Rep. Brian Lorenz

Maddy summaryHB 539 designates February 4 as Thaddeus Kościuszko Day in Ohio. The bill adds Section 5.2324 to the Revised Code to establish this annual observance. It directly affects Ohio residents by creating a state-recognized day honoring Thaddeus Kościuszko, a historical figure who aided American independence. The provision requires the state to recognize this day annually without altering existing laws or creating new obligations.

To enact section 5534.429 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 13 in Athens County as the "Marshal Teddy Ray Holcomb Memorial Highway."

To amend sections 3727.50, 3727.51, 3727.52, 3727.54, 3727.55, and 3727.56; to enact new section 3727.53 and section 4123.293; and to repeal section 3727.53 of the Revised Code to revise the law governing hospital-wide nursing care committees and hospital nursing services staffing plans.

Maddy summaryHR 265 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Meadow Tian for winning the 2025 Division I State Championship in girls golf. It does not create new policies or affect any laws or regulations. The bill formally recognizes her athletic achievement through a formal expression of legislative appreciation. This is a non-binding, symbolic gesture with no direct impact on state programs or individuals beyond the recognition itself.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution honoring Wendy Zhan upon her retirement as director of the Ohio Legislative Service Commission. It does not create new laws or affect policy; it is solely a symbolic gesture to recognize her service. The resolution formally expresses the legislature's appreciation for her work. No concrete policy changes or direct impacts on constituents are involved.

To enact section 5534.927 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of Chillicothe Lancaster Road in Fairfield County as the "MSGT Norman Michael Kilbarger Memorial Highway."

Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution (HR 234) honoring Jack Cera, a former Ohio House legislator who served 24 years and held roles including minority whip. The resolution expresses the Ohio House of Representatives' condolences to Cera's family and colleagues following his death, recognizing his service on committees like Finance and Agriculture, his community involvement, and his dedication to Ohio. It has no policy provisions or direct impact on constituents or legislation; it is purely a ceremonial tribute. The resolution was adopted by the House on October 8, 2025.

To amend sections 9.68, 109.69, 109.731, 311.41, 311.42, 311.43, 1547.69, 2921.13, 2923.11, 2923.111, 2923.12, 2923.121, 2923.122, 2923.123, 2923.124, 2923.125, 2923.126, 2923.127, 2923.128, 2923.129, 2923.1210, 2923.1211, 2923.1212, 2923.1213, 2923.16, 2923.17, 2953.35, and 4749.10 and to repeal section 1533.04 of the Revised Code to enact the Freedom to Carry Act to rename a concealed handgun license a concealed weapons license and to allow a concealed weapons licensee to carry a concealed deadly weapon other than an exclusive deadly weapon.

To amend sections 323.152, 323.155, and 4503.06 and to enact section 319.305 of the Revised Code to authorize counties to temporarily exempt a portion of property's increased value from taxation following a reappraisal and to name this act the Calculated Adjustments for Property Surges (CAPS) Act.

Maddy summaryHR 255 is a commemorative resolution honoring the late Mary Rose Oakar, a former Ohio House Representative and Cleveland City Council member. It expresses the Ohio House of Representatives' condolences to her family and memorializes her career, highlighting her service on committees focused on banking, aging, and public housing, as well as her advocacy for breast cancer research, Lake Erie protection, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. The resolution has no policy impact - it serves solely as a symbolic tribute to her legacy. It was adopted by the Ohio House on October 1, 2025.