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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- HB567 Modify laws governing the Board of Nursing, nursing professionals
HB567 modifies laws governing the Board of Nursing and nursing professionals in Ohio, including amendments to various sections related to nursing practice, education, and the establishment of advisory bodies. It also repeals certain sections of the Revised Code and introduces new provisions regarding the regulation of nursing professionals and their practices. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB566 Enact the Break the Silence Act
The Break the Silence Act requires the Director of Health, hospitals, and urgent care facilities to create protocols for health care professionals to identify and assist patients who are victims of domestic violence. It mandates training for health care professionals on these protocols within one year of the act's effective date. Hospitals and urgent care facilities must adopt these protocols within specified timelines. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB565 Enact the Grand Jury Privacy and Protection Act
The bill amends section 149.43 of the Revised Code to exempt the names and addresses of grand jurors and the signature of a grand jury foreperson from disclosure under Public Records Law. This act is titled the Grand Jury Privacy and Protection Act. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB564 Require health insurance coverage of orthotic, prosthetic devices
The bill requires health insurance plans in Ohio to provide coverage for orthotic and prosthetic devices, ensuring that such coverage meets or exceeds federal standards. It mandates coverage for the purchase, fitting, adjustment, repair, and replacement of these devices, and prohibits discrimination based on disability in coverage decisions. Health plan issuers must also report on their coverage experiences annually. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB563 Regulate ticket sales
The bill regulates ticket sales in Ohio by requiring operators, ticket resellers, and online ticket marketplaces to disclose the total cost of tickets, including all fees and surcharges. It prohibits certain practices such as selling more than one copy of the same ticket and requires disclosures about ticket availability and refund policies. Violations of these regulations are deemed unfair or deceptive acts, enforceable by the attorney general. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB562 Regards food for students with religious dietary restrictions
HB562 appropriates $300,000 from the state treasury to promote food options for students with religious dietary restrictions by awarding competitive grants to educational institutions. The Director of Agriculture will establish procedures and criteria for these grants in consultation with other state education officials. The bill is effective for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB561 Enact the C.H.O.I.C.E. Act
The C.H.O.I.C.E. Act amends existing laws regarding childhood immunizations and exemptions in Ohio. It requires preschool programs to honor exemptions for medical contraindications, age appropriateness, and parental conscientious objections. The act mandates that parents be informed of these exemptions when notified of immunization requirements. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB560 Enact the Protect Our Parents Act
The Protect Our Parents Act establishes regulations to prevent financial exploitation and fraud against vulnerable adults, defined as individuals aged sixty or older or those eligible for protective services. It requires depository institutions to implement internal policies for reporting suspected financial exploitation, allows them to place transaction holds for up to fifteen business days, and mandates notification procedures for account holders and trusted contacts. The act also provides immunity from civil liability for those reporting or acting in good faith under its provisions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB56 Designate CPL David James Amheiser Memorial Highway
This bill designates a portion of State Route 421 in Medina County as the 'CPL David James Amheiser Memorial Highway' and allows the director of transportation to erect suitable markers indicating its name. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB559 Allow for the waiver of peace officer refresher training
The bill allows for the waiver of refresher training for re-appointed peace officers for one year upon request from an appointing authority, with the Executive Director of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission required to respond within thirty days. This measure is declared an emergency due to the unavailability of required training courses. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB558 Designate Henrietta Lacks Day
This bill designates October 4th as 'Henrietta Lacks Day' in Ohio, recognizing the contributions of Henrietta Lacks to medical research. No penalties or specific requirements for observance are mentioned in the text. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB557 Prohibit judicial release denial solely on offense classification
The bill amends section 2929.20 of the Revised Code to prohibit the denial of judicial release based solely on the classification of an offense. It allows eligible offenders to file for judicial release after serving specified portions of their nonmandatory prison terms, with certain exceptions for serious offenses. The bill outlines the process for filing motions, court hearings, and the conditions under which judicial release may be granted or denied. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB556 Revise community control sanctions for felonies and misdemeanors
HB556 amends sections of the Revised Code to revise community control sanctions for felonies and misdemeanors, changing the maximum periods of these sanctions and modifying confinement sanctions for technical violations. It specifies conditions under which individuals may avoid penalties for minor drug possession offenses if they seek medical assistance during an overdose. The bill also outlines the procedures for reporting violations and the potential penalties for offenders. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB555 Create Ohio Council of Skin and Scuba Divers, Inc. license plate
The bill creates a specialty license plate for the Ohio Council of Skin and Scuba Divers, Inc., allowing vehicle owners to apply for these plates. A contribution of ten dollars is required for each application, which will be deposited into a license plate contribution fund to support the organization's scholarships, outreach, and educational activities. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB554 Require government, private sellers to accept cash as payment
The bill requires governmental entities and private sellers to accept cash as payment for transactions totaling five hundred dollars or less. It prohibits charging higher prices for cash payments compared to other payment methods. Exceptions include transactions at airports. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB553 Require landlord to notify tenant of rent default before eviction
HB553 requires landlords to notify tenants of rent defaults within sixty days before initiating eviction proceedings. If the landlord fails to provide this notice, they cannot commence eviction until they notify the tenant, ninety days have passed, and a payment plan has been offered. The bill also stipulates that landlords must not evict tenants who comply with agreed payment plans. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB552 Regards Medicaid reimbursement for hospice providers
The bill amends section 5164.16 of the Revised Code to change Medicaid reimbursement for hospice providers, allowing reimbursement for room and board for hospice patients in nursing facilities or ICF/IID at a rate equal to 100% of the established rate for those facilities, effective no later than January 1, 2028. It also allows Medicaid recipients to receive certain home and community-based services without undergoing a level of care determination. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB551 Designate the Dale McCauley Memorial Intersection
This bill designates the intersection of United States route 250 and McCauley drive in Uhrichsville, Ohio, as the 'Dale McCauley Memorial Intersection.' The director of transportation is authorized to erect suitable markers indicating the name of the intersection. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB550 Require compensatory parenting time for parenting time violation
The bill requires courts to order compensatory parenting time for parents whose visitation rights have been violated or interfered with. It outlines the conditions under which compensatory time can be granted, including circumstances of unsubstantiated abuse reports and willful violations of parenting schedules. The bill also mandates courts to consider various factors when determining parenting time and visitation rights. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB55 Revise fees for the administration of a probate estate
The bill amends sections 2127.38 and 5721.10 of the Revised Code to revise the fees associated with the administration of a probate estate, including the distribution of sale proceeds from real property sold by an executor, administrator, or guardian. It specifies the order of payment for costs, expenses, and fees related to the sale and administration of the estate, as well as the state's lien on delinquent taxes. The bill also repeals existing sections related to these fees. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB549 Regulate cigar bars; create cigar sales and use tax exemption
The bill regulates cigar bars in Ohio, requiring them to obtain a license and adhere to specific operational guidelines, including prohibiting the sale of products other than premium cigars and restricting entry to individuals under 21. It also exempts cigars smoked on the premises from sales and use tax. Local municipalities may impose additional regulations or prohibit cigar bars altogether. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB548 Require alcohol, drug testing after officer use of force incident
The bill requires peace officers and corrections officers to submit to alcohol and drug testing within three hours after an incident involving the use of force. If the test indicates a prohibited concentration of substances, the officer's employer must report the results to the prosecutor and take corrective actions. Exceptions apply for officers who test positive for prescribed substances used according to a health professional's directions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB547 Enact the Kid Influencer Protection Act
The bill requires vloggers to hold a portion of their compensation earned from content featuring minors in a trust account, ensuring that minors receive a share of the earnings. It mandates record-keeping and reporting requirements for vloggers regarding the minors featured in their content. The bill also allows minors to take legal action against vloggers for non-compliance. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB546 Address minors working as performers in entertainment industry
HB546 amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code to regulate the employment of minors as performers in the entertainment industry. It establishes requirements for age and schooling certificates, limits working hours for minors under sixteen, mandates parental supervision, and requires medical certification for minors not of compulsory school age. Additionally, it mandates that a trust account be established for minors' earnings if they exceed a specified amount. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB545 Enact the School Busing Improvement Act
The School Busing Improvement Act mandates city, local, and exempted village school districts to provide transportation for qualifying riders, including students in community schools and nonpublic schools, and establishes a funding mechanism for transportation costs. It requires districts to report ridership data and allows for efficiency adjustments based on ridership density. The act also includes provisions for bus purchasing grants to replace older buses. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...