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HB 231 Ohio House · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

Enact the Paid Parental Leave Act

Summary
To amend section 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.74 of the Revised Code to create an income tax credit for employers that provide paid parental leave and to name this act the Paid Parental Leave Act.
Issues: ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill creates an income tax credit for employers, which reduces state tax revenue and thus limits the state's fiscal capacity.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill incentivizes paid parental leave, which is known to improve maternal and infant health outcomes, support parental mental well-being, and is listed under 'Health and Human Services'.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill creates tax credits for employers offering paid parental leave, which directly expands worker benefits and strengthens employment standards.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Apr 15, 2025 Last action Apr 30, 2025
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Committee
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Apr 30, 2025
Committee
Referred to committee
lower
Apr 15, 2025
Introduced
Introduced
lower
2 primary · 3 co-sponsors

Sponsors

Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Photo of Josh Williams
Josh Williams
RRepublican
OH
44
P
Photo of Melanie Miller
Melanie Miller
RRepublican
OH
67
Co
Photo of Jennifer Gross
Jennifer Gross
RRepublican
OH
45
Co
Photo of Kellie Deeter
Kellie Deeter
RRepublican
OH
54
Co
Photo of Tex Fischer
Tex Fischer
RRepublican
OH
59