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All 11,589 Active 170 In committee 12 Passed 6,361 Signed 424 Failed 6
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signed · Ohio · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SB 273: Enact the Keep Them Safe Act

SB 273, titled "Enact the Keep Them Safe Act," creates new guidelines for the voluntary storage of firearms and provides civil immunity to individuals who store firearms for others under these guidelines. It directly affects gun owners, family members, or others who voluntarily store firearms for safekeeping, such as when leaving guns with relatives or neighbors. The key provision grants legal protection (civil immunity) to those who store firearms in compliance with the new rules, shielding them from lawsuits if the firearms are later used improperly. This bill changes the legal landscape by encouraging safe storage practices through immunity, rather than imposing new restrictions.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeSB 273 establishes new guidelines for firearm storage and grants civil immunity, providing legal protections that clarify liabilities within the broader justice system.75% confidence
Kyle Koehler (R)
in committee · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 677: Regards custody interference, missing children, certain call data

To amend section 2919.23 and to enact sections 2929.45, 4927.25, 4927.26, 4927.27, 4927.28, 4927.29, and 5502.55 of the Revised Code to modify the law governing interference with custody, to require wireless service providers to provide call location information to law enforcement in certain emergency situations, and to create an endangered missing child alert.
Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRequires wireless providers to disclose call location data to law enforcement in emergencies, weakening data privacy protections per bill's mandate on call data sharing.90% confidence
Eric Synenberg (D) Cindy Abrams (R)
in committee · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 484: Create Workforce Investment Now (WIN) Child Care pilot program

To create the Workforce Investment Now (WIN) for Child Care pilot program to provide publicly funded child care to child care staff members and to make an appropriation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation' to fund a new pilot program, directly impacting state budgets and government spending by allocating funds.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill supports child care staff, who are educators, by providing publicly funded child care, strengthening the workforce and indirectly supporting early childhood education access.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill creates a program under 'Health and Human Services' to fund child care, indirectly supporting public health, family well-being, and the workforce.60% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill provides publicly funded child care to child care staff members, which expands worker benefits for a specific employment group.90% confidence
Gary Click (R) Mike Odioso (R) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 463: Revise driver education requirements

To amend sections 4507.05, 4507.071, 4507.21, and 4508.02 and to enact section 4508.041 of the Revised Code to make changes to driver education requirements.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill revises driver education requirements, which directly enhances transportation safety by improving driver competency on roads and within the transportation system.95% confidence
Roy Klopfenstein (R) Brian Lorenz (R) · 5 co-sponsors
passed · Ohio · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 413: Regards Ohio State, Local Government Expenditure Databases

To amend sections 113.70, 113.71, 113.72, 113.73, 113.74, 113.75, 113.76, and 5501.521; to enact new section 113.77 and sections 113.80, 113.81, 113.82, 113.83, and 113.84; and to repeal section 113.77 of the Revised Code to create the Ohio Local Government Expenditure Database and require political subdivision participation, to require the state retirement systems to participate in the Ohio State Government Expenditure Database, and to make an appropriation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates and expands government expenditure databases, promoting transparency and accountability in state and local government spending, and makes an appropriation.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill mandates the creation and participation in Ohio State and Local Government Expenditure Databases, directly advancing the application of technology within government operations.75% confidence
Bob Peterson (R) Tom Young (R)
in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 396: Expand the Address Confidentiality Program

HB 396 expands Ohio's Address Confidentiality Program to protect more individuals in high-risk situations. It directly affects victims of domestic violence, stalking, and other threats who need to keep their home addresses private from public records. The key provision updates the law to allow these individuals to use a secure P.O. box for official mail and address verification instead of their actual residence. This change helps them maintain safety while still accessing government services without revealing their location.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 396 protects victims of domestic violence and stalking by expanding address confidentiality, strengthening victim support within the criminal justice system.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHB 396 protects personal data (addresses) for vulnerable individuals by keeping them confidential from public records, aligning with data privacy objectives.80% confidence
Bernie Willis (R)
signed · Ohio · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 56: Revise medical and adult-use marijuana laws; levy marijuana taxes

To amend sections 121.04, 121.08, 519.21, 928.03, 3376.07, 3780.01, 3780.06, 3780.08, 3780.10, 3780.11, 3780.31, 3796.01, 3796.02, 3796.03, 3796.032, 3796.05, 3796.06, 3796.061, 3796.07, 3796.09, 3796.10, 3796.11, 3796.12, 3796.13, 3796.14, 3796.15, 3796.16, 3796.17, 3796.18, 3796.19, 3796.20, 3796.21, 3796.22, 3796.24, 3796.27, 3796.28, 3796.29, 3796.30, 4729.80, 4735.18, 4743.09, 4776.01, 5502.01, 5502.13, 5502.14, 5713.30, 5739.21, and 5739.99; to enact sections 3796.04, 3796.062, 3796.221, 3796.32, 3796.33, 3796.99, and 5739.27; and to repeal sections 3780.02, 3780.03, 3780.04, 3780.05, 3780.07, 3780.09, 3780.12, 3780.13, 3780.14, 3780.15, 3780.16, 3780.17, 3780.18, 3780.19, 3780.20, 3780.21, 3780.22, 3780.23, 3780.24, 3780.25, 3780.26, 3780.27, 3780.28, 3780.29, 3780.30, 3780.32, 3780.33, 3780.34, 3780.35, 3780.36, 3780.90, 3780.99, and 3796.021 of the Revised Code to consolidate the administration of the marijuana control program, revise the medical and adult-use marijuana laws, and to levy taxes on marijuana.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesLevies new marijuana taxes, directly increasing state revenue through taxation, aligning with fiscal management under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence
Steve Huffman (R)
in committee · Ohio · House Oct 15, 2025

HB 159: Create the manufacturing technologies assistance grant program

HB 159 creates a state grant program to help Ohio manufacturers adopt new manufacturing technologies. The bill establishes this program under Ohio law (section 122.162 of the Revised Code) and allocates state funds to support it. This program directly affects Ohio-based manufacturers who apply for and receive grants to upgrade their technology capabilities. The key mechanism is providing financial assistance for technology adoption, with funding secured through the state budget.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 159 allocates state funds from the state budget to create and support a new grant program, directly impacting government spending and appropriations.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHB 159 creates a state grant program to fund and assist Ohio manufacturers in adopting new manufacturing technologies, directly advancing technology.95% confidence
Nick Santucci (R) Steve Demetriou (R)
in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 2: Establish the Child Care Cred Program

House Bill 2 establishes the Child Care Cred Program by enacting a new section of the Revised Code. The bill also includes an appropriation to fund this program. The provided abstract does not detail the specific mechanisms of the program or who it directly affects beyond the general scope of child care.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly includes an appropriation to fund a new program, directly affecting state budgets and government spending.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill establishes and funds a child care program, which supports early childhood development and can enhance educational readiness and access.65% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 2 establishes and funds a child care program under 'Health and Human Services,' which indirectly supports public health and family well-being.65% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 2 establishes and funds a Child Care Cred Program, with 'Employment' listed as a subject. Child care programs typically support employment by removing barriers for workers.75% confidence
Mark Johnson (R)
in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 98: Establish the Community Connectors Workforce Program

House Bill 98 establishes the Community Connectors Workforce Program by enacting a new section in the Revised Code. This program is designed to support workforce development initiatives. The bill also includes a specific appropriation of funds to support the program's operation, directly affecting individuals and communities involved in workforce training and employment efforts.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill includes a specific appropriation of funds, directly affecting state budget and government spending to fund a new program.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes and funds the Community Connectors Workforce Program, directly supporting workforce development and training, which are educational initiatives.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes and funds a 'Community Connectors Workforce Program' to support workforce development and employment efforts.95% confidence
Josh Williams (R) Nick Santucci (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 95: Support members of Ohio Veterans Education Council

House Bill 95 proposes to provide state funding specifically for higher education institutions in Ohio. This appropriation is designated for institutions that are members of the Ohio Veterans Education Council. The bill aims to financially support these institutions in their work.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 95 proposes to provide state funding and an appropriation for higher education institutions, directly impacting state budgets and government spending.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill proposes state funding for higher education institutions, directly increasing financial support for the education sector.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHB 95 provides state funding to higher education institutions belonging to the Ohio Veterans Education Council, directly supporting initiatives for veterans' education.95% confidence
Andrea White (R) Brian Stewart (R)
in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 41: Establish certain child care grant programs

HB 41 establishes new grant programs aimed at supporting child care services. These programs will provide funding to child care providers, specifically to help increase child care capacity and create "learning labs." The bill also includes an appropriation to fund these new grant initiatives.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill includes specific appropriation to fund new child care grant programs, directly increasing public service funding under state budget.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill funds the creation of 'learning labs' within child care programs, enhancing early educational opportunities and access for young children.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBy funding child care programs, HB 41 indirectly supports labor & employment by enabling parents to participate in the workforce.75% confidence
Andrea White (R) Bill Roemer (R) · 9 co-sponsors