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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- HB595 Require vehicle insurance to include uninsured motorist coverage
The bill mandates that all motor vehicle insurance policies in Ohio must include uninsured motorist coverage. This requirement applies to policies delivered or issued for vehicles registered or principally garaged in the state. The bill outlines definitions for uninsured and underinsured motorists and specifies conditions under which coverage applies. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB594 Require students complete a high school computer science course
The bill requires all school districts in Ohio to offer and students to complete at least one high school computer science course starting with the 2028-2029 school year. It mandates that the course be of high quality and meet state standards, with provisions for virtual offerings if in-person classes are not feasible. Schools must report on course offerings and student participation annually. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB593 Regards paid family leave insurance
The bill establishes a framework for paid family leave insurance in Ohio, defining terms such as 'paid family leave insurance,' 'family member,' and 'serious health condition.' It mandates that policies must outline coverage details, eligibility, and benefits, including a minimum of two weeks of leave within a year. Employers are not required to purchase this insurance, making participation voluntary. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB592 Regards municipal incorporation
The bill amends sections 707.02 and 707.29 of the Revised Code regarding the requirements for municipal incorporation in Ohio. It specifies criteria such as population density, assessed valuation, and territorial size for areas seeking incorporation, and repeals an existing section related to these processes. Additionally, it includes provisions for incorporating cities and restrictions on military base territories. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB591 Authorize use of natural organic reduction as form of disposition
This bill authorizes the use of natural organic reduction as a method for the disposition of human remains in Ohio, establishing regulations for its implementation and the operation of reduction facilities. It amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code to include provisions for the licensing of reduction facility operators and the requirements for conducting natural organic reduction. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of funeral directors and operators regarding the handling and final disposition of remains. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB590 Modify law governing tax appeals and property tax complaints
The bill modifies the law governing tax appeals and property tax complaints in Ohio, including the filing process, eligibility for complaints, and the roles of various parties in the complaint process. It establishes deadlines for filing complaints and counter-complaints, outlines the conditions under which complaints can be filed, and specifies the responsibilities of county auditors and legislative authorities in these processes. The bill also includes provisions for notifying property owners and handling complaints related to property valuation and assessment. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB589 Regards contracts between health insurers, health care providers
The bill amends sections 3963.01 and 3963.04 of the Revised Code to establish requirements for health care contracts between insurers and providers, particularly concerning material amendments. It mandates that contracting entities provide written notice of proposed material amendments at least 90 days prior to their effective date, and outlines conditions under which amendments can be made without such notice. Exceptions include amendments required by law or those that do not significantly alter payment or administrative procedures. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB588 Apply employment portions of Civil Rights Law to unpaid interns
This bill amends sections of the Ohio Revised Code to extend the employment protections of the Ohio Civil Rights Law to unpaid interns, defining them as employees for the purposes of discrimination protections. It specifies that unpaid interns are individuals working for an employer primarily to gain knowledge or experience relevant to their career aspirations. The bill does not specify penalties or timelines for enforcement. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB587 Regards sales of kratom products
The bill regulates the sale of kratom products in Ohio, requiring food processing establishments to register kratom products with the director of agriculture, and prohibits the sale of kratom products containing certain levels of specific alkaloids, controlled substances, or synthetic compounds. It also mandates labeling requirements and restricts sales to individuals under eighteen years of age, with penalties for violations. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB586 Prohibit mailing out unsolicited absentee ballot request forms
The bill prohibits any person from mailing unsolicited absentee ballot request forms to others. It amends existing sections of the Revised Code related to absentee voting and establishes penalties for violations. The bill does not specify exceptions or additional provisions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB585 Regards DoDD authority re: community capital assistance funds
The bill amends section 5123.351 of the Revised Code to grant the Department of Developmental Disabilities authority to adopt rules regarding the use of community capital assistance funds. It specifies the types of housing that can be acquired or constructed with these funds and establishes a process for their distribution, including requirements for county boards to involve residents in housing decisions. The bill also allows for the waiving of rules to support innovative housing options. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB584 Regards athletic scholarship limits for foreign students
The bill limits state institutions of higher education from awarding more than 25% of athletic scholarships to foreign students in any academic year. It applies to all intercollegiate athletic programs at these institutions. There are no specified penalties or exceptions mentioned in the text. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB583 Regards provision of online library databases by certain entities
The bill requires public schools, public libraries, and state agencies to ensure that digital or online library database resources comply with specific safety policies and technology protection measures. Providers must prevent access to materials that are obscene, harmful to juveniles, or promote illegal activities. Violations can result in penalties, including contract termination and financial repercussions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB582 Regards embalmers, funeral directors, and crematories
Bill HB582 amends sections related to embalmers, funeral directors, and crematories in Ohio, defining terms such as 'embalming', 'funeral business', and 'cremation'. It outlines the requirements for cremation authorization forms and specifies exemptions for certain individuals and circumstances. The bill also addresses liability issues for crematory operators and funeral homes. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB581 Regards specified Medicaid disability, Ohio WorkAbility Programs
The bill amends section 5163.093 of the Revised Code to establish income eligibility criteria for the Medicaid Buy-In for Workers With Disabilities Program and the Ohio WorkAbility Program. It specifies that $20,000 of an individual's earned and unearned income will be disregarded, and employer-paid health insurance contributions will not count as income. Other amounts may also be disregarded as specified by rules authorized by the Revised Code. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB580 Designate PFC Francis Guillozet Memorial Highway
This bill designates a portion of State Route 47 in Shelby County as the 'PFC Francis Guillozet Memorial Highway' and allows the director of transportation to erect suitable markers indicating its name. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB99 Exclude certain agricultural entities from insurance regulations
The bill excludes nonprofit agricultural membership organizations from insurance regulations, stating that such organizations are not subject to certain insurance laws and that their healthcare benefit coverage is not classified as insurance. It defines these organizations as those incorporated in Ohio before 1919 that provide healthcare benefits exclusively to their members and their families. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB98 Establish the Community Connectors Workforce Program
The bill establishes the Community Connectors Workforce Program, which connects students to jobs, internships, and career professionals. The program is overseen by the Department of Education and Workforce, with educational service centers administering it. Directors employed by these centers will provide career mentoring, assess student eligibility, and offer training in soft and professional skills. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB97 Require public schools to provide meals and related services
The bill requires public schools to provide meals to students regardless of their ability to pay, prohibits schools from discarding meals due to unpaid debts, mandates that disciplinary actions cannot involve meal refusal, and requires communication about meal debts to be directed to parents or guardians rather than students. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB96 Make state operating appropriations for FY 2026-27
Bill HB96 establishes operating appropriations for FY 2026-27, impacting budgeting, financial regulations, taxation, and governmental oversight in various sectors, including education, social services, healthcare, and economic development. The bill extensively details state funding allocations, regulations on taxation, professional licensing, and the management of public assistance programs, emphasizing increased government involvement across multiple domains. It enforces strict compliance mechanisms and establishes penalties for non-compliance, which raises concerns regarding government overreach and the limitation of individual freedoms. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB95 Support members of Ohio Veterans Education Council
HB95 appropriates $1,144,000 from the state treasury to support higher education institutions that are members of the Ohio Veterans Education Council for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The funds will be used for various purposes, including student awards, grants for military and veterans offices, and administrative costs related to the National Veterans Leadership Foundation. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB94 Allow employers to post certain labor law notices on the internet
The bill allows employers to post certain labor law notices on the internet, making them accessible to employees. It amends existing sections of the Revised Code to include internet posting as an acceptable method for displaying required labor law information. The bill applies to various labor law notices, including those related to the employment of minors and workers' compensation. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB93 Restore Clean Ohio Fund and Clean Ohio Council
The bill restores the Clean Ohio Fund, which will be administered by the Department of Development and the Clean Ohio Council. It establishes a framework for brownfield cleanup and remediation projects, including the creation of a council with appointed members, application processes for grants and loans, and requirements for public meetings and assessments. The bill outlines the responsibilities of applicants and the council in managing and approving cleanup projects. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB92 Regards unpaid water, sewer, and trash charges at rented property
This bill amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code to limit the recovery and lien imposition by municipalities against property owners for unpaid water, sewer, and trash charges at non-owner-occupied properties. It requires municipalities to provide notice to property owners before placing liens and establishes conditions under which liens can be certified. The bill also outlines the process for appeals regarding improper billing complaints. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB91 Establish Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Accelerator Program
The bill establishes the Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Accelerator Program within the Department of Higher Education to advance research and develop treatments for traumatic brain injuries. It mandates the Brain Injury Research Foundation to administer the program, coordinate grants to eligible entities, and report annually on the program's progress. The program is funded with an appropriation of $5 million for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...