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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- SB156 Regards the success sequence curriculum
The bill requires the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce to develop a 'success sequence' curriculum for grades six to twelve, which emphasizes completing high school, obtaining full-time work, and marrying before having children to reduce poverty. School districts must provide instruction aligned with this curriculum and may modify it as necessary. The department will also establish a committee for reviewing the curriculum and adopt rules for its administration. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB155 Revise the real estate wholesaler law
The bill revises the law related to real estate wholesalers in Ohio, requiring wholesalers to provide a written disclosure statement to property owners before entering into contracts for residential real property. It establishes penalties for wholesalers who fail to comply with these disclosure requirements, allowing property owners to cancel contracts if disclosures are not made. The bill also outlines disciplinary actions against real estate licensees for various violations. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB154 Regards long-term care facility resident’s room monitoring
The bill allows residents of long-term care facilities, or their designated representatives, to authorize the installation and use of electronic monitoring devices in their rooms. The costs for these devices are to be borne by the residents or their representatives, and consent from co-residents is required for shared rooms. Facilities must provide a form for authorization and cannot discriminate against residents based on their decision to use monitoring devices. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB153 Require citizenship verification before an elector may vote
SB153 requires verification of an elector's citizenship before they may vote, modifying procedures regarding voter registration, voter roll maintenance, absent voting, and election petitions. It mandates that individuals provide proof of citizenship, with penalties for non-compliance, and establishes timelines for notification and verification processes. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB152 Allow wild animal rehab facility to get euthanasia drug permit
The bill allows wild animal rehabilitation facilities to obtain a limited license to administer euthanasia drugs under specific conditions, including certification requirements for personnel and adherence to approved methods of euthanasia. The bill outlines the application process for licensure and stipulates that only approved drugs may be used for euthanasia. It also mandates that facilities must comply with state regulations regarding the handling and administration of these drugs. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB151 Allow certain natural gas suppliers to offer carbon offsets
SB151 allows competitive retail natural gas service suppliers to offer voluntary carbon offset programs to customers, requiring suppliers to enter agreements with carbon offset registries and submit notices to the public utilities commission. The bill mandates that participation in these programs must not incur costs for non-participating customers or natural gas companies. It includes provisions for customer opt-in and opt-out options and allows for audits by the public utilities commission. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB150 Increase sports gaming tax; allocate for athletics, sports venues
The bill increases the sports gaming tax from 20% to 36% on sports gaming receipts and allocates the additional revenue to support interscholastic athletics and the renovation or construction of sports venues in Ohio. It establishes a sports venue redevelopment commission to evaluate and approve projects funded by the new tax revenue. The bill also outlines the conditions under which state funds can be used for sports facilities. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB15 Allow port authorities to establish a Common Bond Fund Program
The bill allows port authorities in Ohio to establish a Common Bond Fund Program to finance port authority facilities. It enables port authorities to issue obligations secured by a trust agreement and manage the program using credit enhancement facilities and cash reserves. The bill outlines the powers and authorizations for port authorities in relation to the program. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB149 Enter into the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact
The bill enacts the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact, allowing licensed Respiratory Therapists in Ohio to practice in other member states, thereby improving access to respiratory therapy services. It establishes a framework for cooperation among states, maintains state regulatory authority, and includes provisions for handling adverse actions against licensees. The compact aims to streamline administrative processes and support military families. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB148 Designate Specialist Lloyd Andrew Sellers Memorial Highway
This bill designates a portion of State Route 2 in Lake County as the 'Specialist Lloyd Andrew Sellers Memorial Highway' and allows the director of transportation to erect suitable markers indicating its name. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB147 Revise solid waste and construction and demolition debris laws
The bill revises laws governing the transfer and disposal of solid waste and construction and demolition debris, requiring counties to establish solid waste management districts and outlining procedures for counties to withdraw from joint districts. It mandates the creation of solid waste management plans, imposes fees on waste disposal, and sets conditions for the acceptance of out-of-district waste. The bill also includes provisions for the management of funds collected from these fees. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB146 Codify the common law action for piercing the corporate veil
The bill codifies the common law action for piercing the corporate veil, defining the conditions under which a covered person can be held liable for the obligations of a covered entity. It specifies the burden of proof required for such claims and outlines exceptions where liability cannot be imposed. The bill applies to all claims initiated on or after its effective date. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB145 Rename the Department of Development; modify the housing law
The bill, SB145, amends Ohio's housing law, primarily through the renaming of the Department of Development and various provisions that increase government oversight over housing and economic development. It introduces processes for tax credits, grants, and compliance requirements targeting affordable housing and minority business support while adjusting various bureaucratic frameworks associated with property and development. Overall, it exhibits a significant increase in state intervention in economic matters, conflicting with Libertarian principles advocating for minimal government control, free-market dynamics, and individual autonomy. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB144 Regards educator license grade bands
The bill amends sections 3319.079 and 3319.22 of the Revised Code to modify the specifications for educator licenses regarding grade bands. It allows holders of valid educator licenses to renew their licenses with either the previous or current grade band specifications, and it establishes standards for the issuance and renewal of various educator licenses. The bill also includes provisions for local professional development committees to oversee coursework for license renewal. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB143 Prohibit employment application question re: criminal background
The bill prohibits private employers from including questions about an applicant's criminal background on initial employment applications and restricts the consideration of such backgrounds in hiring decisions. Employers must conduct an individualized assessment if they intend to deny employment based on criminal history and provide written notice to applicants regarding any preliminary decisions. Exceptions apply for positions requiring background checks by law. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB142 Phase out subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities
The bill phases out the subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities over five years, prohibits new licenses for subminimum wage employment, and establishes a tax credit for purchases from nonprofit organizations that employ these individuals. It requires employers to submit transition plans to support individuals with disabilities in obtaining competitive employment. The act is named the Ohio Employment First and Greater Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities Act. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB141 Authorize tax levies supporting pre-kindergarten programs
The bill authorizes counties and other political subdivisions in Ohio to place tax levies on the ballot to support pre-kindergarten programs. It establishes conditions for the use of funds derived from these levies, requiring that they be allocated to nonprofit entities that provide early learning services to children aged four and above, with a focus on assisting families with incomes up to 400% of the federal poverty line. The bill includes provisions for accountability and recovery of improperly used funds. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB140 Regards freestanding birthing centers
The bill establishes regulations for freestanding birthing centers in Ohio, requiring each center to have a written plan for transferring patients to hospitals in case of emergencies. Accredited centers are exempt from needing a transfer agreement with hospitals, while non-accredited centers must have such an agreement. The bill does not specify penalties or timelines for compliance. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB14 Designate Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Day
This bill designates September 28 as 'Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Day' in recognition of Jo Ann Davidson, the first female speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives, who was born on that day in 1927. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB139 Designate Judge Nathaniel R. Jones Day
This bill designates May 13 as 'Judge Nathaniel R. Jones Day' in honor of the attorney, judge, and professor of law who was born on that day in Youngstown, Ohio, in 1928, and who committed his life to the advancement of civil rights. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB138 Modify alcohol, drug addiction, and mental health services laws
This bill modifies laws regarding boards of alcohol, drug addiction, and mental health services in Ohio, establishing a unified system for treatment and support for individuals with mental illnesses and addictions. It requires boards to develop community plans, ensure minimum service standards, and imposes penalties for not registering recovery housing residences. The bill also mandates the establishment of a data sharing and integration plan for better management of addiction and mental health services. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB137 Require hospitals to provide overdose reversal drugs
The bill requires hospitals to provide overdose reversal drugs to patients who present with symptoms of an opioid overdose or related conditions at the time of discharge from the emergency department, with certain exceptions. Hospitals are not required to provide the drug if the treating practitioner deems it inappropriate, if the patient already possesses the drug, if the hospital lacks supply, or if the patient refuses it. Additionally, hospitals must provide information on opioid use disorder and related services. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB136 Establish process to regulate carbon capture, storage technology
The bill establishes a regulatory framework for carbon capture and storage technologies in Ohio, granting the division of oil and gas resources management exclusive authority over these activities. It requires storage operators to obtain permits, adhere to safety and monitoring regulations, and ensures public notice and compliance with environmental standards. The bill also outlines the financial responsibilities of storage operators and the conditions for project completion certification. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB135 Regards real property foreclosures and estate sales
This bill amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code related to real property foreclosures and estate sales, detailing the distribution of sale proceeds, the roles of private selling officers, and the procedures for public auctions. It establishes requirements for appraisals, sale notifications, and the handling of unsold properties, including provisions for online auctions and remote bidding. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of the sheriff and private selling officers in conducting these sales. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference... - SB134 Abolish death penalty; regards funding of lethal injection drugs
This bill abolishes the death penalty in Ohio and introduces various provisions related to juror challenges, funding for legal representation of indigent defendants, public records access, and specific procedures surrounding inmate release and legal relief for wrongful convictions. It prohibits public funds for lethal injection drugs, establishes protocols for jury instructions and communications in crisis settings, and includes stipulations for fair treatment of accused individuals, especially concerning mental health assessments. While it generally aligns with Libertarian principles of individual rights and reducing state power, concerns about increased government oversight and its effects on personal liberties persist. (Introduced In Senate) Legislature reference...