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.
If you are aware of a bill in committee that you would like to see added, reach out.
Items with icons have been reviewed on whether they align with the Libertarian Party of Ohio Platform and/or National Libertarian Platform.
✅ Aligns and passed by House/Senate
✔️ Aligns, still in committee
❌ Does not Align
Check on Recent Bill Activity.
- ❌ HB107 Enact the Platinum Providers Act
The bill modifies the Individual Microcredential Assistance Program (IMAP) to create platinum provider programs for training providers that assist low-income, partially unemployed, or totally unemployed individuals in earning microcredentials. It establishes application processes for training providers, reimbursement limits, and conditions for maintaining platinum provider status, including performance metrics related to microcredential completion rates. The bill also includes provisions for advance payments to training providers and requires demographic data collection. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...- The bill increases government involvement in education and workforce training, which conflicts with Libertarian principles advocating for minimal government interference in markets and individual choices. It imposes requirements on training providers and restricts their ability to charge for certain costs, which may undermine free market principles. The alignment scores reflect this conflict with core Libertarian values.
- Risks and Concerns:
- Increased government control over education and training programs
- Potential inefficiencies and misallocation of resources
- Dependence on government funding for training providers
- ❌ HB106 Enact Alyssa's Law
The bill establishes a pilot grant program for public and chartered nonpublic schools to purchase panic alert systems or contract for artificial intelligence firearm detection software. It appropriates $25,000,000 from the state treasury for this purpose and outlines requirements for grant eligibility, including the absence of existing security systems and specific criteria for the technology purchased. A report on the program's findings is required by December 1, 2027. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...- The bill increases government involvement in school security and mandates the use of specific technologies, which conflicts with LP principles of minimal government intervention and individual rights. The LPO's platform also emphasizes limited government powers and opposes government contracts that create cronyism, which this bill may inadvertently support.
- Risks and Concerns:
- Increased government control over school security measures
- Potential for cronyism in technology contracts
- Privacy concerns related to surveillance technology
- ❌ HB105 Revise non-recourse litigation funding agreement regulations
The bill enacts regulations for non-recourse litigation funding agreements in Ohio, defining terms, outlining requirements for agreements, and prohibiting certain practices by funding companies. It mandates clear communication of terms to consumers, allows for cancellation of agreements within ten days, and establishes penalties for violations. The bill also restricts agreements with foreign entities and ensures consumer rights are protected in the context of litigation funding. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...- The bill introduces regulatory oversight on litigation funding, which may conflict with the LP's emphasis on minimal government intervention in contracts and economic activities. However, it includes consumer protections that align with some LPO principles, leading to a mixed alignment score for both parties.
- Risks and Concerns:
- Increased government regulation may stifle market competition.
- Potential for unintended consequences in consumer access to funding.
- Regulatory complexity could lead to confusion among consumers and providers.
- ❌ HB104 Designate Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day
This bill designates February 14 as 'Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day' in Ohio. It establishes a specific date for awareness activities related to cardiovascular health. No penalties or enforcement mechanisms are specified. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...- The bill promotes a government-mandated awareness day, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of minimal government intervention and individual choice regarding health matters.
- Risks and Concerns:
- Increases government involvement in health awareness
- Potential for future mandates related to health initiatives
- ❌ HB103 Increase the homestead exemption amount and income limit
The bill amends sections 323.152 and 4503.065 of the Revised Code to increase the homestead exemption amount and income limit for qualifying individuals, including those who are permanently disabled, aged 65 or older, or surviving spouses of such individuals. It adjusts the income threshold for eligibility and specifies the calculation methods for tax reductions based on property value and effective tax rates. The changes apply to tax years 2025 and 2026 respectively. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...- The bill increases government involvement in taxation and benefits, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of minimal government intervention and free markets. It also establishes income limits and exemptions that could be seen as government overreach, opposing core Libertarian values.
- Risks and Concerns:
- Increased government control over property taxation
- Potential for cronyism in tax exemption processes
- Encouragement of dependency on government benefits
- ❌ HB102 Restrict sex offender from residing, loitering near victim’s home
The bill prohibits sex offenders and child-victim offenders from residing within 2,000 feet and loitering within 1,000 feet of the victim's residence. It allows for legal action against offenders who violate these restrictions and specifies penalties for non-compliance. Exceptions are made if the victim resides near the offender's residence. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...- The bill imposes restrictions on the rights of individuals who have already served their sentences, conflicting with the Libertarian principles of personal liberty and self-ownership. It also expands government control over personal relationships and housing choices, which contradicts the Libertarian Party's advocacy for minimal government intervention.
- Risks and Concerns:
- Increased government control over personal freedoms
- Potential for unjust punishment of individuals who have served their sentences
- Encouragement of discrimination against individuals based on past offenses
- ❌ HB101 Establish Law Student Encouragement Scholarship Pilot Program
The bill establishes the Law Student Encouragement Scholarship Pilot Program, which appropriates $350,000 to support underrepresented undergraduate students pursuing admission to law school. The program will provide scholarships of $4,000 per academic year, along with academic support and mentoring. The Ohio State Bar Association will manage the program and report on its outcomes by January 30, 2028. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...- The bill involves government funding and intervention in education, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of minimal government involvement and free market solutions in education. Both the LP and LPO platforms emphasize individual rights and limited government, opposing state-funded programs that could be seen as social engineering.
- Risks and Concerns:
- Increased government spending
- Potential for cronyism in scholarship distribution
- Undermining of free market education solutions
- ❌ HB100 Authorize grant program for retailers that sell donated goods
The bill establishes a temporary grant program for qualifying retailers that sell donated goods, specifically those that are 501(c)(3) organizations providing job training and placement services for individuals facing workplace disadvantages. Qualifying retailers can apply for grants equal to up to 25% of the state sales tax revenue collected from their sales in the previous fiscal year, with a maximum award of one million dollars per fiscal year. The bill includes provisions for reporting and compliance regarding the use of grant funds. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...- The bill involves government grants and appropriations, which conflict with the Libertarian principles of minimal government intervention and free market operations. It also establishes a program that could be seen as promoting cronyism and government dependency, opposing the core tenets of both the LP and LPO platforms.
- Risks and Concerns:
- Increased government control over economic activities
- Potential for cronyism in grant distribution
- Dependency on government funding by nonprofits
- ❌ HB10 Regulate imitation meat and egg products
The bill regulates imitation meat and egg products by requiring educational institutions and state colleges to adopt policies that prevent the purchase of misbranded meat or egg products and cultivated-protein food products. It establishes penalties for violations and mandates compliance with labeling standards for such products. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...- The bill imposes government regulations on food labeling and purchasing, which conflicts with Libertarian principles of personal choice and free markets. It restricts individual rights to choose what to consume and increases government control over market transactions.
- Risks and Concerns:
- Increased government intervention in personal choices
- Potential for legal challenges regarding food labeling
- Economic impact on producers of imitation products
- ❌ HB1 Enact Ohio Property Protection Act
The bill modifies laws prohibiting certain governments, businesses, and individuals from acquiring specific real properties, particularly agricultural land and properties near military installations or critical infrastructure. It establishes a registry of foreign adversaries and outlines penalties for violations, including divestment of property acquired in violation of the law. The bill requires property conveyance statements to include affirmations regarding the eligibility of the property for tax reductions and compliance with acquisition restrictions. (Introduced In House) Legislature reference...- The bill imposes restrictions on property ownership based on nationality and government affiliation, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of individual rights and property rights. It introduces government control over property transactions and limits the freedom of individuals and businesses to acquire property, which is contrary to the core tenets of both the LP and LPO platforms.
- Risks and Concerns:
- Increased government control over property rights
- Potential discrimination based on nationality
- Restrictions on free market transactions
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Ohio House Bills with summary.
Ohio Senate Bills with summary.
For a comprehensive and up-to-date list of all bills, please refer to the official Ohio Legislature website.