Sen. Willis Blackshear

To make an appropriation to continue to fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families programs, and Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children contingent upon a lapse in federal funding.

To amend section 5503.02 of the Revised Code to expand the jurisdiction of the State Highway Patrol, including providing security for the Lieutenant Governor and for gubernatorial candidates, to make an appropriation, and to declare an emergency.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 214 honors George W. Boas II for his service to the Ohio General Assembly. This ceremonial resolution expresses the Senate's appreciation for his contributions but does not create new laws or affect any policies. It is a non-binding gesture of recognition with no legal or financial implications. The resolution directly acknowledges an individual's work within the legislative body.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 215), not a substantive bill. It formally honors Wendy Zhan for her 30 years of service to the Ohio Legislative Service Commission, a nonpartisan research and drafting agency that supports state lawmakers. The resolution expresses the legislature's appreciation for her contributions but does not create any new laws or policy changes. It directly affects Wendy Zhan by recognizing her service, with no impact on the public or other legislative processes.

To enact sections 3779.01, 3779.02, 3779.03, and 3779.99 of the Revised Code to establish specified requirements governing the sale and testing of intoxicating hemp products.

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.

To enact section 4113.13 of the Revised Code regarding the creation and display of a poster containing information on benefits and services for veterans.

Maddy summarySB 85 would create a new specialty license plate design featuring the Ohio NAACP. Ohio drivers who choose this plate would pay an additional fee, with the revenue supporting the Ohio NAACP's work. The bill amends state code to add this plate option to the list of available specialty plates. This directly affects Ohio residents who purchase license plates and the Ohio NAACP organization.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 190) is a ceremonial expression of honor for Jim Charters upon his receipt of the 2025 Ivonette Wright Miller Award. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to formally recognize Charters' achievement through a non-binding resolution. The bill directly affects no individuals or entities beyond commemorating Charters' award. It has no legislative effect or practical implementation beyond the symbolic gesture of the resolution.

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.