Sen. Shane Wilkin

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 27) formally honors Maggie Purdy for her service to the Ohio Senate. It recognizes her roles as a legislative aide, deputy press secretary for the Senate Majority Caucus, and her contributions to legislative efficiency during her tenure. The resolution commends her dedication and will be sent to her as a formal acknowledgment of her work. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 23), not a substantive bill. It formally honors Urban Meyer for his 2025 induction into the College Football Hall of Fame. The Ohio Senate resolution expresses admiration for Meyer's coaching career and achievements, including three national championships, and commends him as "one of Ohio’s finest citizens." It has no legal effect or policy impact - it is purely a symbolic gesture with no provisions or mechanisms.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 26 honors Kathleen A. Luikart for her 40+ years of service with the Ohio Legislative Service Commission (LSC), recognizing her roles as a fiscal analyst, mentor to staff, and contributor to legislative training programs. The resolution, adopted by the Ohio Senate on February 4, 2025, formally expresses appreciation for her dedication and extends best wishes for her retirement. It does not create new laws or affect policy; it is a ceremonial tribute without legal or financial impact. The resolution directly acknowledges Luikart's contributions to the LSC and the Ohio General Assembly.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the Ohio State University football team as the 2025 College Football Playoff National Champion. It directly affects the team and Ohio State University by formally recognizing their achievement through a symbolic Senate resolution. The bill contains no policy changes or financial provisions - it simply expresses the Senate's admiration for the team's accomplishments. As a procedural resolution, it has no legal effect beyond ceremonial recognition.

Maddy summarySB 41 designates January 22 as the "Day of Tears" to commemorate the anniversary of a Supreme Court ruling regarding abortion, as described in the bill. The measure encourages Ohio residents to lower state flags to half-staff on this day to observe the occasion. This is a commemorative resolution with no new legal requirements or direct policy changes.

To amend section 2307.70 and to enact section 309.081 of the Revised Code regarding civil actions by persons who suffer injury or loss due to vandalism or riot activity.

To amend sections 107.036, 5739.02, 5747.98, and 5751.98 and to enact sections 122.1712, 5747.053, and 5751.56 of the Revised Code to exempt from the sales and use tax the sale of certain firearms and ammunition and to authorize refundable tax credits for small arms and ammunition manufacturing projects.

Maddy summarySB 3 would replace Ohio's current progressive income tax system with a flat 2.75% rate over two years. It directly affects all Ohio residents and businesses earning income in the state, including individuals, trusts, and estates. The bill eliminates the current tax brackets (which tax higher incomes at increasingly higher rates) and sets a single tax rate of 2.75% on taxable income. This change aims to simplify the tax code and provide uniform tax relief for all income levels, though the bill does not alter the current tax base or exemptions.

Maddy summarySB 30 requires in-person retail merchants to accept cash payments when offered, without banning cash or mandating credit use. It applies to physical stores and services but excludes online, phone, or mail transactions. Key exemptions include airports (with at least two cash-accepting food vendors), municipal parking facilities, mobile-only payment parking, car rentals accepting certified checks, large venues (10,000+ seats), and prepaid card systems meeting specific fee-free conditions. Violations are treated as unfair business practices, allowing customers to seek legal remedies.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (SR 12) honoring Andrew Steven Lansing, a former Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction officer and U.S. Army veteran, following his death. It expresses the Ohio Senate's condolences to his family and recognizes his 24-year career, military service, and community involvement. The resolution formally adopts the tribute and directs the Senate Clerk to send a signed copy to his family. As a memorial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy impact - it serves solely as a ceremonial expression of respect.