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The Ohio Assembly can have bills in process across all committees in both the House of Representatives and Senate.
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SB56: Revise medical and adult-use marijuana laws; levy marijuana taxes
SB56 revises medical and adult-use marijuana laws in Ohio, consolidates the administration of the marijuana control program, and establishes a 15% excise tax on adult-use marijuana sales. The bill also includes provisions for licensing cultivators, processors, and dispensaries, as well…
SB55: Regards operating under the influence of marihuana, OVI evidence
SB55 amends Ohio's laws regarding operating a vehicle or watercraft under the influence of marijuana, establishing specific thresholds for marijuana metabolite concentrations that constitute impairment. It allows for the admissibility of chemical test results in court and outlines penalties for…
SB54: Certify specialty residential construction contractor
The bill establishes a certification process for specialty residential construction contractors in Ohio, requiring them to complete an application, maintain liability insurance, and pay a certification fee. The certification is valid for five years and can be renewed with proof…
SB53: Regards civil actions for vandalism or riot activity injuries
The bill establishes civil actions for individuals who suffer injury or loss due to vandalism or riot activity, allowing them to seek compensatory and punitive damages from offenders and those who provided material support for such activities. It also prohibits…
SB52: Designate Congressman David Hobson Memorial Highway
This bill designates a portion of U.S. Route 33 in Fairfield County and I-70 in Clark County as the 'Congressman David Hobson Memorial Highway.' The Director of Transportation is authorized to erect suitable markers indicating the highway's name.
SB51: Establish legislative oversight of executive unemployment action
The bill establishes legislative oversight of executive actions related to voluntary federal unemployment compensation programs. It allows the Ohio General Assembly to disapprove agreements or orders issued by the governor or the director of job and family services that implement…
SB50: Regards age and schooling certificates, minor work hours
The bill amends sections 3331.02 and 4109.07 of the Revised Code to modify the requirements for age and schooling certificates and work hour regulations for minors under sixteen years of age. It specifies documentation needed for employment, limits work hours…
SB5: Expedite unauthorized occupant removal; prohibit fraudulent deeds
The bill provides for the expedited removal of unauthorized occupants from residential properties by allowing record owners or their agents to request immediate removal by law enforcement under specific conditions. It also prohibits the use and sale of fraudulent deeds…
SB49: Regards right of first refusal-acquiring school district property
The bill eliminates the right of first refusal for certain schools in acquiring school district real property, requiring boards of education to sell property at public auction or through private sale after a failed auction. It also establishes conditions under…
SB48: Regards auditing of chartered nonpublic schools
The bill mandates the auditor of state to conduct annual audits of chartered nonpublic schools that receive public funds, including those participating in the educational choice scholarship program and receiving reimbursements for administrative costs and auxiliary services. The existing section…
SB47: Require certain disclosures of for-profit school, college status
The bill requires for-profit community school operators and post-secondary educational institutions in Ohio to disclose their for-profit status on their official websites, promotional materials, and contracts for instruction. The disclosures must be prominently displayed in a type size that is…
SB46: Add screening awareness to Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
The bill amends section 5.2219 of the Revised Code to designate March as 'Colorectal Cancer Screening and Awareness Month,' adding a focus on screening awareness. It repeals the existing section 5.2219.
SB45: Expand eligibility for county sewer discounted rates or charges
The bill amends section 6117.02 of the Revised Code to expand eligibility for discounted rates or charges for county sewer services. It allows discounts for individuals who are 65 years or older, low- and moderate-income persons, or those experiencing temporary…
SB44: Allow students to concurrently receive certain state scholarships
The bill allows qualifying students to concurrently receive an Educational Choice scholarship or Pilot Project scholarship along with either an Autism or Jon Peterson Special Needs scholarship. It specifies that the total amount received under both scholarships cannot exceed the…
SB43: Repeal the authorization of a special county lodging tax
The bill repeals the authorization for counties to levy a special lodging tax on hotel transactions, which was previously set at a maximum rate of three percent. It eliminates the provisions for the tax's administration, allocation, and penalties for late…
SB42: Authorize residential stability zones with property tax exemption
SB42 authorizes local governments in Ohio to create residential stability zones where homeowners may qualify for a partial property tax exemption. The bill outlines eligibility criteria, including household income limits and minimum ownership periods, and specifies application procedures and the…
SB41: Designate Day of Tears
This bill designates January 22 as the 'Day of Tears' to observe the anniversary of the Supreme Court ruling on abortion and to remember unborn children lost to abortion. Residents are encouraged to lower their flags to half-staff on this…
SB40: Authorize tax credit for pregnancy resource center donations
The bill authorizes a nonrefundable tax credit for donations made to certified pregnancy resource centers and maternity homes in Ohio. The credit is limited to 50% of the taxpayer's aggregate tax liability for the taxable year, with provisions for carrying…
SB4: Create Election Integrity Unit; revise election law prosecution
The bill establishes an Election Integrity Unit within the Office of the Secretary of State to investigate allegations of election fraud and voter suppression. It allows the Attorney General to initiate prosecutions for election law violations if local prosecutors do…
SB39: Provide for informational poster on veteran benefits and services
The bill requires the director of commerce, in consultation with the director of veterans services, to create and display a poster containing information on various benefits and services available to veterans. Employers may display the poster in a conspicuous place…
SB38: Establish liability standard for certain food-related injuries
The bill establishes a liability standard for injuries caused by food consumption, requiring a reasonable expectation test to determine if the food contained harmful substances. It applies to civil actions for damages against food service operations or suppliers. The jury…
SB37: Require presidential primary election to be held on specified day
This bill mandates that presidential primary elections in Ohio be held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in May. It amends existing election laws to establish this specific date for presidential primaries, while allowing for exceptions as authorized…
SB36: Revise the law governing the practice of optometry
This bill revises the law governing the practice of optometry in Ohio, including amendments to the definitions and scope of practice for optometrists, the procedures they may perform, and the requirements for licensure and continuing education. It allows optometrists to…
SB35: Regards supported decision-making for certain disabled adults
The bill establishes supported decision-making as a less restrictive alternative to guardianship for adults with developmental disabilities, allowing them to make their own life decisions with the assistance of chosen supporters. It presumes adults with developmental disabilities are capable of…
SB34: Enact the Historical Educational Displays Act
The bill requires each school district in Ohio to display certain historical educational documents in classrooms and may erect monuments on school grounds. Schools must comply by July 1, 2026, and can fund displays through donations without being required to…
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