Rep. Adam Miller

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that formally recognizes Hilltop Church of God in Ohio for its 100th anniversary. It expresses the House of Representatives' appreciation for the church's century of service, spiritual guidance, and positive impact on the Greater Columbus community. The only concrete action required is for the Clerk to send an official copy of the resolution to the church as a tribute.

Maddy summaryHB 24 requires private health plans and Medicaid in Ohio to cover biomarker testing for diagnosis, treatment management, and ongoing monitoring of diseases, provided the test is deemed medically necessary by a qualified healthcare provider. The bill mandates that coverage decisions be based on established medical evidence, such as FDA labels, federal coverage determinations, or nationally recognized clinical guidelines, while explicitly excluding coverage for screening purposes. To ensure patient care is not disrupted, the legislation also requires that coverage be structured to minimize the need for multiple biopsies or sample collections. Additionally, the law establishes an accessible appeal process for coverage determinations and includes language intended to prevent significant price increases for these tests.

Maddy summaryHB 397 requires the Department of Health to partner with the Department of Aging and community groups to expand public education on cognitive impairment, Alzheimer's disease, and dementia. These educational efforts aim to inform healthcare providers and the general public about early warning signs, risk reduction strategies, the importance of timely diagnosis, and available assessment tools. The bill specifically highlights the need to address disparities among diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups and emphasizes the role of annual physicals for those aged sixty-five and older in maintaining cognitive health. By integrating this awareness into existing public health outreach, the legislation seeks to improve early detection and promote healthier lifestyles for all communities.

Maddy summaryHB 79 allows electric distribution utilities to create and submit plans for energy efficiency and demand reduction programs to the Public Utilities Commission. To get approval, utilities must provide detailed information about their proposed programs, including costs, expected energy savings, and how they will be funded without double-charging customers. The bill also defines specific terms like "behavioral energy savings" and requires utilities to include plans for improving smart grid technology and managing peak demand. Once approved, these portfolios enable utilities to help residential and business customers save energy while ensuring the programs remain cost-effective and fair.

Maddy summaryHB 675 establishes a Social Work Internship Grant Program to provide financial support for social work interns. The bill also creates specific tax exemptions for grants received under this program, shielding them from state and local income taxes. Additionally, the legislation updates definitions for municipal taxable income and outlines rules for calculating income for both residents and nonresidents, including provisions for net operating losses and various types of exempt income such as military pay and social security benefits.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits state agencies and local government units from using public money to buy U.S. or Ohio flags that were not manufactured in the United States. It directly affects government entities such as county offices, townships, and municipal corporations by restricting their purchasing choices for these specific flags. The law requires that any flag acquired with taxpayer funds must be produced domestically, ensuring that the purchase supports U.S. manufacturing.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the walleye as the official state fish, a symbolic honor that does not change any laws or regulations. The legislation directly affects the state by formally recognizing the walleye in official records and documents. It does not alter fishing rules, create new programs, or allocate funding, serving only as a commemorative measure.

Maddy summaryHB 399 creates a new tax credit for employers in Ohio who provide paid leave to employees donating organs. To qualify, the employer must use the federal E-Verify system and offer compensation equal to the employee's normal wages for up to thirty days of medically necessary recovery time. This credit allows qualifying businesses to reduce their tax liability by the amount of benefits paid, capped at $30 per day, with a maximum annual limit of $54,000 per employer. The bill also establishes a reporting requirement for the tax commissioner to track the number of claims and total credit values issued each year.

Maddy summaryHB 662 amends state laws to exempt antique firearms from certain transaction prohibitions that currently apply to other weapons. The bill specifically defines antique firearms as older muzzle-loading guns, replicas of pre-1898 weapons, or black powder firearms that cannot use modern fixed ammunition, while explicitly excluding weapons that can be easily converted to use standard ammunition. By creating this exemption, the legislation ensures that these specific antique items are not subject to the same restrictions on selling, lending, or transferring as other firearms. This change directly affects individuals who own, sell, or transfer these older types of guns, allowing them to bypass specific unlawful transaction rules.

Maddy summaryHB 665 creates a new specialty license plate in Ohio for the State Grange, allowing vehicle owners to display the design while contributing to a dedicated fund. Money collected from drivers purchasing these plates will be distributed to a wide range of organizations, including health groups focused on breast and pancreatic cancer, youth development programs like 4-H and Future Farmers of America, and various scholarship foundations. The bill also establishes specific funding streams for educational scholarships at out-of-state universities such as Notre Dame and Marshall, ensuring that proceeds support students who are Ohio residents. By authorizing the registrar of motor vehicles to collect and allocate these funds, the legislation provides a structured way for drivers to support agricultural, health, and educational causes through their vehicle registration.