Rep. Christine Cockley

Co-sponsor HB 221

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Designate Arab American Heritage Month

Maddy summaryHB 221 designates April as "Arab American Heritage Month" in Ohio by adding Section 5.266 to the Revised Code. This ceremonial bill directly affects Ohio state institutions and agencies, requiring them to recognize the month annually. The key provision is the official state-level recognition, aligning with similar observances in other states and the federal government. It does not create new programs, funding, or legal obligations beyond the designation.

In committee Apr 9, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 218

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Allow liquor permit holders to discount dealcoholized wine

To amend section 4301.13 of the Revised Code to allow retail liquor permit holders to offer a discount on dealcoholized wine under specified circumstances.

In committee Apr 9, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 212

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Allow eligible homeowners to defer property tax payment

To amend sections 319.202, 319.302, 323.155, 323.158, 4503.0610, and 5323.02 and to enact sections 323.21 and 323.22 of the Revised Code to allow eligible homeowners to defer the payment of a portion of their property taxes.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allows eligible homeowners to defer property tax payments, providing a form of tax relief or management for citizens regarding their tax burden.90% confidence HousingSupports HousingHB 212 allows eligible homeowners to defer property tax payments, which helps protect homeownership and property rights by easing financial burdens.85% confidence

In committee Apr 2, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 211

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Require consideration of caretaker status in criminal cases

To amend sections 2929.19, 2951.03, and 2951.041 of the Revised Code to require a court to consider an offender's status as a primary caretaker of a child in determining whether the offender is amenable to a community control sanction or to intervention in lieu of conviction.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill HB 211 requires courts to consider an offender's caretaker status for community control or intervention, promoting criminal justice reform by offering alternatives to incarceration.85% confidence HousingSupports HousingBy allowing courts to consider caretaker status in sentencing, the bill helps prevent incarceration, which can mitigate housing instability and homelessness for families.75% confidence

In committee Apr 2, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 205

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Enact the Future Educators Support Act

To enact sections 3301.24, 3301.82, 3319.70, 3345.83, and 6301.113 of the Revised Code to enact the Future Educators Support Act regarding financial support for student teachers, teaching as an in-demand job, and school district staffing surveys.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill enacts the Future Educators Support Act regarding 'financial support for student teachers', implying new government spending or appropriations for an essential program.90% confidence EducationSupports EducationBill enacts the Future Educators Support Act, providing financial support for student teachers and promoting teaching as an in-demand job.95% confidence Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 205 provides financial support for student teachers and promotes teaching as an in-demand job, directly advancing employment and worker benefits.90% confidence

In committee Apr 2, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 181

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Provide counsel to destitute defendants facing eviction

To amend sections 120.521, 120.53, 1923.06, 1923.08, 3735.41, and 5321.17 and to enact sections 120.531 and 120.532 of the Revised Code to provide counsel to destitute defendants facing eviction and to make an appropriation.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation,' directly impacting state budgets and government spending, and is listed under 'Finance and Appropriations.'95% confidence Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides counsel to indigent defendants in eviction cases, enhancing their rights within the court system and aligning with principles of justice reform.85% confidence HousingSupports HousingBill provides legal counsel to destitute defendants facing eviction, directly protecting tenant rights and preventing homelessness.95% confidence

In committee Mar 26, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 180

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Bar adverse employment action against precinct election officials

To enact section 3501.281 of the Revised Code to prohibit adverse employment actions against employees who are absent from work while serving as, or training to be, precinct election officials.

Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill protects employees from adverse employment actions for serving as election officials, directly advancing workers' rights and employment standards.95% confidence

In committee Mar 26, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HR 38

Passed · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

In memory of Ross Allen Boggs, Jr.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Ross Allen Boggs, Jr., a former Ohio House member and community leader. The resolution expresses the Ohio House of Representatives' condolences to his family and pays tribute to his life, including his service as a legislator, teacher, coach, and township trustee. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or groups. The House formally adopted this memorial resolution on March 26, 2025.

Passed Mar 26, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 191

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Require school district, ESC teachers be paid at least $50,000

To amend sections 3317.14, 4117.10, 5126.24, and 5705.412; to enact new section 3317.13; and to repeal section 3317.13 of the Revised Code to require that all school district and educational service center teachers be paid a salary of at least $50,000.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill mandates increased salaries for teachers, directly requiring additional funding for public services, impacting state budgets and appropriations.95% confidence EducationSupports EducationThe bill mandates a minimum salary of $50,000 for all school district and ESC teachers, directly supporting educators and strengthening the education sector.95% confidence Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill explicitly requires a minimum salary of $50,000 for teachers, directly increasing wages for workers in this sector.95% confidence

In committee Mar 26, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 158

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Enact the Consumer Utility Billing Transparency Act

To enact section 4933.30 of the Revised Code to enact "The Consumer Utility Billing Transparency Act" requiring the itemization of all riders, taxes, and other costs on certain utility bills.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill promotes fiscal responsibility and government accountability by requiring transparency in the itemization of taxes and other costs on utility bills.80% confidence EnergySupports EnergyThe bill focuses on utility billing transparency, which directly relates to utilities within the Energy topic and protects utility consumers by providing clearer cost breakdowns.85% confidence

In committee Mar 19, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track