Rep. Kevin Miller

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.

Maddy summaryHB 487 creates a new legal category for individuals convicted of drug offenses who have prior drug-related convictions. This bill directly affects repeat offenders by adding a "repeat drug offender" specification to sentencing guidelines. The key provision amends sentencing laws to require judges to impose longer prison terms when this specification applies. Specifically, it enhances penalties for subsequent drug crimes by treating repeat offenders as having a higher level of culpability under the law.

To amend sections 2903.01, 2929.01, 2929.12, 2929.14, and 2929.22 and to enact section 2941.1428 of the Revised Code to create new aggravated murder offenses for political motivation and political victims, to create a mandatory prison term for politically motivated offenses of violence, and to add political motivation to sentencing factors for felonies and misdemeanors.

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.

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.

To amend sections 323.25, 4503.06, 5721.01, 5721.18, and 5721.31 of the Revised Code to prohibit enforcement of delinquent property tax liens against certain owner-occupied homesteads.

To enact sections 5.2322, 5.2411, 5.2412, 5.2413, 5.2414, and 5.268 of the Revised Code to make specified day and week designations relating to agriculture and to name this act the Agriculture Appreciation Act.

To amend sections 1533.10, 1533.11, 1533.111, 1533.32, and 1533.321 of the Revised Code to allow Ohio residents who are 65 and up, instead of 66 and up, to qualify for discounted hunting and fishing licenses and permits.