Rep. Monica Blasdel

Maddy summaryHB 345 amends Ohio's Revised Code section 2907.08 to increase penalties for voyeurism offenses. The bill directly affects individuals convicted of secretly recording or observing others in private settings without consent. Key provisions raise the severity of criminal penalties under existing voyeurism laws, though specific penalty levels (e.g., fines or prison terms) are not detailed in the abstract. This change modifies the legal consequences for perpetrators but does not alter the definition of voyeurism itself. The summary is based solely on the official abstract provided.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 255 proposes to create the Ohio Sports Commission. The bill enacts specific sections of the Revised Code to establish this new commission. The provided information does not detail the commission's functions, operations, or direct impact on specific groups.

Maddy summaryThe bill's abstract states it amends specific sections of the Revised Code related to excavation requirements but does not describe the actual modifications or their effects. Without details on what changes are proposed (such as permit processes, safety standards, or timelines), a substantive summary cannot be provided. The abstract only identifies the code sections affected (3781.25-3781.28), not the policy changes. To generate a complete summary, the full text or a descriptive abstract of the bill's provisions would be needed.

To amend sections 4723.01, 4723.43, 4723.432, 4729.01, 4731.27, 4731.35, and 4761.17; to enact new section 4723.433 and section 4731.513; and to repeal sections 4723.433, 4723.434, and 4723.435 of the Revised Code to revise the law governing the practice of certified registered nurse anesthetists.

To support and encourage the work of the American Legion Buckeye Boys State and the American Legion Auxiliary Buckeye Girls State in providing a premier educational and leadership program to the youth of Ohio.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Ohio, The Heart of It All Pass program under TourismOhio to promote the state's cultural, historical, and recreational attractions. The program will offer a pass available to all residents at a discounted rate and to visitors at a price set by TourismOhio, with revenue funding a dedicated state treasury account. Participating businesses and organizations can apply to become TourismOhio partners, offering discounts and special experiences to pass holders, while TourismOhio retains authority to monitor compliance and remove non-compliant partners. The bill also allows for free pass distribution to Ohio residents on the state's founding anniversary and authorizes TourismOhio to create rules for program implementation.

Maddy summaryHB 951 proposes to remove semitrailers from the definition of "motor vehicle" within the state's Motor Vehicle Sales Law. This change would mean that semitrailers are no longer subject to the specific regulations and licensing requirements currently applied to other motor vehicles under this law. The bill directly affects dealers and sellers who currently operate under these rules for semitrailers, as well as the legal framework governing their sales. By explicitly excluding semitrailers from the law's scope, the legislation aims to clarify their regulatory status without altering rules for other vehicle types.

Maddy summaryHR 443 is a resolution that formally recognizes Mark Lamoncha as the 2026 National Small Business Person of the Year. The bill directly affects Lamoncha by having the Ohio House of Representatives commend him for his business achievements and community contributions. It requires the Clerk of the House to send an official copy of the resolution to Lamoncha as a record of this recognition. This measure does not change any laws or policies but serves to honor an individual's existing accomplishments.

To enact section 3345.91 of the Revised Code to require state institutions of higher education that have an animal testing facility to publish an annual report.

Maddy summaryHB 249 amends three sections of Ohio's Revised Code (2907.09, 2907.39, and 4301.25) to enact the "Indecent Exposure Modernization Act." The bill's abstract does not specify the exact changes to these code sections or the concrete policy modifications. Therefore, a detailed summary of the bill's provisions, affected parties, or key mechanisms cannot be provided based on the available abstract. The abstract only confirms the bill's purpose is to enact this specific modernization act through these code amendments.