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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- HB251 Regards drone use by law enforcement; aviation facilities
HB251 establishes requirements for the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) by law enforcement in Ohio, including the necessity of obtaining search warrants for certain surveillance activities. It allows warrantless drone use under specific circumstances such as border patrol, exigent circumstances, and during environmental disasters. The bill also prohibits the use of armed drones and mandates documentation of flight data. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB250 Enact the Ohio Anti-Corruption Act
HB250, known as the Ohio Anti-Corruption Act, amends various sections of the Revised Code to modify campaign finance laws. It establishes new requirements for political parties and campaign committees regarding contributions and expenditures, mandates reporting of campaign finance activities, and imposes penalties for violations. The act aims to enhance transparency and accountability in political financing in Ohio. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB25 Establish the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program
The bill establishes the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program, which provides scholarships to qualifying students who have been placed in foster care or noncertified kinship care. It requires the Department of Education and Workforce to hire a full-time school foster care liaison to assist these students with their educational transitions and scholarship applications. The program will begin in the 2025-2026 academic year and is funded through state appropriations. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB249 Enact the Indecent Exposure Modernization Act
The bill amends sections of the Ohio Revised Code to modernize laws regarding indecent exposure. It establishes penalties for exposing private parts, engaging in sexual conduct, or masturbation in public settings, particularly when minors are present. The bill outlines degrees of misdemeanors and felonies based on prior offenses and the presence of minors. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB248 Revise the Auditor of State law
HB248 amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code related to the Auditor of State, including provisions for audits of public offices, requirements for financial reporting, and the establishment of training programs for local officials. It also outlines conditions under which public officials may contract for services and the penalties for failing to file financial reports on time. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB247 Revise dog law, including dangerous and vicious dogs
The bill amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code to revise laws governing dogs, particularly focusing on the registration and regulation of dangerous and vicious dogs. It establishes requirements for dog owners, including registration fees, penalties for non-compliance, and provisions for the humane treatment of dogs. Additionally, it outlines the responsibilities of county dog wardens and the process for designating dogs as dangerous or vicious. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB246 Require certain construction industry employers to use E-verify
The bill requires nonresidential construction contractors, subcontractors, and labor brokers to use the E-Verify system to confirm the employment eligibility of their employees. It mandates record-keeping of verification for three years and imposes penalties for non-compliance, including fines and potential revocation of licenses. Exceptions apply if prior verification has been completed or if federal law does not require re-verification. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB245 Regards Ohio parenting and pregnancy program services
The bill amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code to establish the Ohio parenting and pregnancy program, which provides services for pregnant women and parents or relatives caring for children aged five years or younger. The program aims to promote childbirth and offers services including counseling on childbirth, abortion, adoption, family planning, and preventative care. It also outlines the administration of these services by the Department of Job and Family Services and allows for funding agreements with private, not-for-profit entities. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB244 Designate Women's History Month
This bill designates the month of March as 'Women's History Month' in Ohio. It does not impose any requirements or penalties and does not specify any exceptions or timelines. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB243 Designate Dolores Huerta, Cesar Chavez Ohio Community Service Day
This bill designates April 5th as 'Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez Ohio Community Service Day' to honor the contributions of labor leaders Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez in advocating for migrant farm workers' rights. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB242 Authorize tax credit for dog spaying, neutering, or training
The bill authorizes a nonrefundable income tax credit for taxpayers who have their dogs spayed or neutered or who complete a dog training course. The credit amount is capped at $350 per taxable year and can only be claimed once per year. Taxpayers must provide proof of the expense to claim the credit. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB241 Regards dog quarantine, disposition hearing, after a dog attack
The bill mandates a 10-day quarantine for dogs involved in attacks on people and requires a court hearing to determine the dog's future disposition based on the severity of the incident. The court can order the dog to be returned to its owner, require training and rehabilitation, or mandate humane destruction. The owner is responsible for quarantine costs and may appeal the court's decision. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB240 Enact Avery's Law
The bill amends existing laws regarding the classification and regulation of dogs, specifically defining 'dangerous,' 'nuisance,' and 'vicious' dogs, and establishes requirements for dog ownership, including reporting incidents of bites or injuries. It mandates the transfer of ownership certificates for dogs, imposes penalties for non-compliance, and requires certain owners to obtain liability insurance. Additionally, it prohibits breeding companion animals for commercial purposes in residential areas. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB24 Provide Medigap policies for certain Medicare-eligible persons
This bill amends existing Ohio law to require that Medicare supplement policies be made available to individuals under the age of 65 who are eligible for Medicare due to disability or end-stage renal disease. It mandates that these policies cannot exclude benefits for preexisting conditions and establishes an open enrollment period for eligible individuals. Additionally, it ensures that premiums for younger individuals do not exceed those for individuals aged 65 and older. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB239 Designate National Library Week
The bill designates the second week of April as 'National Library Week' in Ohio. It does not specify any penalties, exceptions, or additional requirements related to this designation. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB238 Establish specified parking requirements
The bill establishes specified parking requirements, including definitions for parking infractions, local authorities, and accessible parking spaces. It mandates that local authorities adopt standards for payment methods at parking meters and outlines procedures for hearings related to parking infractions, including the burden of proof and the process for appealing judgments. Additionally, it allows for the rescission of parking tickets issued within three minutes of parking if payment is made within that timeframe. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB237 Protect assisted reproduction care
The bill enacts provisions to protect assisted reproduction care in Ohio, defining terms related to assisted reproduction and establishing liability protections for health care providers and individuals involved in assisted reproduction. It prohibits civil or criminal liability for actions related to assisted reproduction care, except in cases of negligence or misconduct. The bill also outlines consent requirements for the collection and use of personal assisted reproduction information. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB236 Regards crimes committed while masked or disguised
The bill prohibits masked harassment and masked trespassing, modifies the offense of aggravated riot when the offender is wearing a mask or disguise, and requires an additional prison term of one year for offenders who conceal their faces while committing a felony. It applies to both adults and delinquent children, with specific provisions for sentencing and commitment periods for minors. The bill also outlines the legal specifications required for prosecution under these new provisions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB235 Authorize tax credit for handgun training and firearms storage
HB235 authorizes a nonrefundable income tax credit for individuals who incur costs for handgun training and for purchasing secure storage devices for firearms. The maximum credit for each category is capped at $250 per taxable year. The bill applies to taxpayers who meet the specified criteria and requires them to provide proof of purchase to claim the credit. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB234 Designate Cpl. Robert Dockstader Memorial Highway
This bill designates a portion of State Route 2 in Ottawa County as the 'Cpl. Robert Dockstader Memorial Highway' and allows the director of transportation to erect suitable markers indicating its name. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB233 Require elector citizenship verification; revise election law
HB233 requires verification of an elector's citizenship before they may vote and modifies procedures regarding voter registration, voter roll maintenance, absent voting, and election petitions. It mandates that individuals provide proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate or passport, and establishes penalties for election falsification. The bill also outlines processes for provisional voting and voter registration updates. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB232 Modify the law governing certain property tax complaints
This bill modifies the law governing property tax complaints in Ohio, allowing certain parties to file complaints regarding property valuations and assessments. It establishes deadlines for filing complaints, outlines who may file, and specifies conditions under which complaints can be filed or dismissed. The bill also addresses the notification process for property owners and the jurisdiction of boards of revision. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB231 Enact the Paid Parental Leave Act
The Paid Parental Leave Act establishes an income tax credit for employers who provide paid parental leave to qualifying employees, defined as those experiencing the birth, adoption, or stillbirth of a child. Employers must offer a minimum of fifty-six days of parental leave benefits, and the credit is capped at $300 per day for each qualifying employee, with a total annual limit of $54,000 in benefits eligible for the credit. The act applies to taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2025. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB230 Revise the joint venture title insurance company law
This bill revises the laws governing joint venture title insurance companies in Ohio, including definitions, requirements for annual certification, and conditions under which ownership interests can be bought back or sold. It prohibits certain entities from acting as agents for title insurance companies and outlines the record-keeping requirements for joint ventures. The bill also specifies conditions under which beneficial owners may be required to sell their ownership interests. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB23 Create the escaped convict alert program
The bill establishes an escaped convict alert program to assist law enforcement in locating individuals who have escaped from incarceration while awaiting adjudication or after being convicted of a felony. Law enforcement agencies can activate the alert program in the area surrounding the escape location. The bill also provides immunity from liability for participating media outlets regarding the broadcast of information related to the alert. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...