Sen. Willis Blackshear

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.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SR 172) is a ceremonial Senate resolution honoring James C. Lilly for his service to the State of Ohio. It does not create new laws or affect policies; it is a formal expression of appreciation for an individual's contributions. The resolution directly recognizes Mr. Lilly's specific service to Ohio without imposing any obligations or altering existing statutes. As a procedural resolution, it has no practical policy impact beyond the symbolic gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 166) honoring Randy Queen for his service to the State of Ohio. It formally recognizes his contributions through a symbolic gesture by the Ohio Senate. The resolution has no binding policy impact or direct effect on legislation, constituents, or state programs. It serves solely as a statement of appreciation, consistent with standard recognition resolutions for public service.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 163) honoring Mt. Enon Missionary Baptist Church for celebrating its 100th anniversary (centennial). The resolution formally recognizes the church's historical significance and community contributions through a symbolic legislative gesture. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or affect any policies or individuals. This is purely a non-binding expression of appreciation.

Maddy summarySR 156 is a ceremonial Senate Resolution honoring Addie Kash for winning the 2025 OHSAA Division II State Championship in the girls pole vault. It formally recognizes her athletic achievement through a symbolic legislative expression of praise. This resolution does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any government programs or individuals beyond the named honoree. It is a standard, non-binding gesture of appreciation typical for student athletes' accomplishments.

Maddy summarySR 158 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Logan Wilkins for winning the 2025 Division I State Championship in track and field. It formally recognizes his athletic achievement through a vote of appreciation by the legislature. This resolution has no legal effect or policy changes; it solely serves to publicly acknowledge the athlete's accomplishment. It directly affects only Logan Wilkins and the recognition he receives from the state.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 157) formally honors the Oakwood High School girls 4x800-meter relay team for winning the 2025 Division II State Championship. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a ceremonial recognition. The resolution directly acknowledges the team's athletic achievement through a formal statement by the legislature. No concrete policy changes or affected parties beyond the team are involved.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Ricardo DeLaSerda, Jr. for his service with Ohio Legislative Information Systems upon his retirement. It is a ceremonial gesture recognizing his contributions to the state's legislative technology infrastructure. The bill does not create new policy, alter laws, or affect any specific group or program. It serves solely as a formal acknowledgment of his professional retirement.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 138) honoring Harold Bozeman for his service to Ohio. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, funding, or specific groups. The resolution simply recognizes Bozeman's contributions through a formal statement from the Ohio legislature. As a symbolic gesture, it has no direct impact on state operations or constituents.

To amend sections 9.04, 9.07, 120.03, 120.041, 120.06, 120.14, 120.16, 120.18, 120.24, 120.26, 120.28, 120.33, 120.34, 149.43, 149.436, 149.45, 1901.183, 2152.13, 2152.67, 2301.20, 2307.60, 2317.02, 2701.07, 2743.51, 2901.02, 2909.24, 2929.02, 2929.13, 2929.14, 2929.61, 2930.19, 2937.222, 2941.021, 2941.14, 2941.148, 2941.401, 2941.43, 2941.51, 2945.06, 2945.10, 2945.13, 2945.21, 2945.25, 2945.33, 2945.38, 2949.02, 2949.03, 2953.02, 2953.07, 2953.08, 2953.09, 2953.10, 2953.21, 2953.23, 2953.71, 2953.72, 2953.73, 2953.81, 2967.05, 2967.12, 2967.13, 2967.193, 2967.194, 2971.03, 2971.07, 3901.87, 5101.56, 5120.113, 5120.53, 5120.61, 5139.04, and 5919.16 and to repeal sections 109.97, 120.35, 2725.19, 2929.021, 2929.022, 2929.023, 2929.024, 2929.025, 2929.03, 2929.04, 2929.05, 2929.06, 2945.20, 2947.08, 2949.21, 2949.22, 2949.221, 2949.222, 2949.24, 2949.25, 2949.26, 2949.27, 2949.28, 2949.29, 2949.31, and 2967.08 of the Revised Code to abolish the death penalty, to modify the number of jurors that may be challenged in cases where a defendant may be sentenced to life imprisonment, and to prohibit public funding for the use of lethal injection drugs in nontherapeutic abortions, assisting suicide, and executing a death sentence.