Rep. Tex Fischer

To amend section 2927.12 and to enact sections 2749.01, 2749.02, 2749.03, 2749.04, and 2927.121 of the Revised Code to enact the Hate Crime Act to prohibit hate crimes and to create a civil remedy for a person who is terrorized by another because of specific characteristics or beliefs.

Maddy summaryHR 101 is a non-binding resolution expressing congressional support for Cleveland, Ohio's bid to host the 2030 Special Olympics USA Games. It does not create new laws or allocate funds, but formally endorses the city's effort to bring the event to Northeast Ohio. The bill directly affects Cleveland's planning and promotion of the Games, though it has no direct impact on policy or beneficiaries. This is a procedural resolution, not a substantive legislative measure.

To amend sections 109.57, 109.572, 109.578, 109.579, 2151.357, 2901.08, 2923.125, 2923.13, 2923.14, 2929.01, 2929.13, 2929.14, 2941.141, 2941.144, 2941.145, 2941.146, 2953.25, 2953.26, 2953.32, 2953.34, 2953.61, 4723.28, 4729.16, 4729.56, 4729.57, 4729.96, and 4752.09 and to enact sections 2941.1427, 2941.1428, and 2953.321 of the Revised Code to enact the Repeat Offender Act to create a repeat offender classification, to create and modify certain firearm specifications, to increase the penalties for certain firearm offenses and specifications, to broaden the scope of relief from firearms disability, and to modify the sealing procedure for misdemeanors and fourth and fifth degree felonies.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes Don Jones for his exemplary service to the Ohio House of Representatives. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a ceremonial acknowledgment of his contributions. The bill directly honors Mr. Jones for his work supporting the legislative body. (1 sentence)

Maddy summaryThe provided abstract for HB 285 indicates that the bill concerns the start times of college football games by enacting section 3345.89 of the Revised Code. However, the context does not provide specific details about what this section entails or the exact mechanisms and policy changes the bill proposes regarding these start times.

To amend sections 113.05, 113.051, 113.09, 113.13, 113.16, 113.40, 113.78, 118.05, 120.52, 131.01, 131.50, 135.01, 135.03, 135.032, 135.14, 135.143, 135.18, 135.22, 135.35, 135.45, 135.451, 135.71, 151.01, 164.09, 183.51, 317.36, 319.63, 321.46, 321.47, 1557.03, 2969.13, 3109.14, 3307.12, 3334.08, 3334.11, 3705.242, 3737.945, 3953.231, 4511.19, 4705.09, 4705.10, 5528.54, 5725.22, 5725.23, 5729.05, 5729.10, 5739.17, 5747.51, and 6101.51; to amend, for the purpose of adopting a new section number as indicated in parentheses, section 135.45 (113.07); and to repeal sections 113.06, 113.10, 113.43, and 135.144 of the Revised Code relating to the Treasurer of State.

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.

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.

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.

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.