Criminal Justice

in committee · Ohio · House Mar 5, 2025

HB 149: Enact Withholding Illegal Revenue Entering Drug Markets WIRED Act

To amend section 5747.98 and to enact sections 1315.131, 5502.80, and 5747.87 of the Revised Code to levy a transfer fee on money transmissions, to authorize an income tax credit based on the amount of the transfer fees paid, and to name this act Ohio's Withholding Illegal Revenue Entering Drug Markets (WIRED) Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill levies a transfer fee and authorizes an income tax credit, directly impacting state revenue and taxpayer burden as a fiscal strategy to combat illegal drug markets.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill aims to disrupt illegal drug markets by levying fees on money transmissions to withhold illegal revenue, indirectly strengthening efforts against drug-related crime.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 5, 2025

HB 136: Prohibit sexual orientation or gender identity discrimination

To amend sections 4112.01 and 4112.05 of the Revised Code to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, to add mediation as an informal method that the Ohio Civil Rights Commission may use, and to uphold existing religious exemptions under Ohio's Civil Rights Law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill protects civil rights by prohibiting discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity, aligning with the 'protects civil rights' indicator for supporting criminal justice.65% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibiting discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity can improve access to health services and protect patient rights for LGBTQ+ individuals.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation/gender identity, which includes housing discrimination, thus protecting tenant rights.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity, directly strengthening workers' rights and employment standards by protecting individuals from workplace discrimination.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights

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passed · Ohio · Senate May 20, 2026

SB 277: Clarify that child independent activity is not abuse or neglect

To enact section 2151.032 of the Revised Code to clarify that a child who is granted permission to engage in independent activities is not considered to be an abused or neglected child.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects parental civil rights by clarifying what is not child abuse/neglect, thereby limiting state intervention via the juvenile justice system.80% confidence

Tags Children

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in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 298: Legalize, tax internet gambling; make other Gambling Law changes

To amend sections 109.572, 2915.01, 2915.02, 3123.90, 3769.08, 3772.01, 3772.02, 3772.03, 3772.031, 3772.04, 3772.062, 5747.02, 5747.063, 5747.20, 5751.01, 5753.01, 5753.031, 5753.04, 5753.05, 5753.07, 5753.08, and 5753.12 and to enact sections 3771.01, 3771.02, 3771.03, 3771.04, 3771.05, 3771.06, 3771.07, 3771.08, 3771.09, 3771.10, 3771.11, 3771.12, 3771.13, 3771.14, 3771.99, 5753.022, and 5753.032 of the Revised Code to legalize and regulate internet gambling in this state, to levy a tax on businesses that provide internet gambling, and to prohibit online sweepstakes games.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'levy a tax' on internet gambling, which directly affects state taxation and budget revenue, thereby funding the topic area.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill legalizes internet gambling and amends criminal code sections (e.g., 2915.01, 2915.02), reducing the scope of criminalized activities related to gambling.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill legalizes and regulates internet gambling, directly involving the use of internet technology and likely requiring provisions for data handling and security.80% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 415: Enact CROWN Act regarding discrimination based on hair

To amend sections 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3319.48 of the Revised Code to enact the Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair (CROWN) Act to prohibit discrimination by a public school against an individual based on hair texture and protective hair styles.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 415 prohibits discrimination based on hair, which protects civil rights. Protecting civil rights is an indicator for supporting criminal justice reform.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 415 prohibits discrimination based on hair in public schools, enhancing educational access and creating a more inclusive environment for students within the education system.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 19, 2025

SB 133: Abolish the death penalty; revise number of juror challenges

To amend sections 9.07, 120.03, 120.041, 120.06, 120.14, 120.16, 120.18, 120.24, 120.26, 120.28, 120.33, 120.34, 149.43, 149.436, 1901.183, 2152.13, 2152.67, 2301.20, 2307.60, 2317.02, 2701.07, 2743.51, 2901.02, 2909.24, 2929.02, 2929.13, 2929.14, 2929.61, 2930.19, 2937.222, 2941.021, 2941.14, 2941.148, 2941.401, 2941.43, 2941.51, 2945.06, 2945.10, 2945.13, 2945.21, 2945.25, 2945.33, 2945.38, 2949.02, 2949.03, 2953.02, 2953.07, 2953.08, 2953.09, 2953.10, 2953.21, 2953.23, 2953.71, 2953.72, 2953.73, 2953.81, 2967.05, 2967.12, 2967.13, 2967.193, 2967.194, 2971.03, 2971.07, 5120.113, 5120.53, 5120.61, 5139.04, and 5919.16 and to repeal sections 109.97, 120.35, 2725.19, 2929.021, 2929.022, 2929.023, 2929.024, 2929.025, 2929.03, 2929.04, 2929.05, 2929.06, 2945.20, 2947.08, 2949.21, 2949.22, 2949.221, 2949.222, 2949.24, 2949.25, 2949.26, 2949.27, 2949.28, 2949.29, 2949.31, and 2967.08 of the Revised Code to abolish the death penalty and to modify the number of jurors that may be challenged in cases where a defendant may be sentenced to life imprisonment.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill's primary aim to "Abolish the death penalty" is a significant criminal justice reform, aligning with efforts to promote reform within the system.95% confidence

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passed · Ohio · House Nov 5, 2025

HB 258: Require notice before driver's license expires, instead of after

To amend section 4507.09 of the Revised Code to require the Registrar of Motor Vehicles send a notice prior to a driver's license expiring, rather than after expiration.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBy requiring proactive notice, the bill helps prevent individuals from inadvertently driving with an expired license, potentially reducing minor interactions with law enforcement and courts.60% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill enhances vehicle regulation within transportation by improving the driver's license renewal process, making it easier for drivers to remain compliant.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Traffic Safety Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 43: Repeal the authorization of a special county lodging tax

SB 43 repeals the legal permission for Ohio counties to impose a special 3% lodging tax on hotel stays. This directly affects counties that previously had the authority to levy this tax, removing their ability to collect it for purposes like funding convention bureaus or public safety services. The bill eliminates the specific provision (Section 5739.09 of the Revised Code) that authorized the tax, ending the legal basis for counties to enact or maintain this tax without further legislative action.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill repeals a county lodging tax, thereby removing a source of revenue for counties and limiting their fiscal capacity for funding local services.95% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeSB 43 repeals a tax that counties could use to fund public safety services, thereby removing a potential funding source for criminal justice.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 5, 2025

HB 45: Prohibit certain firearm transfers without a background check

To amend section 2923.11 and to enact section 2923.26 of the Revised Code to prohibit a federally licensed firearms dealer from transferring a firearm unless the transferee passes a background check.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill strengthens criminal justice by requiring background checks for firearm transfers, aiming to prevent crime and enhance public safety.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 26, 2025

HB 185: Regards an individual's persona usage; prohibit certain deepfakes

To amend sections 2741.01, 2741.02, 2741.05, 2741.06, 2741.09, and 2905.11 and to enact sections 2742.01, 2742.02, 2742.03, and 2742.04 of the Revised Code to make changes to the law relating to the unauthorized use of an individual's persona and to prohibit certain unauthorized deepfake recordings.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill prohibits certain deepfake recordings and unauthorized persona usage, expanding the scope of actions that can be criminalized or lead to legal action, thus impacting law enforcement and courts.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill prohibits unauthorized deepfake recordings and regulates persona usage, protecting individuals' digital rights and regulating harmful technology applications for consumer protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection Social Media

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