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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- HB319 Enact the Clinical Teaching Subsidy Reform Act
The bill establishes the Clinical Teaching Subsidy Reform Act, which mandates the chancellor of higher education to distribute a clinical teaching subsidy to public medical schools in Ohio. The subsidy allocation is based on student enrollment and performance metrics related to the retention of physicians in the state. Public medical schools are required to report on the use of these funds and their outcomes annually. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB318 Revise the Medicaid Estate Recovery Program Law
The bill amends the Medicaid Estate Recovery Program Law to allow the Ohio Department of Medicaid to seek recovery of costs for Medicaid services from the estates of individuals who are permanently institutionalized or aged 55 and older, with certain exceptions for spouses and dependents. It also establishes conditions under which liens may be imposed on the property of Medicaid recipients and sets forth criteria for waiving recovery due to undue hardship. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB317 Prohibit purchase of drones made by a covered foreign entity
The bill prohibits public entities in Ohio from purchasing or acquiring small unmanned aircraft systems (drones) manufactured or assembled by covered foreign entities, specifically those from China or Russia. It also restricts the use of state funds for such purchases and mandates that public entities cease operation of these drones by May 1, 2027. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB316 Designate MSGT Norman Michael Kilbarger Memorial Highway
This bill designates a portion of Chillicothe Lancaster Road in Fairfield County as the 'MSGT Norman Michael Kilbarger Memorial Highway' and authorizes the director of transportation to erect suitable markers indicating its name. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB315 Designate Sojourner Truth Day
This bill designates May 29 as 'Sojourner Truth Day' in Ohio, recognizing the contributions of Sojourner Truth. It enacts a new section in the Revised Code to formalize this designation. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB314 Limit certain public record requests; allow contractor response
The bill amends section 149.43 of the Revised Code to restrict harassing or disruptive public records requests and allows private contractors to respond to voluminous public records requests. It defines what constitutes a public record and outlines the conditions under which certain records may be withheld from public access. The bill also establishes procedures for public offices to manage requests and the costs associated with fulfilling them. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB313 Create a grant program for pro-housing political subdivisions
The bill establishes a grant program for townships and municipalities that adopt pro-housing policies, specifically targeting projects that provide affordable housing for households earning between 60% and 100% of the county's median income. Eligible entities must implement at least three specified pro-housing policies to qualify for grants, which will be distributed annually based on applications received. The program includes funding for various housing development initiatives and mandates that a portion of the funds be used for specific purposes related to housing support. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB312 Designate the walleye as the official fish of the state
The bill designates the walleye (sander vitreus) as the official fish of the state of Ohio. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB311 Designate EMS week in Ohio
This bill designates the third full week of May as 'EMS week in Ohio' to recognize and celebrate the contributions of emergency medical services personnel. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB310 Create the Ironton Fighting Tigers license plate
The bill creates the 'Ironton Fighting Tigers' specialty license plate, requiring applicants to pay a $30 contribution, which will be deposited into a license plate contribution fund. The funds will be allocated to the Ironton city school district for scholarships and athletic department support. The bill also includes provisions for the issuance of the plates and associated fees. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB31 Require electronic recordings of all parole board hearings
The bill requires electronic recordings of all parole board hearings and mandates that these recordings be made public records. It specifies who is entitled to receive these recordings and outlines the conditions under which personal identifying information of victims is protected. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB309 Regards budget commissions, property tax, and certain funds
HB309 amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code related to county budget commissions, property taxation, and the distribution of local government and public library funds. It modifies the processes for calculating and certifying funds payable to school districts and establishes requirements for tax budgets and levies by subdivisions. The bill also allows for alternative methods of apportionment for public library funds, subject to approval by local authorities. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB308 Regards multiple claims as the rightful county central committee
The bill amends section 3517.05 of the Revised Code to require any organized group claiming to be the rightful county central committee to file a list of its officers and members with the board of elections. The state central committee must then determine which committee is recognized as the rightful one within thirty days of receiving the certification. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB307 Enact the Lead Line Replacement Act
The Lead Line Replacement Act establishes a program for the replacement of lead service lines in Ohio, requiring public water systems to identify and replace all lead service lines within fifteen years. It includes provisions for financial assistance, customer reimbursement, and the establishment of a drinking water assistance fund to support these efforts. The act mandates public water systems to submit replacement plans and provides guidelines for prioritizing replacements and managing costs. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB306 Enact the Hate Crime Act
The bill enacts the Hate Crime Act, which prohibits hate crimes based on specific characteristics or beliefs, including political affiliation, race, religion, and others. It establishes civil remedies for individuals terrorized by such acts and allows for civil actions against violators, with potential penalties including damages and attorney's fees. The bill also amends existing laws related to ethnic intimidation. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB305 Enact Logan's Law
HB305 establishes penalties for trafficking in pressed pill fentanyl, requiring a death certificate to indicate if a death is caused by fentanyl poisoning. It amends existing laws related to drug trafficking and specifies penalties based on the amount of the drug involved and the circumstances of the offense. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB304 Permit certain activities fulfill PE requirement; require recess
The bill permits high school students to fulfill their physical education requirement through participation in club sports or other athletic activities, and mandates that K-8 students receive recess time of at least thirty minutes each school day, except on days when they attend physical education classes. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB303 Establish community energy program and pilot program
The bill establishes a community energy program and pilot program in Ohio, defining community energy facilities and their operational parameters. It allows township trustees to prohibit or limit the construction of such facilities and mandates the Public Utilities Commission to certify community energy facilities and oversee the pilot program. The bill includes provisions for consumer protections, bill credits for subscribers, and requirements for decommissioning facilities. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB302 Establish age verification, parental consent for apps, developers
The bill establishes age verification and parental consent requirements for developers and application distribution providers of certain applications, specifically targeting those that provide different experiences for minors and adults. It mandates that application distributors request age declarations from users, provide parental controls, and ensure that minors cannot access adult-only content without parental consent. Violations can result in civil penalties enforced by the attorney general. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB301 Enact the Digital Fair Repair Act
The Digital Fair Repair Act requires original equipment manufacturers to make documentation, parts, and tools available for the diagnosis, maintenance, or repair of digital electronic equipment to both independent repair providers and owners on fair and reasonable terms. It prohibits manufacturers from using mechanisms that prevent the installation or functioning of non-manufacturer approved parts and establishes penalties for violations. The act does not apply to certain categories of equipment, including vehicles and medical devices. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB300 Prohibit conversion therapy for minors by certain professionals
The bill prohibits certain licensed health care professionals from engaging in conversion therapy for minor patients, defining conversion therapy as efforts to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. Exceptions include providing support for individuals transitioning or offering sexual orientation-neutral interventions. Violations may result in sanctions such as suspension or revocation of licenses. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB30 Phase-down the state income tax to a flat rate of 2.75%
The bill proposes to amend the state income tax code to phase down the state income tax to a flat rate of 2.75% over two years. It applies to individuals, trusts, and estates earning or receiving income in Ohio, with specific provisions for taxable business income and exemptions. Adjustments to income amounts are prohibited during the phase-down period. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB3 Enact the School Bus Safety Act
The bill enacts the School Bus Safety Act, designating August as 'School Bus Safety Awareness Month' and creating a school bus safety fund to provide grants to school districts for improving safety features on school buses. It establishes penalties for violations related to stopping for school buses and outlines the administration of the grant program by the Department of Education and Workforce. The bill also includes provisions for public education on school bus safety laws. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB299 Require licensure of statewide initiative petition circulators
HB299 requires statewide initiative petition circulators to be licensed by the Secretary of State. The bill outlines the application process for obtaining a circulator license, including requirements for personal information and notarization. It also establishes penalties for violations related to petition signing and circulator qualifications. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB298 Legalize, tax internet gambling; make other Gambling Law changes
HB298 legalizes and regulates internet gambling in Ohio, establishes a tax on internet gambling operators, and prohibits online sweepstakes games. The bill mandates that operators must obtain a license from the Ohio Casino Control Commission and comply with various operational and reporting requirements. The launch date for internet gambling is set for no later than March 31, 2026. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...