Rep. Tracy Richardson

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution, not a policy bill. HR 139 proposes to honor "Pope Leo XIV," described as the first pope from the United States, by highlighting his life and accomplishments. It contains no funding, regulatory changes, or direct impact on constituents. As a procedural resolution, it would be recorded in congressional records but does not create any new laws or affect government operations.

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 122.58, 169.01, 169.02, 169.03, 169.05, 169.06, 169.07, 169.08, 169.09, 169.12, 169.16, 169.99, and 5703.21; to enact sections 169.091, 169.18, 169.19, and 169.20; and to repeal section 169.10 of the Revised Code to make changes to the Unclaimed Funds Law.

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.

To enact section 5534.448 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of United States Route 6 in Lorain County as the "Police Officer Phillip Wagner Memorial Highway."

Maddy summaryHB 419 creates a new specialty license plate in Ohio titled "Save22." This bill amends specific sections of the Revised Code to establish the plate's design and administrative process. Ohio residents who purchase this plate will contribute a portion of the fee to support the cause or organization associated with "Save22." The legislation directly affects vehicle owners choosing this specialty plate option, with no additional policy changes beyond plate creation.

To amend sections 323.131 and 4503.06 and to enact section 5705.171 of the Revised Code to require tax rates to be expressed as a percentage of true value on tax bills and ballot language.

To amend sections 2903.41, 2905.01, 2905.02, 2905.32, and 2971.03 of the Revised Code to enact the Human Trafficking Prevention Act to increase the penalty for human trafficking of a minor or person with a developmental disability, kidnapping, and abduction.

Maddy summaryHB 204 designates March 9th as "6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion Day" in Ohio. The bill adds this commemorative date to the state's official calendar under section 5.212 of the Revised Code. It directly honors the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, an all-African American women's unit that served in WWII. This is a ceremonial resolution with no substantive policy changes or financial impact.