Rep. Tex Fischer

Co-sponsor HB 416

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Designate Police Officer Phillip Wagner Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.448 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of United States Route 6 in Lorain County as the "Police Officer Phillip Wagner Memorial Highway."

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill honors a fallen police officer, an act that symbolically strengthens recognition and respect for law enforcement, a key component of the criminal justice system.65% confidence TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill directly concerns a transportation asset (a highway) by formally designating a portion of it. This act of formal recognition within the transportation system can be seen as a form of 'advancing' or 'strengthening' the administrative and s...75% confidence

In committee Sep 15, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 424

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Regards transfers, purchases of certain retirement service credit

Maddy summaryBased on the provided information, HB 424 aims to modify section 145.295 of the Revised Code. This section pertains to the transfer or purchase of certain retirement service credit for individuals within the retirement system. The abstract indicates an amendment to the existing rules governing these specific transactions. However, the provided context does not detail the specific changes or new provisions introduced by the bill.

In committee Sep 15, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HJR 6

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

CA: Limit property taxes to specified percentage of value

Proposing to amend Section 2 of Article XII of the Constitution of the State of Ohio to limit property taxes, whether voted or unvoted, to one and one-quarter per cent or, for certain owner-occupied homes, one per cent of real property's true value.

Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill proposes to limit property taxes, which directly restricts government revenue and impacts state budgets and fiscal management.95% confidence EducationOpposes EducationLimiting property taxes, a primary source of local school funding, would likely reduce revenue for K-12 education, potentially defunding schools.85% confidence HousingSupports HousingBill limits property taxes, which can make homeownership more affordable and strengthen property rights by reducing the financial burden on homeowners.88% confidence TransportationOpposes TransportationLimiting property taxes could reduce local government revenue, potentially impacting funds available for transportation infrastructure and services.75% confidence

In committee Sep 15, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HCR 19

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Urge congressional delegation to uphold federalism re: elections

To call upon the members of Ohio's congressional delegation to uphold the principles of federalism regarding the authority of states to govern electoral processes.

In committee Sep 15, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 395

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Require ODJFS online process to report job interview no-shows

To amend section 4141.34 of the Revised Code to require the Director of Job and Family Services to establish an online process for employers to report individuals who fail to appear for a scheduled job interview.

Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill establishes a reporting system for interview no-shows, which could lead to restrictions or limitations on unemployment benefits for job seekers.85% confidence TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates the establishment of an online process for reporting, directly advancing the use of technology in government services.75% confidence

In committee Sep 15, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 391

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Require tax rate as a true value percentage on tax bills, ballots

To amend sections 323.131 and 4503.06 and to enact section 5705.171 of the Revised Code to require tax rates to be expressed as a percentage of true value on tax bills and ballot language.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill promotes transparency in taxation by requiring tax rates to be expressed as a true value percentage, enhancing public understanding and fiscal responsibility.75% confidence

In committee Sep 15, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 116

Passed · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Enact the Ohio Blockchain Basics Act

To amend sections 301.30, 504.04, 715.013, 718.01, 1315.01, and 5747.01 and to enact sections 101.88, 1352.01, 1352.02, 1352.03, and 1352.04 of the Revised Code to enact the Ohio Blockchain Basics Act to address mining, taxation, and regulation of digital assets and digital asset investments by the state retirement systems.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly addresses the taxation of digital assets, establishing a framework for state revenue and fiscal management in a new economic area.90% confidence TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill enacts the 'Ohio Blockchain Basics Act' to address the mining, taxation, and regulation of digital assets, directly supporting the integration and framework for these technologies.95% confidence

Passed Jun 25, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 360

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Designate SPC Louis P. Shuster Memorial Interchange

To enact section 5534.966 of the Revised Code to designate the interchange of I-480 and West 150th Street in Cleveland as the "SPC Louis P. Shuster Memorial Interchange."

TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill designates a highway interchange as a memorial, directly addressing a component of transportation infrastructure.85% confidence VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill designates a memorial interchange in honor of SPC Louis P. Shuster, a veteran, which is a clear act of recognizing veteran service.95% confidence

In committee Jun 18, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 288

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Require construction project owners to timely pay contractors

Maddy summaryHB 288 requires private construction project owners to pay contractors on time by amending Ohio's Revised Code (section 4113.61). This directly affects private property developers and project owners who hire contractors for construction work. The key provision establishes a legal obligation for owners to make payments according to agreed-upon schedules, preventing delays without requiring new payment terms. The bill creates a clear standard for timely payment in private construction contracts.

HousingSupports HousingHB 288 ensures timely payments for construction, supporting housing development by preventing delays and making projects more viable for developers.85% confidence

In committee Jun 18, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HCR 8

Passed · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Urge Congress to make the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent

Maddy summaryHCR 8 is a non-binding resolution urging the U.S. Congress to permanently extend the tax provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. It does not change tax law itself but formally requests federal lawmakers to make the 2017 tax cuts permanent. The resolution directly affects the state legislature's position and its representatives who may advocate for this stance with federal officials. It has no legal effect on current tax rates or policy.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill advocates for permanently extending tax cuts, which provides ongoing tax relief, aligning with a 'support' indicator for Budget & Taxes.90% confidence

Passed Jun 18, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track