Sen. Bill Reineke

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 summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 285) adopted by the Ohio Senate to honor Crown Battery Manufacturing on its 100th anniversary. The resolution commends the company for its century of service, industry standards, community contributions, and economic impact. It includes no new laws, taxes, or policy changes; it simply expresses Senate appreciation and directs the Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to the company.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 281) authorizes the Ohio-West Virginia Youth Leadership Association to use the Ohio Senate Chamber and committee rooms for its Ohio Youth in Government Program on April 9-11, 2026. It directly affects student participants in the program, who will gain hands-on experience in state government operations. The resolution permits facility use contingent on availability, supporting the organization's educational mission to help students understand legislative processes. This is a procedural authorization with no new policy or legal requirements.

Maddy summarySR 280 is a simple resolution granting the Ohio Speech and Debate Association permission to use the Ohio Senate Chamber on March 21, 2026, for their Western Ohio District Qualifying Tournament. It directly affects the association and its student participants by providing access to the actual legislative chamber for their competition. The resolution does not change laws or allocate funds; it merely authorizes facility use to support student civic education. This procedural resolution was adopted by the Ohio Senate on February 18, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 276), not a policy bill. It honors the Cardington FFA chapter meetings team for winning the 2025 National FFA Championship, specifically recognizing their advisor and team members. The resolution formally congratulates the team and extends best wishes for future success. As a symbolic tribute, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws, regulations, or affected groups.

Maddy summaryThis resolution permits Ohio YMCA Youth and Government to use the Ohio Senate Chamber and committee rooms on February 12-13, 2026, for its State Assembly event. It provides students with hands-on experience in a real legislative setting to learn about government processes. The resolution does not create new laws or policies - it only authorizes temporary facility access for educational purposes. (Adopted February 11, 2026)

To amend section 121.22 and to enact sections 113.052, 122.952, 122.953, and 122.954 of the Revised Code to establish the Ohio Defense and Space Commission.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 272, adopted by the Ohio Senate on February 10, 2026, formally honors the New California Presbyterian Church in Marysville, Ohio, on its 200th anniversary. The resolution recognizes the church's two-century history of community service, spiritual guidance, and dedication to faith within Union County. It directs the Senate Clerk to send a certified copy of the resolution to the church as a ceremonial acknowledgment of its enduring impact. This is a non-binding resolution expressing legislative appreciation, not a policy change affecting any laws or regulations.

Maddy summarySR 274 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Fremont Rotary Club for its 100th anniversary. It formally honors the club's century of community service, volunteerism, and civic engagement in Fremont, Ohio. The resolution, adopted by the Ohio Senate, extends congratulations and best wishes to the club and its members. It has no policy impact or cost; it simply recognizes the club's contributions through a formal Senate resolution.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 273) is a ceremonial honor recognizing the Rotary Club of Tiffin for completing 100 years of service. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, funding, or regulations. The Ohio Senate formally commends the club's century of community work - including hospital donations, scholarships, and international aid - and sends a certified copy of the resolution to the club. As a commemorative resolution, it has no direct impact on citizens, government programs, or legislative action.