Sen. Bill DeMora

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution honoring the memory of Larry A. Mumper, a former Ohio state senator and public official. The measure formally expresses the legislature's condolences to his family and acknowledges his contributions to education, community service, and public office. It directs the Senate Clerk to send an official copy of the resolution to Mumper's family as a tribute to his life and legacy.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 323 formally recognizes Joy Dunne, a member of the Team USA women's ice hockey squad, for winning a gold medal at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. The bill does not create new laws or change policies; instead, it serves as a ceremonial tribute that congratulates Dunne on her athletic achievement and transmits an official copy of the resolution to her. This measure directly affects Joy Dunne by acknowledging her performance and the values she represents, such as discipline and perseverance.

To enact sections 4908.01, 4908.02, 4908.021, 4908.022, 4908.023, 4908.03, 4908.031, 4908.032, 4908.033, 4908.034, 4908.04, 4908.041, 4908.042, 4908.05, 4908.051, 4908.052, 4908.053, and 4908.06 of the Revised Code to require the Public Utility Commission's approval of agreements to interconnect data centers to the electrical grid.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes Matt Oyster for his three years of dedicated service to the Ohio Senate. It commends his contributions to legislative efficiency, legal expertise, and positive workplace culture, and directs the Senate Clerk to send an official copy of the resolution to him. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his work as Senate staff.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the state from granting new sales tax exemptions for computer data center equipment, affecting companies that wish to build or expand data centers in the state. Under current law, developers could apply for exemptions from sales taxes on equipment used in data centers if they met specific criteria, including making significant capital investments and paying substantial employee wages. The bill closes this pathway by preventing any new agreements from being approved after its enactment, though it does not affect existing exemptions already granted. The legislation defines what constitutes a data center and equipment, requiring that any future exemptions must demonstrate a positive economic impact on the state and local communities.

To amend sections 187.01, 187.04, and 4313.02 and to enact sections 117.57, 127.20, and 187.15 of the Revised Code to modify the law governing JobsOhio and to name this act the JobsOhio Transparency Act.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution honoring Captain Curtis J. Angst, a University of Cincinnati graduate who died while serving in Operation Epic Fury. It expresses the Senate's sympathy to his family and friends, particularly his wife Mary, and recognizes his character and service to the country. The resolution serves as a formal tribute rather than creating new laws or policies. It directs the Senate Clerk to send an official copy of the resolution to Captain Angst's family.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution honoring Captain Seth R. Koval, a member of the Ohio Air National Guard who died in the line of duty. It formally expresses the Senate's condolences to his family and friends while recognizing his service as a KC-135 instructor pilot. The resolution directs the Senate Clerk to send an authenticated copy to Koval's family as a tribute to his life and sacrifice.

Maddy summarySB 369 prohibits force-feeding domestic poultry (like ducks, geese, and chickens) by banning manual or mechanical methods that force birds to consume more food than they would voluntarily. It directly affects poultry producers, processors, and businesses selling force-fed products such as foie gras, magret, or feathers derived from force-fed birds. The bill bans force-feeding, hiring others to do it, and selling force-fed products, with first offenses receiving written warnings and subsequent violations incurring up to $100 civil penalties per day. Enforcement falls to the agriculture director, who may issue penalties for violations of these specific prohibitions.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) honoring The Ohio State University's Brutus Buckeye mascot team for winning the 2026 Division IA championship at the Universal Cheerleading Association (UCA) and Universal Dance Association (UDA) National Championship. The resolution, adopted by the Ohio Senate on February 23, 2026, formally commends the team for their performance and contributions to school spirit. It has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative recognition and will be sent to the mascot team via the Senate Clerk. The resolution directly affects the mascot team members, coaches, and Ohio State University.