Sen. Bill Reineke

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 summaryThis resolution (SR 16) authorizes mileage reimbursement for Jane M. Timken. It is a procedural resolution, not a substantive bill, directly affecting only Jane M. Timken for official travel expenses. The resolution was adopted on January 29, 2025, without additional policy details or broader implications provided in the record.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 15) formally elects Jane M. Timken to fill a vacant seat in Ohio's Senate for the 29th District. Adopted by Republican Senate members on January 29, 2025, it follows Ohio's constitutional process for filling vacancies by election among senators of the same party. The resolution certifies Timken's appointment as a qualified Republican senator to serve the remainder of the term left vacant by Kirk Schuring's departure. This is a procedural action to complete the Senate membership, not a policy change.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SR 20) authorizes the Ohio YMCA Youth and Government program to use the Ohio Senate Chamber and committee rooms for its High School State Assemblies on specific dates in 2025 (January 30-31 and March 20-21). It directly affects high school students participating in the program, providing them hands-on experience in state legislative facilities. The resolution permits this use contingent on facility availability, aiming to help students understand government operations and legislation processes through real-world exposure. The bill does not create new policy but facilitates educational access to state government spaces.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 18) permits the Western Ohio National Speech and Debate Association to use the Ohio Senate Chamber and hearing rooms for a single event: their Congressional Debate Tournament on March 15, 2025. It authorizes the temporary use of these state legislative facilities for an educational activity simulating legislative debate. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely grants permission for a specific, one-time event. The Ohio Senate Chamber and hearing rooms are being made available for this civic education purpose, contingent on facility availability.

Maddy summarySR 17 adopts the procedural rules for the Ohio Senate during the 136th General Assembly. These rules establish standard operating procedures for scheduling sessions, maintaining quorum through roll calls, managing committee assignments, and conducting legislative business. The rules directly affect all senators, Senate staff, and committee members by defining how sessions are structured and votes are conducted. They do not create new policy but formalize the Senate's internal workflow for the upcoming legislative term.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SR 19) 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 10-12, 2025. It directly affects the participating students and the association by granting them access to state legislative facilities for an educational program. The key provision allows the use of these specific rooms if available, supporting students' hands-on learning about government operations. The resolution does not create new laws but facilitates a civic education event.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 11) honoring the Cardington Volunteer Fire Department for its 150th anniversary. It formally recognizes the department's century-and-a-half service to the community through symbolic praise, highlighting its commitment to safety and dedication. The resolution, adopted by the Ohio Senate on January 28, 2025, does not create any new laws or funding but serves as a public tribute to the department and its members.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 8) is a ceremonial honor from the Ohio Senate recognizing the Tiffin-Seneca Izaak Walton League of America Chapter 37-107 for its 100th anniversary. It commends the chapter's work in environmental conservation, community engagement, and offering nature programs for people with disabilities, veterans, and youth. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation and extends best wishes for the chapter's continued efforts. It directly affects the chapter and its members by formally acknowledging their century-long contributions to Ohio's environmental stewardship.