

In committee May 21, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 279

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Authorize an income tax credit for family caregiving expenses

To amend sections 5747.08 and 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.053 of the Revised Code to authorize a nonrefundable income tax credit for family caregiving expenses.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes a nonrefundable income tax credit, directly impacting taxation and providing tax relief, a key aspect of fiscal policy.95% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill provides an income tax credit for family caregiving expenses, which supports individuals providing health services and care, thereby advancing the topic of Healthcare.90% confidence Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill offers a tax credit for family caregiving expenses, indirectly supporting workers by alleviating financial burdens and potentially improving employment stability for caregivers.75% confidence

In committee May 21, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 267

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Regards creation, display of veterans benefit and services poster

To enact section 4113.13 of the Revised Code regarding the creation and display of a poster containing information on benefits and services for veterans.

Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill mandates the display of information on veterans' benefits and services. This supports veterans, who are a part of the workforce, by ensuring access to resources that impact their employment and well-being, aligning with expanding worker b...75% confidence VeteransSupports VeteransHB 267 facilitates access to information on veterans' benefits and services, directly supporting their utilization and advancing the topic area.95% confidence

In committee May 14, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 271

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Enact Breast Examination and Screening Transformation (BEST) Act

To amend sections 1751.62, 3923.52, 3923.53, 5162.20, and 5164.08 of the Revised Code to revise the law governing insurance and Medicaid coverage of breast cancer screenings and examinations and to name this act the Breast Examination and Screening Transformation Act, or BEST Act.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRevising Medicaid coverage for breast cancer screenings directly impacts state appropriations and government spending on healthcare.95% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill revises laws governing insurance and Medicaid coverage for breast cancer screenings, directly expanding health services and coverage within healthcare.95% confidence

In committee May 14, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 262

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Designate Natural Family Month

Maddy summaryHB 262 proposes to designate the weeks between Mother's Day and Father's Day as "Natural Family Month." This bill would establish this commemorative period by enacting a new section in the Revised Code.

In committee May 14, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 269

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Regards success sequence and character education curriculum

To amend sections 3313.60, 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact sections 3301.0717 and 3313.6031 of the Revised Code regarding success sequence and character education curriculum.

EducationSupports EducationBill directly addresses curriculum by amending sections regarding success sequence and character education, indicating an intent to shape educational content.95% confidence

In committee May 14, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track