The Ohio Assembly can have bills in process across all committees in both the House of Representatives and Senate. Here is a list of the bills the LPO political team are tracking.
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- HB341 Authorize tax credit for assisted reproduction insurance coverage
The bill authorizes a nonrefundable income tax credit for employers who subsidize employee insurance coverage for assisted reproduction. The credit amount varies based on the number of full-time equivalent employees, with a maximum of $50,000 for employers with fewer than 50 employees and $500,000 for those with 50 or more. The bill applies to taxable years ending on or after its effective date. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB340 Enact the Baby Bonus Act
The bill creates an income tax credit for employers who provide a childbirth bonus of at least one thousand dollars to employees who give birth or adopt a child. The credit is nonrefundable and capped at fifty thousand dollars in total bonuses per employer per taxable year. Employers must maintain records for five years and may be required to provide additional information to the tax commissioner. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB34 Increase the state minimum wage
The bill amends sections of the Ohio Revised Code to increase the state minimum wage incrementally from $11 per hour in 2026 to $15 per hour by 2030, with annual adjustments thereafter. It prohibits political subdivisions from establishing a different minimum wage and outlines employer responsibilities regarding wage records and employee rights to enforce wage requirements. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB339 Allow surviving spouse to retain Purple Heart license plate
This bill allows the surviving spouse of a Purple Heart recipient to retain or obtain a specialty license plate designated for Purple Heart recipients. The application process requires documentary evidence of the deceased's Purple Heart award and compliance with existing motor vehicle registration laws. The bill also specifies that the spouse must not have remarried to be eligible for the license plate. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB338 Enact Andy's Law
HB338 enacts Andy's Law, which increases penalties for assaulting or causing the death of specific victims in state or local correctional institutions. It amends various sections of the Revised Code related to assault and establishes new sections concerning the treatment of correctional officers and other specified individuals. The law mandates increased penalties and changes to rehabilitation and correction policies. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB337 Require firearm sale by federal dealer to include trigger lock
This bill requires federally licensed firearms dealers to provide and attach a trigger lock or gun locking device to firearms sold. Dealers must also offer additional gun locks if available and post relevant information in their business premises. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB336 Enact the Sam Knisley Family Support Act
The bill requires felony offenders convicted of OVI-caused aggravated vehicular homicide to pay child maintenance to the surviving parent or guardian of any minor child of the victim. It allows for child maintenance to be awarded in wrongful death actions if the offender is deceased and establishes procedures for payment and calculation of maintenance amounts. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of the court in determining and enforcing these payments. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB335 Regards county budget commissions, property and sales tax, funds
HB335 modifies the law governing county budget commissions, property taxation, county sales taxation, and alternative apportionment formulas for local government and public library funds. It includes provisions for tax reductions, definitions of property classifications, and establishes procedures for tax levies and budget adjustments. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of county auditors and the tax commissioner in determining tax rates and reductions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB334 Designate Keith G. Earley Memorial Interchange
This bill designates the interchange of I-475 and Dorr Street in Lucas County as the 'Keith G. Earley Memorial Interchange' and allows the director of transportation to erect suitable markers indicating its name. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB333 Enact the Airspace Protection Act
The Airspace Protection Act amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code to regulate navigable airspace, establish an office of aviation within the Department of Transportation, and set requirements for permits related to the construction and alteration of structures that may affect air navigation. It includes provisions for inspections, safety rules, and penalties for violations, while also repealing certain existing sections. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB332 Create the small defense business linked deposit program
The bill establishes a small defense business linked deposit program, allowing the treasurer of state to invest in linked deposits for eligible defense-oriented businesses in Ohio. Eligible borrowers must be headquartered in Ohio for at least five years, maintain significant operations in the state, have contracts with the armed forces, and have gross receipts under $25 million. The program aims to provide reduced-rate loans to support job creation and business growth in the defense sector. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB331 Remove firearm mufflers, suppressors as dangerous ordnance
This bill amends sections of the Revised Code to remove firearm mufflers and suppressors from the classification of dangerous ordnance, allowing individuals with valid hunting licenses to use suppressors while hunting, provided they are authorized to possess and have registered the suppressor according to federal law. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB330 Authorize sales tax holiday for firearm safety, storage devices
This bill authorizes a sales tax holiday for four months each year for the sale of firearm safety and storage devices in Ohio. The holiday applies specifically to sales made during March, April, November, or December, excluding devices already installed on firearms. The bill amends sections of the Revised Code related to sales tax collection and exemptions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB33 Require insurance coverage for certain prostate cancer screening
The bill requires health insurers in Ohio to cover preventive screenings for prostate cancer for men at high risk, specifically those aged 40 and older with a family history of prostate cancer or a genetic alteration associated with increased risk. It prohibits cost-sharing for these screenings and mandates the superintendent of insurance to establish rules for implementation, including the types of tests covered and the frequency of screenings. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB329 Designate Ohio World Hijab Day
The bill designates February 1st as 'Ohio World Hijab Day' to honor the observance of World Hijab Day. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB328 Enact the Fit, Safe, and Strong Communities Act
The bill establishes a grant program to reimburse local government entities for up to 75% of costs associated with acquiring, developing, or rehabilitating community recreation spaces, including parks and pools. Local governments must apply with proof of property title or lease, a development plan, and a partnership with a nonprofit. Priority is given to applications that include sustainability initiatives or plans for educational 'learning labs.' (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB327 Enact Parents' Rights to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity (PRIDE) Act
The bill enacts the Parents' Rights to Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (P.R.I.D.E.) Act, which grants parents rights to equitable access to medical care, behavioral health care, hygiene care, and educational opportunities for their children. It also emphasizes respect for children's rights to freedom of speech and behavioral health confidentiality. The bill amends and repeals various sections of the Revised Code related to these rights. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB326 Regards the Classic Learning Test entrance exam
The bill amends section 3301.0712 and enacts section 3345.065 of the Revised Code to establish a system of college and workforce readiness assessments, including the Classic Learning Test as an option for high school students. It allows parents to opt-out of standardized assessments and mandates that state institutions of higher education accept all nationally standardized assessments selected for admission purposes. The implementation timeline and specific requirements for assessments are also outlined. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB325 Designate Marshal Teddy Ray Holcomb Memorial Highway
This bill designates a portion of State Route 13 in Athens County as the 'Marshal Teddy Ray Holcomb Memorial Highway' and allows the director of transportation to erect suitable markers indicating the highway's name. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB324 Enact the Patient Protection Act
The Patient Protection Act prohibits the sale of certain drugs that cause severe adverse effects in more than five percent of users. It requires prescribers to conduct in-person examinations, inform patients about the risks, and schedule follow-up appointments before prescribing such drugs. The director of health is tasked with determining which drugs meet these criteria and must maintain a public list of these drugs. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB323 Require employers to report sexual assault re: minor employees
The bill requires employers to report suspected sexual assault involving minor employees and mandates a training program for employers to recognize and report such incidents. Employers must provide this training to new employees within a specified timeframe. Failure to comply with the reporting requirement or training provision results in penalties. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB322 Enact the Ohio Fitness Test Act
The bill requires schools in Ohio to administer the Presidential Fitness Test to students in grades one through twelve. It mandates that the Department of Education and Workforce establish the fitness test and provide awards for students based on their performance. Each school district and community school must comply with this requirement annually. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB321 Revise Unemployment Compensation Law
HB321 amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code to increase the taxable wage base under the Unemployment Compensation Law and mandates that employees of contributory employers pay a contribution when their employer has a negative account balance in the Unemployment Compensation Fund. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB320 Require registration as a member of a political party for primary
HB320 requires electors to register as members of a political party to participate in that party's primary elections. It amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code to establish this requirement and outlines the process for determining party affiliation based on voter registration applications and voting history. The bill also includes provisions for updating voter registration information and maintaining the statewide voter registration database. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB32 Designate Celebrating Disabilities Month
This bill designates the month of July as 'Celebrating Disabilities Month' in Ohio. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...