Rep. Kevin Ritter

Maddy summaryHR 118 is a commemorative resolution serving to honor the memory of Ronald Edward Hood.

To enact section 1349.07 of the Revised Code to require application stores to offer parental control options and to obtain parental consent before permitting individuals under 16 years of age to download certain applications.

To amend section 4301.13 of the Revised Code to allow retail liquor permit holders to offer a discount on dealcoholized wine under specified circumstances.

Maddy summaryHR 99 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Waterford High School girls basketball team for winning the 2025 Division VII State Championship. It formally recognizes the team's achievement through a symbolic legislative gesture. This resolution has no binding effect or policy changes; it solely serves to publicly acknowledge the team's athletic accomplishment. The bill directly affects the team and their community through this formal expression of recognition.

To amend sections 4111.06, 4111.14, 5122.28, 5123.022, 5123.023, 5123.87, 5747.98, and 5751.98 and to enact sections 3304.45, 4111.061, 5747.87, and 5751.56 of the Revised Code to phase out the subminimum wage for individuals with physical or mental disabilities, to authorize a tax credit for purchases made from nonprofit corporations that hire such individuals, and to name this act the Ohio Employment First and Greater Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities Act.

To enact sections 113.81, 113.82, 113.83, 113.84, 113.85, 113.86, 113.87, 113.88, 113.89, and 113.90 of the Revised Code to establish a transactional currency based on gold and silver held in a bullion depository approved by the treasurer of state.

To amend sections 928.01, 928.06, and 3719.01 and to enact sections 930.01, 930.02, 930.03, 930.04, 930.05, 930.06, 930.07, 930.08, 930.09, 930.10, 930.11, 930.12, 930.13, 930.14, 930.15, 930.16, 930.17, and 930.99 of the Revised Code to regulate the manufacture, distribution, and sale of inhalable and ingestible hemp products.

Maddy summaryHB 187 would require Ohio public school districts to schedule a daily moment of silence for prayer, reflection, or meditation on moral, philosophical, or patriotic themes, instead of allowing them to choose whether to do so. This applies to all K-12 school districts and specifies that participation must be voluntary, with no student required to join, including if it conflicts with their religious beliefs. The bill also prohibits school policies that promote religion or restrict students’ free expression of religious beliefs in schools. It repeals the current optional language in Ohio law to implement this mandatory daily practice.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Ross Allen Boggs, Jr., a former Ohio House member and community leader. The resolution expresses the Ohio House of Representatives' condolences to his family and pays tribute to his life, including his service as a legislator, teacher, coach, and township trustee. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or groups. The House formally adopted this memorial resolution on March 26, 2025.

Maddy summaryHR 75 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing March 29, 2025, as National Vietnam War Veterans Day. It formally honors veterans who served, died, or remain unaccounted for during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), commemorating the 52nd anniversary of the U.S. withdrawal. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, expressing the Ohio House's acknowledgment of veterans' service and sacrifice. It does not create new programs, alter laws, or affect any specific individuals or groups.