Sen. Terry Johnson

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 246), not a law with policy changes. It honors the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (OU HCOM) for its 50th anniversary. The resolution recognizes OU HCOM's role as Ohio's only osteopathic medical school, its expansion to multiple campuses, its graduation of over 5,000 physicians (60% remaining in Ohio to practice), and its status as the state's largest producer of primary care physicians. The Senate formally commends the college and transmits a copy of the resolution to the institution.

To amend sections 2151.022, 2152.02, 2152.16, 2923.21, 2923.211, and 2930.01 of the Revised Code to allow a person who is between eighteen and twenty-one years old to receive or purchase a handgun from a federally licensed firearms dealer.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 239) honoring Jim Kelly for his service to the Legislative Service Commission. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to recognize Mr. Kelly's contributions. The resolution formally expresses appreciation for his work with the Commission, which supports legislative operations. No concrete policy changes or direct impacts on constituents are involved.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 226) honoring Zelda “Zettie” Zoe Keeran. It serves solely to memorialize her life and legacy without creating any new laws or affecting policies or individuals. The resolution has no legislative effect beyond recognition.

To enact section 3727.62 of the Revised Code regarding the use of noncompete provisions in certain health care professional employment contracts with nonprofit hospitals.

To amend sections 3313.60, 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3313.6034 of the Revised Code to require public schools to include fetal development instruction in any instruction that addresses human growth, development, or sexuality.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 215), not a substantive bill. It formally honors Wendy Zhan for her 30 years of service to the Ohio Legislative Service Commission, a nonpartisan research and drafting agency that supports state lawmakers. The resolution expresses the legislature's appreciation for her contributions but does not create any new laws or policy changes. It directly affects Wendy Zhan by recognizing her service, with no impact on the public or other legislative processes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 208) formally recognizes the Notre Dame High School softball team as the 2025 Division VII State Champion. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the team's athletic achievement. The resolution directly honors the student athletes and their school for winning the state championship in the specified division. It has no binding effect or impact beyond symbolic recognition.

Urging Ohio electric utility stakeholders, the Governor, and the Congress of the United States to invest resources into the security, reliability, and resiliency of the state and national interconnected electric grids against natural and man-made threats.

To amend sections 2923.121 and 2923.1214 and to enact section 2923.1215 of the Revised Code to prohibit a business, state agency, or political subdivision from discouraging or prohibiting a law enforcement officer from carrying a weapon while off duty.