Sen. Michele Reynolds

To amend sections 2925.11, 2929.15, 2929.20, 2929.25, 2951.02, and 2951.07 of the Revised Code to change the maximum periods of community control sanctions authorized for felonies and misdemeanors and to modify the confinement sanctions authorized for a technical violation of community control sanction conditions.

Maddy summarySB 255 would create a new program under Ohio law to provide state grants to eligible residents. The grants would directly assist qualifying households with payments for mortgage principal, property taxes, and utility bills. The bill establishes a specific funding mechanism (section 175.50 of the Revised Code) to distribute these financial supports. It focuses on concrete financial relief for low-to-moderate income homeowners facing housing cost burdens.

To amend sections 3501.01, 3503.09, 3503.10, 3503.11, 3503.14, 3503.15, 3503.153, 3503.16, 3503.19, 3503.20, 3503.23, 3503.28, 3505.181, 3509.02, 3509.03, 3509.04, 3509.08, 3513.041, 3513.05, 3513.07, 3513.18, 3513.19, 3513.191, 3513.257, 3517.012, 3517.013, and 3599.12; to enact section 3503.071; and to repeal section 3513.20 of the Revised Code to permit an elector to change party affiliation through the voter registration process and to name this act the Voter Registration Modernization Act.

To amend sections 319.202, 319.302, 323.155, 323.158, 4503.0610, and 5323.02 and to enact sections 323.21 and 323.22 of the Revised Code to allow eligible homeowners to defer the payment of a portion of their property taxes.

Maddy summarySB 267 designates the week including March 22nd as "Ohio Doula Awareness Week" in the Revised Code. This bill creates a ceremonial observance to highlight the role of doulas in maternal care within Ohio. It does not create new laws, funding, or direct obligations; it simply establishes a designated week for awareness. The bill directly affects Ohio residents by formally recognizing doulas' contributions to pregnancy and birth support through this annual observance.

To amend section 5747.01 of the Revised Code to allow a personal income tax deduction for certain donations to churches and to name this act the Tithing Protection Act.

Maddy summarySB 100 would create a new exemption in Ohio's Revised Code (section 3901.96) for nonprofit agricultural membership organizations, excluding them from certain insurance regulations. This bill directly affects nonprofit groups that represent farmers or agricultural interests, such as cooperatives or industry associations. The key provision removes these specific organizations from requirements like licensing or consumer protection rules that typically apply to insurance providers. This change is purely procedural, altering regulatory scope without creating new benefits or costs for the state.

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.

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 summarySenate Resolution 171 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Ohio Senate to honor Jack Cera, a former Ohio House of Representatives member (serving from 2011 until his death) and Belmont County community leader. It expresses condolences to his family, recognizes his service in the legislature and roles like workforce development director for Belmont County, and commemorates his volunteer work with local organizations. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal tribute to his legacy of public service. It was adopted by the Senate on July 17, 2025.