Rep. Josh Williams

Co-sponsor HB 748

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Establish the Armed Forces Reserve Component Scholarship Program

To enact sections 3333.46, 3333.461, and 3333.462 of the Revised Code to establish the Armed Forces Reserve Component Scholarship Program and related funds and to make an appropriation.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes scholarship program with appropriation, directly funding education and military support services75% confidence EducationSupports EducationBill establishes scholarship program for military reservists, expanding educational access and funding for higher education students.90% confidence VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes scholarship program for Armed Forces Reserve Component members, directly funding education benefits for veterans and reservists.95% confidence

In committee Mar 18, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 723

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Prohibit nondisclosure agreements regarding child sexual abuse

To amend section 4117.10 and to enact section 4113.25 of the Revised Code to prohibit certain nondisclosure or confidentiality agreements regarding sexual abuse of a child.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill prohibits nondisclosure agreements in child sexual abuse cases, enhancing transparency and accountability in criminal justice proceedings.90% confidence

In committee Mar 4, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 428

Passed · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Remove residency requirements for certain city director positions

To amend sections 735.01 and 737.01 of the Revised Code to remove residency requirements for the city director of public service and the city director of public safety.

Passed Mar 4, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 332

Passed · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Create the small defense business linked deposit program

To amend sections 135.61, 135.62, 135.621, 135.623, 1733.04, and 1733.24 and to enact section 135.67 of the Revised Code to create the small defense business linked deposit program.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill creates a new state financial program, the small defense business linked deposit program, which involves government spending and fiscal management.85% confidence

Passed Mar 4, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 326

Passed · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Regards the Classic Learning Test entrance exam

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 326 addresses the Classic Learning Test (CLT) entrance exam. The bill proposes to amend an existing section of the Revised Code and enact a new section, specifically defining how the CLT is regarded under state law. This legislation directly affects students who may take the CLT and educational institutions by establishing its role as an entrance exam.

EducationSupports EducationThe bill defines and establishes the role of the Classic Learning Test (CLT) as an entrance exam under state law, integrating an assessment tool into the education system.85% confidence

Passed Mar 4, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 503

Passed · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Regards voter approval of municipal income tax reciprocity credit

To amend section 718.04 and to enact section 718.041 of the Revised Code to require voter approval to modify a municipal income tax reciprocity credit and to allow a voter initiative to authorize, modify, or repeal such a credit.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill strengthens fiscal management and accountability by requiring voter approval for municipal income tax reciprocity credit changes, empowering citizens in tax policy.88% confidence

Passed Mar 4, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 296

Passed · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Delay offender financial sanctions until 180 days after release

To amend section 2929.18 of the Revised Code to delay financial sanctions for one hundred eighty days after an offender's release from prison or completion of transitional control.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill delays financial sanctions for released offenders, promoting successful reintegration and potentially reducing recidivism by easing post-release financial burdens.90% confidence

Passed Mar 4, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 23

Signed into law · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Create the escaped convict alert program

Maddy summaryThe bill title "Create the escaped convict alert program" is incorrect based on the provided text. This bill (HB 23) actually establishes a framework for appointing security officers at financial institutions and other entities, not an escaped convict alert system. It allows banks, credit unions, railroads, and hospitals to designate personnel as police officers for their premises, subject to Ohio peace officer training requirements and certification. These appointed officers must be Ohio residents of good character, complete approved training within six months, and serve three-year terms. The bill specifically defines "prior parent company" for banks and includes provisions for railroad companies and hospitals meeting certain criteria.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes state training and certification requirements for private entity security officers designated as police, strengthening law enforcement standards.80% confidence

Signed into law Mar 2, 2026 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 707

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Enact Kei'Mani's Law

To amend sections 2151.421, 3314.03, 3326.11, 3328.24, 5180.40, 5180.401, 5180.402, 5180.403, and 5180.404 and to enact sections 3313.961, 5180.408, 5180.409, 5180.4010, and 5180.4011 of the Revised Code to make changes to the law regarding the uniform statewide automated child welfare information system, to require public schools to appoint a child protection liaison, and to name this act Kei'Mani's Law.

In committee Feb 25, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 714

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Alter law governing vehicular assault, yielding to pedestrians

To amend sections 2903.08, 2903.081, 4511.14, and 4511.46 of the Revised Code to alter the laws governing vehicular assault and failing to yield the right of way to pedestrians.

TransportationSupports TransportationAmends traffic laws to require yielding to pedestrians, enhancing road safety standards under transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

In committee Feb 25, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track