Sen. Theresa Gavarone

Maddy summarySB 146 would codify the legal standards for "piercing the corporate veil" into Ohio law by creating a new statute (section 2307.36) in the Revised Code. This bill specifies the exact conditions under which a court can disregard a corporation's separate legal identity and hold its owners personally liable for the company's debts or actions. It directly affects businesses, creditors, and courts by replacing the current common law approach - which relied on individual court decisions - with a clear, written standard. The bill provides consistent guidelines for when the corporate structure can be disregarded in legal disputes, without changing the underlying legal outcome.

To amend section 5503.02 of the Revised Code to expand the jurisdiction of the State Highway Patrol, including providing security for the Lieutenant Governor and for gubernatorial candidates, to make an appropriation, and to declare an emergency.

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.

To amend sections 109.04, 1901.021, 1901.14, 1901.22, 1907.20, 2111.011, 2307.23, 2317.02, 2317.021, 2317.41, 2317.422, 2939.03, 2939.06, 2941.61, 2943.02, 2945.51, 2945.52, 2945.53, and 2945.54 and to repeal sections 1901.16, 1901.41, 1907.21, 1907.231, 2101.12, 2101.121, 2101.14, 2101.141, 2301.141, 2317.03, 2317.40, 2317.42, 2939.02, 2939.11, 2939.19, 2939.20, 2941.021, 2943.03, 2943.04, 2945.12, 2945.30, 2945.31, 2945.33, 2945.34, 2945.41, 2945.45, and 2945.50 of the Revised Code relative to courts and court procedures.

To amend section 4731.33 and to enact section 4731.331 of the Revised Code regarding the application of light-based medical devices for the purpose of hair removal.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 194) adopted by the Ohio Senate on September 30, 2025, to honor Mary Rose Oakar, a former U.S. Representative from Ohio's 14th District and Ohio State Representative. The resolution recognizes her historic role as the first Democratic woman from Ohio, Arab-American woman, Syrian-American, and Lebanese-American elected to Congress, highlighting her work on women's issues, Social Security, elder care, and downtown Cleveland revitalization. It also notes her service on the Cleveland City Council, Ohio House of Representatives, State Board of Education, and her leadership in the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee. The resolution serves as a formal tribute to her legacy and is transmitted to her family.

To amend sections 109.95 and 3501.05 and to enact section 3501.055 of the Revised Code to establish the Election Integrity Unit in the Office of the Secretary of State and to modify the law governing the prosecution of Election Law violations.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 190) is a ceremonial expression of honor for Jim Charters upon his receipt of the 2025 Ivonette Wright Miller Award. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to formally recognize Charters' achievement through a non-binding resolution. The bill directly affects no individuals or entities beyond commemorating Charters' award. It has no legislative effect or practical implementation beyond the symbolic gesture of the resolution.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SB 14) is a ceremonial designation. It would officially name September 28 as "Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Day" in Ohio. The bill directly affects the state calendar by commemorating former Ohio House Speaker Jo Ann Davidson on that specific date. It contains no policy changes or funding provisions; it solely serves to honor her service.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally honors Hotel Lakeside for its 150th anniversary, recognizing its historical significance to the community through a symbolic legislative gesture. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or impact any legal obligations. The bill directly acknowledges the hotel's legacy without imposing any requirements or changes on its operations. As a ceremonial resolution, it serves solely as a commemorative expression of appreciation.