To amend sections 145.47, 742.31, 3307.27, 3309.47, 4117.08, and 5505.15 of the Revised Code to prohibit a public employer from paying employee contributions to a state retirement system.
SB 234 would raise the state's minimum hourly wage rate for covered workers. It directly affects employees earning the current minimum wage and employers required to pay it. The bill amends specific sections of the Revised Code to establish a new, higher minimum wage rate and repeals the existing minimum wage provision (section 4111.07). This change would take effect on a specified date, increasing pay for eligible workers.
To enact sections 1357.01, 1357.02, 1357.03, 1357.04, 1357.05, 1357.06, 1357.07, 1357.08, 1357.09, 1357.10, 1357.11, and 1357.12 of the Revised Code to declare artificial intelligence systems nonsentient and to prohibit them from obtaining legal personhood.
To amend section 4511.01 of the Revised Code to designate certain OEPA and PUCO vehicles as public safety vehicles that are exempt from certain traffic laws and to make an appropriation.
SB 255 would create a new program under Ohio law to provide state grants to eligible residents. The grants would directly assist qualifying households with payments for mortgage principal, property taxes, and utility bills. The bill establishes a specific funding mechanism (section 175.50 of the Revised Code) to distribute these financial supports. It focuses on concrete financial relief for low-to-moderate income homeowners facing housing cost burdens.
To recognize that the national debt is a threat to the national security of the United States and to urge the United States Congress to commit to establishing an effective regular order for budgeting.
HR 247 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Herlihy Funeral Home for its 100th anniversary. It formally recognizes the business's centennial milestone through a symbolic gesture in Congress, without creating any new laws, policies, or affecting any specific group or program. This is a procedural resolution with no substantive legislative impact.
To enact sections 3779.01, 3779.02, 3779.03, and 3779.99 of the Revised Code to establish specified requirements governing the sale and testing of intoxicating hemp products.
SB 248 designates April as "Sikh Awareness Month" by adding section 5.2323 to the Revised Code. This symbolic recognition does not create new legal requirements or funding but formally acknowledges the Sikh community's cultural contributions within the state. The bill aims to promote public awareness and appreciation of Sikh heritage through this annual designation. It directly affects the state government, which would reference the designation in official communications, and encourages community engagement without mandating specific actions.
To amend sections 4303.271, 5743.15, and 5743.61 of the Revised Code to require the renewal of various licenses or permits related to liquor, tobacco, and vapor products within forty-eight hours of filing.
HR 246 is a ceremonial resolution honoring SS. Philip and James School for its 150th anniversary. It does not create new laws, provide funding, or affect any policies or individuals. The bill solely expresses congressional recognition of the school's historical milestone through a formal statement. This is a non-binding, symbolic gesture with no practical impact on constituents or legislation.
To amend section 9.79; to enact new sections 4710.01, 4710.02, 4710.03, and 4710.04 and sections 4710.05, 4710.06, 4710.07, 4710.08, 4710.09, 4710.10, 4710.11, 4710.12, 4710.13, 4710.14, 4710.15, 4710.16, 4710.17, 4710.18, and 4710.19; and to repeal sections 4710.01, 4710.02, 4710.03, 4710.04, and 4710.99 of the Revised Code to provide for the licensure of debt services providers.
