Sen. Catherine Ingram

Maddy summarySB 314 requires nurse aides working in Ohio long-term care facilities to complete specialized dementia care training. The bill mandates that this training cover recognizing dementia symptoms, communication strategies, and person-centered care techniques. This applies to all nurse aides employed in facilities providing dementia care services. The training requirement would be enforced under new sections added to Ohio's Revised Code.

Maddy summarySB 144 requires new educator licenses in Ohio to specify a clear grade band (pre-kindergarten through 5, 4 through 8, or 7 through 12) for which the teacher is authorized to teach. This change applies only to licenses issued after the bill's effective date and does not affect current license holders or educators with existing licenses. The requirement excludes specialized teaching areas like arts, world languages, career-technical education, and intervention specialist licenses, which continue to follow existing rules.

Maddy summarySCR 12 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States Postal Service's founding in 1775. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a non-binding ceremonial gesture. The resolution formally acknowledges this historical milestone through a joint statement by the legislature. It directly affects no individuals or organizations, serving only as a commemorative expression of appreciation for the USPS's long history.

Honoring the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Parks and Watercraft on receiving the 2025 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.

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.

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.

Maddy summarySB 189 creates a new specialty license plate design featuring the COSI (Columbus Science Center) logo for Ohio vehicle owners. The bill amends Ohio Revised Code sections to establish this plate as an option for drivers who choose to purchase it. Vehicle owners who select this plate would pay an additional fee, with proceeds supporting the COSI science center. This is a procedural bill focused solely on plate design, not broader policy changes.

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.

To enact section 4501.41 of the Revised Code to require the Registrar of Motor Vehicles and deputy registrars to assist customers with locating and claiming unclaimed funds.