Maddy summaryHB 521 updates Ohio's child labor laws to specifically address minors working as performers in the entertainment industry, including films, television, radio, and theater productions. The bill creates a special exemption allowing minors under the age of fourteen to obtain age and schooling certificates if they are employed as performers, provided they are of compulsory school age and the work is legal. It also establishes safety protections by allowing accredited safety professionals to supervise hazardous conditions on set, which would otherwise be prohibited for minors. Additionally, the legislation clarifies the roles of various officials in enforcing these rules and requires employers to verify age certificates before hiring.
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Maddy summaryThis bill increases criminal penalties for actions that disrupt elections, specifically targeting the intimidation of election officers. It directly affects individuals who attempt to interfere with election duties or obstruct the voting process. Under the new provisions, trying to intimidate an official or prevent them from working would be classified as a fifth-degree felony, while other disruptive acts like damaging election supplies or loitering to hinder the vote would remain first-degree misdemeanors. The legislation aims to provide stricter consequences for those who use force, fraud, or improper means to obtain ballots or destroy election materials.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurance plans in the state to cover prostate cancer screenings for men who are at least forty years old and considered high-risk. Eligibility for this coverage is based on having a family history of prostate cancer or a personal diagnosis of a genetic alteration linked to increased risk. The law mandates that these screenings, which include tests like prostate-specific antigen checks and digital rectal examinations, be provided without any cost-sharing requirements such as copayments or deductibles. Additionally, the state insurance superintendent must create specific rules to define the types of tests covered and ensure screenings occur at least once every year.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires the director of commerce to create and distribute a poster detailing various benefits and services available to veterans in Ohio. The poster must include information on programs like mental health treatment, educational resources, tax exemptions, and the armed forces designation on driver's licenses. Employers are permitted to display this poster in a visible area where employees can easily access it, and the state will provide copies to businesses free of charge.
Maddy summaryHB 519 restores the Clean Ohio Fund and places its administration under the Department of Development and the newly re-established Clean Ohio Council. The bill defines key terms related to brownfield cleanup, such as "property," "cleanup or remediation," and "institutional property," to guide how the fund is used. It creates a nine-member council with representatives from counties, municipalities, businesses, environmental groups, and the public to oversee the fund's operations. This council will meet regularly to review eligible projects and manage the distribution of resources for cleaning up contaminated sites.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally commends the Ohio State University pistol team for winning the 2024 Intercollegiate Pistol Championships. It specifically recognizes the team's first-place finish, their coach Emil Milev, and the values of sportsmanship and dedication demonstrated during the competition. The measure directs the Clerk of the House to send an official copy of this tribute to the university team.
Maddy summaryThis bill honors Lyle Yost, a swimmer and diver from The Ohio State University, by formally recognizing his first-place finish at the 2024 NCAA Division I Championship meet. The resolution commends his athletic achievements, including his two-time NCAA championship status and All-American honors, while highlighting his dedication and sportsmanship. It directs the Clerk of the House to send an official copy of the resolution to Yost as a tribute to his performance and character.