Rep. Tex Fischer

To enact sections 3314.0311, 3373.01, 3373.02, 3373.03, 3373.04, 3373.05, 3373.06, 3373.07, 3373.08, 3373.09, 3373.10, and 3373.11 of the Revised Code to enact the Student-Athlete Publicity Rights and Fair Compensation Act to address name, image, and likeness compensation for high school athletes.

To amend section 4928.73 and to enact section 122.1714 of the Revised Code to create a regulatory, economic, and energy market framework for fusion energy and to name this act the Ohio Fusion Energy Advancement Act.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Concurrent Resolution that urges the creation of an interstate compact to improve electric transmission projects across state lines. It directly affects state legislators and utility companies by requesting a formal agreement between states to enable more competitive bidding for transmission infrastructure. The resolution calls for specific provisions such as uniform rules for all energy generation types, cost allocation among all beneficiaries, streamlined permitting processes, and open bidding for interstate projects. This measure aims to address concerns that current state policies may hinder energy infrastructure growth and increase costs for consumers.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the state director of health to create and distribute a poster that provides information about various veterans' medical benefits and support services. The poster must include details on programs such as the Military Injury Relief Fund, the VA crisis line, caregiver support, and other health-related resources available to veterans. Health care providers are authorized to display this poster in visible areas of their facilities, and the state will supply copies at no cost to those who request them. The legislation aims to ensure veterans and their health care providers have easy access to information about available benefits and services.

To amend sections 5139.36 and 5139.41 of the Revised Code to modify the formula for grants to counties from the department of youth services to operate community corrections facilities for felony delinquents.

Maddy summaryThis Ohio House Concurrent Resolution congratulates the United States Olympic hockey teams on their championship victories over Canada. The bill formally recognizes the men's and women's national teams for winning their Olympic titles in overtime golden goal matches. It directs the Clerk of the House to send authenticated copies of the resolution to team representatives and Ohio news media. The measure is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a policy change, expressing state appreciation for the athletes' achievements.

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.

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.

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.

To amend section 1345.032 and to enact section 5901.10 of the Revised Code to govern the practice of providing veterans claim consulting assistance for compensation and to establish requirements for soliciting a fee for providing a copy of a military discharge record.