Rep. Jon Cross

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Jodi Whitted for her distinguished service as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives. It designates her as an esteemed representative and directs the House Clerk to send an official copy of this resolution to her. The measure serves as a commemorative gesture to honor her legislative career and contributions to the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Richard D. Brown for his exemplary service as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives. It honors his long tenure, legal background, and leadership on various committees such as Veterans Affairs and Criminal Justice. The resolution commends his dedication to his constituents and directs the House Clerk to send an official copy of the document to him.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally honors Casey Weinstein, a former member of the Ohio House of Representatives, for his service to the state and his constituents in Summit County. The resolution recognizes his background as a United States Air Force Academy graduate and his work on various committees, including those focused on veterans' affairs and technology. It expresses the legislative body's appreciation for his dedication and directs the House Clerk to send an official copy of the commendation to him.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Jena Powell for her service as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives. It directs the Clerk of the House to send an official copy of the resolution to her as a gesture of appreciation. The measure does not change any laws or policies but serves as a commemorative acknowledgment of her legislative work and leadership in Miami and Darke Counties.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Elliot Forhan for his distinguished service as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives. It designates him as an esteemed representative and directs the House Clerk to send an official copy of the resolution to him. The measure serves as a commemorative gesture honoring his legislative work and community leadership rather than enacting new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Mike Loychik for his distinguished service as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives. It honors his background as a U.S. Air Force veteran, business owner, and community leader who served constituents in Trumbull, Ashtabula, and Knox counties. The resolution commends his work on various committees and his leadership roles, including co-chairing the Sportsmen's Caucus for Ohio. Finally, it directs the House Clerk to send an official copy of this commendation to Loychik.

Maddy summaryHB 70 requires all public and private schools to create policies governing the administration of both prescription and over-the-counter drugs to students. For prescription medications, the bill mandates that schools establish clear rules on which staff members are authorized to administer drugs and sets strict requirements for parental consent, detailed medical instructions from prescribers, and secure storage in locked areas. The legislation also provides legal protection for school employees who follow these approved policies, shielding them from civil liability unless they act with gross negligence. Additionally, the bill gives schools the flexibility to decide whether their staff can administer over-the-counter medications and whether they require parental permission to do so.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific stretch of State Route 273 in Hardin County as the "Major David McGue Memorial Highway." The legislation applies directly to the westbound and eastbound lanes of this road between State Route 31 and Township Road 197. It authorizes the state director of transportation to place markers along the highway to display its new name. This change is primarily commemorative and does not alter traffic laws, funding, or road maintenance responsibilities.

Maddy summaryHB 397 requires the Department of Health to partner with the Department of Aging and community groups to expand public education on cognitive impairment, Alzheimer's disease, and dementia. These educational efforts aim to inform healthcare providers and the general public about early warning signs, risk reduction strategies, the importance of timely diagnosis, and available assessment tools. The bill specifically highlights the need to address disparities among diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups and emphasizes the role of annual physicals for those aged sixty-five and older in maintaining cognitive health. By integrating this awareness into existing public health outreach, the legislation seeks to improve early detection and promote healthier lifestyles for all communities.

Maddy summaryHB 79 allows electric distribution utilities to create and submit plans for energy efficiency and demand reduction programs to the Public Utilities Commission. To get approval, utilities must provide detailed information about their proposed programs, including costs, expected energy savings, and how they will be funded without double-charging customers. The bill also defines specific terms like "behavioral energy savings" and requires utilities to include plans for improving smart grid technology and managing peak demand. Once approved, these portfolios enable utilities to help residential and business customers save energy while ensuring the programs remain cost-effective and fair.