Rep. Jean Schmidt

To amend sections 5104.015 and 5104.04 and to enact sections 5104.044, 5104.303, 5104.304, and 5104.361 of the Revised Code to require video surveillance of child care centers, to establish an online portal for tracking child care center attendance, to require investigations of waste, fraud, and abuse allegations relating to providers of publicly funded child care, and to name this act the Child Care Fraud Prevention Act.

To enact section 5534.673 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 28 in Clermont County as the "CPT Louis John Speidel Memorial Highway."

Maddy summaryHB 579 would require Ohio health insurers to follow new rules when using artificial intelligence for coverage decisions or pricing. It establishes specific requirements for transparency in AI decision-making and mandates bias testing for algorithms used in insurance processes. These rules directly apply to all health insurance companies operating in Ohio. The bill amends existing law (section 3902.50) and adds new provisions (section 3902.80) to create these regulatory standards.

Maddy summaryHCR 21 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies; its sole purpose is to formally acknowledge this historical milestone. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for the Marine Corps' service and legacy. As a procedural measure, it has no direct legislative impact beyond commemoration.

To honor the distinguished service and exceptional valor of the men and women of the United States Navy and to commemorate the 250th anniversary of its founding.

Maddy summaryHB 13 designates November 5th as "Roy Rogers Day" in Ohio, honoring the cowboy actor and entertainer. This ceremonial bill makes no policy changes or financial obligations; it simply adds a symbolic recognition to the state calendar. It directly affects Ohio's official observances but does not impact any specific groups, programs, or regulations. The bill’s sole provision is the naming of the date in the Revised Code.

To enact sections 3902.65, 3902.651, 3902.652, 3902.653, and 3902.654 of the Revised Code to require health insurance coverage of orthotic and prosthetic devices.

To amend sections 5725.98, 5726.98, 5729.98, 5747.98, and 5751.98 and to enact sections 5725.39, 5726.63, 5727.242, 5727.301, 5729.22, 5736.51, 5747.88, and 5751.55 of the Revised Code to authorize refundable tax credits for hiring certain veterans, service members, and their spouses.

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 amend sections 2953.21 and 2953.23 of the Revised Code to expand the availability of postconviction relief based on DNA testing showing actual innocence.