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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- HB521 Enact the Ohio Nurse Workforce and Safe Patient Act
The bill requires hospitals to establish and comply with registered nurse staffing plans to ensure patient safety, creates a Nursing Student Loan-to-Grant Program for nursing students with a service obligation, and mandates penalties for non-compliance. It also includes provisions for monitoring and reporting on staffing levels and allows for deviations during public health emergencies. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB520 Establish Blue Ribbon Comm. in each county to improve efficiency
The bill establishes a Blue Ribbon Committee in each Ohio county to review and assess taxing units and county programs to identify duplication of services and improve efficiency. The committee will consist of local officials and residents, and is required to submit a report with recommendations within one year of its establishment. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB52 Revise the practice of certified registered nurse anesthetists
This bill revises the practice of certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) in Ohio, establishing new definitions and regulations regarding their scope of practice, supervision requirements, and collaboration with physicians, podiatrists, and dentists. It specifies that CRNAs may administer anesthesia under supervision and outlines conditions under which they may perform certain nursing care activities. The bill also repeals existing sections related to CRNA practices. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB519 Prohibit specified actions with intent to steal a motor vehicle
The bill prohibits possession of an electronic device under circumstances indicating an intent to steal a motor vehicle. It defines 'electronic device or tool' and establishes prima-facie evidence of criminal purpose related to such possession. Violators may be charged with a misdemeanor or felony depending on the intent and circumstances. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB518 Regards truancy, contributing to delinquency of a child
Bill HB518 amends sections related to truancy and contributing to the delinquency of a child. It allows courts to impose various dispositions on children adjudicated as unruly or delinquent, including community service, counseling, and driver's license suspensions. The bill also holds parents accountable for their child's truancy, potentially requiring them to participate in community service or mediation programs. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB517 Regards special assessments for shade trees
The bill amends section 727.011 of the Revised Code to allow municipalities to establish districts for the control, planting, maintenance, trimming, and removal of shade trees in public rights-of-way. It permits the levy of special assessments on real property within these districts to cover costs, with exemptions for certain nonprofit land conservation organizations. The ordinance must be published and can involve the issuance of bonds for anticipated assessments. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB516 Designate 83rd Ohio Division Memorial Highway
The bill designates a portion of State Route 5 in Portage County and Trumbull County as the '83rd Ohio Division Memorial Highway' and allows the director of transportation to erect suitable markers indicating its name. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB515 Regards ADAMH boards and board contracts
The bill amends sections 340.02 and 340.036 of the Revised Code to establish guidelines for the composition and size of boards of alcohol, drug addiction, and mental health services in Ohio. It specifies the appointment process, membership requirements, and conditions for board contracts, including stipulations on conflicts of interest and training for board members. The bill also outlines the process for changing board size and the requirements for contracting with service providers. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB514 Regards public records of minors, sex offender library boxes
The bill specifies that videos taken by public offices depicting minors at public recreational facilities with water activities are not public records and are subject to restricted release. It also prohibits individuals convicted of sexually oriented or child-victim oriented offenses from establishing or maintaining library boxes, with violations classified as a misdemeanor of the first degree. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB513 Let certain entities apply Prevailing Wage to public projects
HB513 allows political subdivisions, special districts, and state institutions of higher education to elect to apply the Prevailing Wage Law to public improvement projects and increases the threshold amount that triggers the application of the law for certain state public improvements. The bill modifies existing sections of the Revised Code related to public improvements and prevailing wages. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB512 Modify law re: project labor agreements in public contracts
The bill modifies the law regarding project labor agreements in public improvement contracts by prohibiting public authorities from requiring contractors to enter into agreements with labor organizations or from discriminating against contractors based on their labor organization affiliations. It also stipulates that state funds cannot be distributed to municipalities or counties that impose such requirements. Complaints regarding violations can be filed in court within two years. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB511 Increase appropriations for Campus Student Safety Grant Program
HB511 increases appropriations for the Campus Student Safety Grant Program from $1,000,000 to $11,000,000 for the biennium ending June 30, 2027. It amends Section 381.10 of H.B. 96 of the 136th General Assembly to reflect these changes. The bill does not specify any penalties or exceptions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB510 Prohibit requiring employees to join, pay dues to employee org.
HB510 prohibits any requirement for employees to join or pay dues to an employee organization as a condition of employment. It amends existing laws related to collective bargaining and establishes penalties for violations. The bill applies to public officers and employees in Ohio. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB51 Designate Lt. James A. Kirkendall Memorial Highway
This bill designates a portion of U.S. Route 33 in Auglaize County as the 'Lt. James A. Kirkendall Memorial Highway' and allows the director of transportation to erect suitable markers indicating its name. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB509 Exclude certain financial records in criminal record expungement
Bill HB509 amends section 2953.32 of the Revised Code to exclude certain financial records held by clerks of court from destruction upon ordered expungement of a criminal record. It specifies which convictions are not eligible for expungement and outlines the application process and timelines for sealing or expunging records. The bill also details the court's responsibilities during the hearing process for such applications. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB508 Enact the Better Access to Health Care Act
The bill modifies laws governing the practice of advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) in Ohio, specifically regarding maternity care coverage, allowing for a minimum of 48 hours of inpatient care after a normal vaginal delivery and 96 hours after a cesarean delivery. It also mandates coverage for follow-up care directed by APRNs and prohibits health insurers from penalizing providers for recommending necessary care. Additionally, it allows APRNs to practice without a standard care arrangement after meeting specific experience requirements. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB507 Prohibit a person from receiving proceeds of prostitution
The bill prohibits any person from receiving proceeds from prostitution, defining 'proceeds' as money or any other thing of value earned from sexual activity for hire. Exceptions are made for prostitutes receiving money from their own engagement in such activities. Violations are classified as felonies, with increased penalties if the prostitute is under eighteen years of age. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB506 Designate George Walker Memorial Highway
This bill designates a portion of I-71 in Franklin County as the 'George Walker Memorial Highway' and allows the director of transportation to erect suitable markers indicating its name. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB505 Restrict use of crowdfunding money for other purposes
The bill restricts the use of funds collected through crowdfunding to only the purposes specified in the solicitation. It mandates crowdfunding platforms to include terms of service that prohibit misallocation of funds and requires the return of excess funds to donors. Additionally, it establishes penalties for violations and reporting requirements for crowdfunding platforms. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB504 Enact the Calculated Adjustments for Property Surges (CAPS) Act
The Calculated Adjustments for Property Surges (CAPS) Act allows counties to temporarily exempt a portion of increased property value from taxation following a reappraisal. This applies to real property and qualifying manufactured homes that have seen a significant increase in taxable value. The tax reduction is set at two-thirds for the current tax year and one-third for the following year, with specific procedures for resolution adoption and certification. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB503 Regards voter approval of municipal income tax reciprocity credit
HB503 requires voter approval for any modifications to municipal income tax reciprocity credits and allows voters to initiate the adoption, modification, or repeal of such credits. Municipal corporations must file petitions and conduct elections to change these credits, with specific procedures outlined for the election process. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB502 Appropriate funds for SNAP, TANF, WIC upon lapse in federal funds
This bill appropriates funds from the Budget Stabilization Fund to continue financing the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) in the event of a lapse in federal funding. The funding will be equivalent to the amounts that would have been received from federal sources and will expire once federal funding resumes. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB501 Modify and rename the wrongful incarceration law
This bill modifies and renames the wrongful imprisonment law to wrongful incarceration, detailing the process for wrongfully imprisoned individuals to seek compensation through civil actions in the court of claims. It specifies eligibility criteria, compensation amounts, and procedural requirements for filing claims, including timelines and jurisdictional details. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of state officials in managing these claims and the conditions under which compensation may be denied. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB500 Designate a school JROTC program as a career-technical ed program
The bill designates a junior reserve officer training corps (JROTC) program offered by a school district as part of the district's career-technical education program, allowing for state approval and funding calculations related to these programs. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference... - HB50 Designate PFC John Wayne Richard Memorial Highway
This bill designates a portion of State Route 47 in Darke County as the 'PFC John Wayne Richard Memorial Highway' and authorizes the director of transportation to erect suitable markers indicating its name. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...