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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- HB620 Prohibit financing the purchase of a dog or cat
The bill prohibits retail sellers and lenders from financing the purchase of dogs or cats, declaring any such financing agreements void. Violators of this prohibition cannot collect any payments related to the sale or loan and may face legal actions for enforcement. The bill also allows for civil actions by borrowers who are harmed by violations. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB619 Authorize board of elections to meet by video conference
The bill authorizes boards of elections in Ohio to conduct meetings via video conference or similar electronic technology, while ensuring compliance with existing regulations regarding meeting conduct. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB618 Create the Chillicothe Paints license plate
This bill creates a specialty license plate for the Chillicothe Paints, a local baseball team, allowing vehicle owners to apply for these plates. The application process includes a contribution fee that will be deposited into the license plate contribution fund, which supports various charitable organizations and programs in Ohio. The bill outlines the fees and requirements for obtaining the license plates. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB617 Enact the Ohio Capital Gains Tax Repeal Act
The bill exempts capital gains from state and municipal income taxation in Ohio, effectively repealing the taxation of such gains. It amends sections 718.01 and 5747.01 of the Revised Code and repeals section 5747.79, applying to taxable years ending on or after the effective date. A report on the fiscal impact of the act is required by June 30, 2027. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB616 Require BMV translate the Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws
The bill requires the Bureau of Motor Vehicles to translate the Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws into additional languages, ensuring that the material is publicly available in every language used for administering driver examinations. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB615 Enact the Retail Theft Prevention Act
The Retail Theft Prevention Act prohibits individuals from participating in retail theft in groups, defining penalties based on the value of stolen property and the number of participants involved. It establishes various degrees of theft offenses, ranging from misdemeanors to felonies, with specific penalties for theft involving protected classes such as the elderly or disabled. The act also includes provisions for restitution and driver's license suspension for offenders under certain conditions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB614 Enact the Second Chance Safety Act
The bill enacts the Second Chance Safety Act, which provides civil immunity to federally licensed firearm dealers or law enforcement agencies that enter into a firearm hold agreement with the owner of a firearm. The agreement allows the dealer or agency to take possession of the firearm for a specified period and return it afterward. It also requires the dealer or agency to provide the owner with a pamphlet containing mental health resources and firearm safety device information. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB613 Modify tax enforcement authority
The bill modifies the tax enforcement authority of the Ohio Department of Taxation and the Board of Tax Appeals by establishing problem resolution officers, requiring annual reports on tax audits and appeals, and setting timelines for hearings and determinations related to tax assessments and refunds. It also includes provisions for correcting assessments and managing appeals, with specific procedures for taxpayer communications and performance monitoring of tax agents. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB612 Regards credit union share guaranty corporations
The bill amends section 1761.10 of the Revised Code to establish requirements for credit union share guaranty corporations, including maintaining a guarantee fund at a minimum level, requiring capital contributions from participating credit unions, and allowing for special assessments and distributions based on the fund's status. It also outlines procedures for reporting defaults and the dissolution of the corporation. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB611 Issue medical marijuana processor cultivation, dispensary license
The bill amends sections of the Revised Code to issue cultivation and dispensary licenses for medical marijuana processors, allowing licensed processors to obtain and sell medical marijuana, and establishes a framework for the issuance of adult use cannabis licenses. It mandates compliance with specific requirements for applicants and sets a timeline for the issuance of licenses. The bill also includes provisions for the review of licenses and the establishment of an electronic database to monitor medical marijuana. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB610 Dissolve existing academic distress commissions and repeal law
The bill dissolves existing academic distress commissions and repeals the law that creates new commissions, allowing school districts to reassume all powers previously held by these commissions. It also declares an emergency for immediate effect, preventing the formation of new commissions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB609 Require public body to allow public comment before taking action
The bill requires public bodies to allow public commentary and testimony before taking formal action on any item. It mandates that all meetings of public bodies be open to the public, with specific exceptions outlined. Additionally, it establishes penalties for violations, including civil forfeitures and the potential removal of public officials who knowingly violate the provisions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB608 Modify the law governing property taxes and other local taxes
HB608 modifies the law governing property taxes and local taxes in Ohio, including provisions for tax payment deadlines, extensions for tax payments on real property and manufactured homes, and the handling of delinquent taxes. It establishes criteria for tax exemptions for pre-residential development properties and outlines the responsibilities of county auditors and treasurers in managing tax assessments and collections. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB607 Name Spc. 4th Class Frank A. Herda, Medal of Honor Rec. Mem Hwy
This bill designates a portion of State Route 94 in Cuyahoga County as the 'Specialist Fourth Class Frank A. Herda, Medal of Honor Recipient, Memorial Highway.' The Director of Transportation is authorized to erect suitable markers along the highway to indicate its name. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB606 Designate Marjorie Whiteman Memorial Highway
This bill designates a portion of State Route 109 in Henry County as the 'Marjorie Whiteman Memorial Highway' and allows the director of transportation to erect suitable markers indicating its name. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB605 Codify the Spearin doctrine in public construction contracts
This bill codifies the Spearin doctrine in public construction contracts, establishing an implied warranty by the owner that the plans and specifications provided are accurate and sufficient for project completion. It limits contractor liability for damages arising from defects in the plans if certain conditions are met, including reasonable reliance on the provided plans. Additionally, it voids any contractual clauses that contradict this section. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB604 Modify the laws related to transportation network companies
Bill HB604 modifies the laws related to transportation network companies in Ohio, requiring companies to conduct background checks, verify driver qualifications, and establish statewide regulations that preempt local ordinances. It specifies conditions under which a transportation network company driver may be authorized or terminated and limits the liability of transportation network companies for actions of their drivers. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB603 Prohibit certain clauses from conservancy district contracts
The bill prohibits conservancy districts from including certain clauses in contracts for goods or services, specifically indemnification clauses, venue clauses, liability limitation clauses, unknown terms, and inconsistent provisions with public records law. If such clauses are included, they are deemed void, but the rest of the contract remains enforceable. Exceptions apply as required by state or federal law. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB602 Limit the types of flags that a state agency may display
The bill amends section 123.30 of the Revised Code to limit the types of flags that state agencies may display, allowing only the official state flag, the United States flag, the POW/MIA flag, and flags containing the official logo of a state agency with prior approval from the governor. It prohibits any other flags from being displayed on the grounds or buildings of state agencies, with an exception for the Ohio statehouse and its grounds. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB601 Revise the Election Law
HB601 amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code to revise laws related to voter roll maintenance, provisional voting, the return of absent voter's ballots, and the membership of the Ohio Election Integrity Commission. It includes provisions for voter registration verification, photo identification requirements, and the handling of provisional ballots. The bill also establishes a process for the cancellation of voter registrations under certain conditions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB600 Designate PFC Wetzel Eldridge USMC Memorial Highway
This bill designates a portion of State Route 41 in Clark County as the 'PFC Wetzel Eldridge USMC Memorial Highway' and allows the director of transportation to erect suitable markers along the highway indicating its name. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB599 Designate Charlie Kirk Memorial Day
This bill designates October 14 as 'Charlie Kirk Memorial Day' in recognition of Charles James Kirk, a political activist born on that day in 1993. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB598 Authorize local governments to create residential stability zone
The bill authorizes local governments in Ohio to create residential stability zones where homeowners may qualify for a partial property tax exemption. It establishes eligibility criteria based on household income, ownership duration, and asset limitations, and outlines application procedures and penalties for false statements. The exemptions can last up to ten years, with provisions for renewal. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB597 Prohibit the operation of unmanned aerial vehicles over schools
The bill prohibits the operation of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) over schools in Ohio. Exceptions are provided for individuals under contract with government entities, those with prior written consent from school officials, and operators using drones for legitimate commercial purposes with necessary FAA authorizations. Violations result in a minor misdemeanor for the first offense and a fourth-degree misdemeanor for subsequent offenses. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB596 Require uninsured motorist coverage; increase minimum coverage
The bill requires all motor vehicle insurance policies in Ohio to include uninsured motorist coverage and increases the minimum auto liability insurance requirements for bodily injury or death to another person. It specifies definitions for uninsured and underinsured motorists and outlines conditions under which coverage applies. The bill mandates that these changes take effect six months after its passage. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...