Maddy summaryThis bill ratifies the Midwest Interstate Passenger Rail Compact, a formal agreement designed to coordinate passenger rail development across multiple Midwestern states. It establishes a new Commission composed of state governors, private sector representatives, and legislators to advocate for funding, create long-term high-speed rail plans, and foster partnerships between governments and the rail industry. The Commission will be funded through equal contributions from member states and has the authority to conduct research, hire staff, and oversee specific rail projects upon request. By enacting this compact into state law, Ohio joins other Midwestern states in a unified effort to improve intercity passenger rail service and integrate it into national transportation strategies.
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To amend sections 2305.06 and 2305.07 of the Revised Code to reduce the statute of limitations for bringing an action upon a written or oral contract.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Matthew Schuler, the executive director of the Ohio Casino Commission, upon his retirement. The bill formally congratulates him for his fifteen-year tenure and acknowledges his long history of public service, which includes roles in the Ohio Senate and the private sector. It directs the Senate Clerk to send an official copy of the resolution to Schuler as a gesture of appreciation for his leadership and dedication.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution honoring Jeffry Armbruster, a former mayor of North Ridgeville and community leader who passed away. It formally expresses the condolences of the Ohio Senate to his family and acknowledges his significant contributions to local and state service. The resolution also directs the Senate Clerk to send an official copy of the document to Armbruster's family as a gesture of respect.
To amend section 9.63 of the Revised Code to withhold all state funding from municipal corporations that do not cooperate with federal homeland security activities and remove the Director of Public Safety's role in determining what constitutes noncooperation.
To amend sections 1.64, 124.32, 124.41, 124.42, 124.50, 173.525, 503.45, 503.47, 505.38, 709.012, 737.15, 737.16, 737.22, 742.38, 911.11, 1337.11, 1349.05, 1561.26, 1751.01, 1785.01, 2108.61, 2133.01, 2133.211, 2135.01, 2151.3515, 2151.53, 2305.113, 2305.234, 2305.2311, 2305.41, 2305.51, 2711.22, 2743.62, 2907.01, 2907.13, 2907.29, 2909.04, 2921.22, 2925.01, 3107.12, 3111.91, 3301.531, 3313.5310, 3313.7112, 3313.7117, 3319.13, 3327.10, 3331.02, 3331.07, 3701.046, 3701.23, 3701.25, 3701.36, 3701.59, 3701.615, 3701.74, 3701.90, 3701.92, 3701.928, 3701.941, 3709.161, 3715.50, 3715.501, 3715.502, 3715.503, 3715.872, 3719.06, 3719.064, 3719.12, 3719.121, 3719.81, 3721.21, 3727.06, 3728.01, 3792.05, 3795.01, 3919.29, 3963.01, 4503.44, 4507.20, 4715.30, 4723.01, 4723.18, 4723.181, 4723.72, 4723.73, 4729.01, 4729.39, 4730.02, 4730.03, 4730.04, 4730.05, 4730.06, 4730.07, 4730.08, 4730.10, 4730.101, 4730.11, 4730.111, 4730.12, 4730.13, 4730.14, 4730.141, 4730.15, 4730.19, 4730.20, 4730.201, 4730.202, 4730.203, 4730.204, 4730.21, 4730.22, 4730.25, 4730.251, 4730.252, 4730.26, 4730.27, 4730.28, 4730.31, 4730.32, 4730.33, 4730.34, 4730.38, 4730.39, 4730.41, 4730.411, 4730.42, 4730.43, 4730.432, 4730.433, 4730.437, 4730.44, 4730.49, 4730.53, 4730.55, 4730.56, 4730.57, 4730.60, 4731.053, 4731.054, 4731.22, 4731.2210, 4731.25, 4731.297, 4731.33, 4731.37, 4743.09, 4755.48, 4755.623, 4761.01, 4761.11, 4761.17, 4765.01, 4765.35, 4765.36, 4765.37, 4765.38, 4765.39, 4765.49, 4765.51, 4769.01, 4933.122, 5103.0327, 5104.0110, 5104.037, 5119.185, 5119.363, 5123.47, 5164.072, 5164.301, 5164.95, 5180.45, and 5503.08 and to enact section 4730.011 of the Revised Code to change the professional title used by physician assistants to "physician associate."
Maddy summaryThis bill amends state laws to clarify the definitions and operational framework for "new community authorities," which are entities designed to develop large-scale, mixed-use areas that include residential, commercial, and recreational facilities. It establishes specific criteria for who qualifies as a "developer," allowing private owners, municipalities, or other groups that control land through long-term leases to lead these projects. The legislation also outlines how these authorities will be governed by boards of trustees and defines their responsibilities for managing land acquisition, infrastructure construction, and community facilities like parks and schools. By providing a structured legal definition for these complex developments, the bill aims to streamline the planning and execution of new communities while ensuring oversight by local county or municipal officials.
Maddy summarySB 431 establishes the Rental Home Marketplace Guarantees Act to regulate online platforms that connect renters with property owners in the state. The bill requires these platforms, along with their affiliates, to secure reimbursement insurance policies that cover their financial obligations to users if they fail to honor their guarantee contracts. This insurance ensures that if a platform defaults on a promise to reimburse a renter for damages, an authorized insurance company will step in to pay the owed amount. The legislation also mandates that these guarantees clearly state they are not insurance contracts and outlines specific rules for how the insurance policies can be terminated. Ultimately, the law aims to protect consumers by ensuring there is a reliable financial backstop for rental disputes handled through digital marketplaces.
Maddy summarySR 271 is a symbolic resolution (not a law) passed by the Ohio Senate to support the national "United States of Kindness" initiative. It encourages Ohio Senate members to perform one daily act of kindness starting April 2026, aligning with a broader effort to honor the U.S. 250th anniversary through 250 collective kindness acts. The resolution cites Ohio's historical role in fostering community kindness (e.g., Underground Railroad, United Way) and references the Kindland program's documented benefits in schools, such as improved student well-being and reduced violence. It does not create new policies or obligations but serves as a ceremonial endorsement of the national initiative.
Maddy summarySB 254 changes Ohio's official designation of "Deaf History Month" from its current month to April. This is a procedural update to Section 5.2281 of the Revised Code, adjusting the calendar designation without altering any associated policies or programs. The bill directly affects the state's official recognition of the month, aligning it with April for commemorative events. No new provisions or funding are included; it solely modifies the existing statutory reference.