Rep. Ty Mathews

Co-sponsor HB 26

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Enact Protecting Ohio Communities Act

To amend sections 9.63, 4501.06, 5747.50, 5747.502, 5747.51, and 5747.53 and to enact sections 9.631, 9.632, 9.633, and 5747.504 of the Revised Code to require state and local authorities to cooperate with the federal government in the enforcement of immigration laws, to prescribe funding reductions for noncompliance, to name this act the Protecting Ohio Communities Act, and to declare an emergency.

Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill prescribes funding reductions for state and local authorities that do not comply with federal immigration enforcement, directly impacting government spending and fiscal management.85% confidence Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeMandates state/local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement, expanding their duties and the scope of criminal justice involvement, aligning with 'expands criminalization'.90% confidence HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill prescribes funding reductions for state and local authorities that do not cooperate with immigration laws, which could impact entities providing Health and Human Services.65% confidence ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationThe bill mandates state and local authorities cooperate with federal immigration enforcement and imposes funding reductions for noncompliance, which restricts and increases enforcement related to immigration.95% confidence

In committee Feb 5, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 36

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Add nitrogen hypoxia as a method of execution

To amend sections 2921.24, 2949.22, 2949.221, and 2949.25 of the Revised Code to add nitrogen hypoxia as a method of execution and to prohibit the disclosure of execution identifying information.

Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands punitive measures by adding a new method of execution and restricts transparency by prohibiting disclosure of execution identifying information, which does not align with criminal justice reform or protection of rights.85% confidence

In committee Feb 5, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 12

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Enact the Jeff, Dave, and Angie Patient Right to Try Act

To enact section 3792.08 of the Revised Code regarding prescribing, dispensing, and administering drugs and to name this act the Jeff, Dave, and Angie Patient Right to Try Act.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill establishes a 'Patient Right to Try,' which expands patient access to drugs and protects their right to seek experimental treatments, thus advancing healthcare.95% confidence

In committee Jan 28, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 11

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Regards legislative rule approval and fiscal analyses of rules

To amend sections 106.02, 106.023, 106.024, 111.15, 119.03, and 119.04 and to enact sections 106.025, 106.026, 106.033, 106.10, 121.96, and 126.04 of the Revised Code to require legislative approval of administrative rules and other regulatory actions under specified conditions, to allow a JCARR chairperson to request a third-party fiscal analysis of a rule, and to require state agencies to publicly post policy documents.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill allows for third-party fiscal analyses of rules and requires legislative approval, which strengthens oversight and promotes fiscal responsibility in government spending and management.85% confidence

In committee Jan 28, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 18

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Enact the Ohio Strategic Cryptocurrency Reserve Act

To amend sections 145.11, 742.11, 3307.15, 3309.15, 3770.06, and 5505.06 and to enact section 135.146 of the Revised Code to address investments in exchange-traded products by the state retirement systems, to permit the Treasurer of State to invest certain interim funds in digital assets, and to name this act the Ohio Strategic Cryptocurrency Reserve Act.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 18 directly impacts state fiscal management by addressing investments for state retirement systems and permitting the Treasurer of State to invest interim funds in digital assets.90% confidence TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill permits the Treasurer of State to invest in digital assets and cryptocurrency, directly advancing the use and integration of these technologies within the state's financial system.95% confidence

In committee Jan 28, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HR 11

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Urge Ohio expansion of manufacturing of domestic drones

To urge the State of Ohio to expand the manufacturing of domestic drones to ensure competitiveness and national security against the increased presence of Chinese-manufactured drones.

Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill urges expansion of manufacturing, which would likely create jobs and boost employment opportunities in Ohio, thus supporting the Labor & Employment topic.75% confidence TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill urges the expansion of manufacturing for domestic drones, which directly advances and strengthens a specific technology sector.90% confidence TransportationSupports TransportationBill urges expanding manufacturing of domestic drones (vehicles), strengthening the vehicle sector which is a core component of transportation infrastructure and logistics.75% confidence

In committee Jan 28, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 1

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Enact Ohio Property Protection Act

To amend sections 319.202, 5301.256, and 5323.02 of the Revised Code to modify the law that prohibits certain governments, businesses, and individuals from acquiring certain real property and to name this act the Ohio Property Protection Act.

HousingSupports HousingBill titled 'Ohio Property Protection Act' modifies laws on real property acquisition, directly addressing property rights, a core aspect of housing policy.88% confidence

In committee Jan 28, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track