Rep. Kellie Deeter

Primary HB 277

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Regards employment status of health care workers

To amend sections 4111.03, 4111.14, 4113.15, 4121.01, 4123.01, 4141.01, and 5747.01 and to enact section 4113.87 of the Revised Code to specify that a health care worker is not the employee of a health care worker platform or health care facility for purposes of specified laws under certain circumstances.

Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesReclassifying health care workers as non-employees reduces employer tax obligations and contributions to state unemployment and workers' compensation funds, limiting state revenue.95% confidence HealthcareOpposes HealthcareThe bill reclassifies healthcare workers as non-employees for certain laws, potentially reducing their benefits and protections, which weakens the position of medical professionals.85% confidence Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentHB 277 specifies that health care workers are not employees under certain laws, which typically weakens worker protections, benefits, and employment standards associated with employee status.95% confidence

In committee May 21, 2025 0 co-sponsors 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

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

Co-sponsor HB 266

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Authorize temporary property tax credit for certain homesteads

To amend sections 323.152, 323.153, and 323.156 of the Revised Code to authorize a temporary property tax credit for certain continuously owned homesteads.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes a temporary property tax credit for homesteads, providing tax relief which directly impacts taxation and fiscal management.90% confidence HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes a temporary property tax credit for homesteads, reducing housing costs for homeowners and protecting their ability to afford their homes.80% confidence

In committee May 14, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 272

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Regards food dyes, PFAS, fluoride, and certain substance releases

To amend sections 3704.99 and 6109.20 and to enact sections 3704.21, 3715.591, 3745.61, 3745.62, 3745.63, 3745.64, 3745.65, 3745.66, and 3745.67 of the Revised Code to prohibit the use of certain food dyes and additives, the release of substances into the atmosphere for certain purposes, and intentionally added PFAS in various products, to revise the law governing fluoride, and to name this act the Protecting Utility and Resources for Enhanced Living, Improved Food, and Environment Act.

EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill explicitly prohibits the release of substances into the atmosphere and intentionally added PFAS, directly reducing pollution and protecting the environment.95% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prohibits harmful substances like certain food dyes and PFAS, and revises fluoride law, directly advancing public health and protecting health services.95% confidence

In committee May 14, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HR 119

Passed · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Honoring the Norwalk High School cheer team as a 2025 OASSA State Champion.

Maddy summaryHR 119 is a commemorative resolution that honors the Norwalk High School cheer team for achieving the title of 2025 OASSA State Champion.

Passed May 7, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HR 120

Passed · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Honoring the St. Paul High School cheer team as a 2025 OASSA State Champion.

Maddy summaryHR 120 is a resolution that honors the St. Paul High School cheer team. It recognizes them as a 2025 OASSA State Champion.

EducationSupports EducationResolution honors a high school cheer team, celebrating student achievement within K-12 education, indirectly supporting student programs.75% confidence

Passed May 7, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

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 231

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Enact the Paid Parental Leave Act

To amend section 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.74 of the Revised Code to create an income tax credit for employers that provide paid parental leave and to name this act the Paid Parental Leave Act.

Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill creates an income tax credit for employers, which reduces state tax revenue and thus limits the state's fiscal capacity.95% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill incentivizes paid parental leave, which is known to improve maternal and infant health outcomes, support parental mental well-being, and is listed under 'Health and Human Services'.80% confidence Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill creates tax credits for employers offering paid parental leave, which directly expands worker benefits and strengthens employment standards.95% confidence

In committee Apr 30, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HR 104

Passed · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

In memory of John Saunders.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution honoring John Saunders, a Norwalk firefighter and employee of R & L Carriers who died while on duty in a house fire. The Ohio House of Representatives adopted the resolution to express condolences to his family and pay tribute to his contributions to his community, fire department, and family. It contains no policy changes or funding provisions - its sole purpose is to formally recognize Saunders' life and service. The resolution was adopted by the House on April 23, 2025.

Passed Apr 23, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track