Healthcare (Long-Term Care)

in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 906: Establish the Healthy Aging Task Force

HB 906 creates the Healthy Aging Task Force to study how an aging population affects Ohio's health, economy, and infrastructure. The group will include elected officials, state agency directors, and representatives from diverse backgrounds such as caregivers, older adults, businesses, and rural communities. This unpaid panel will gather expert opinions and public input to develop recommendations for improving healthy aging outcomes across five key areas, including disease prevention, housing, and long-term care. The task force must submit its final report to state leaders by September of the current year before it dissolves.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a task force to study aging impacts and develop recommendations for improving healthy aging outcomes, indicating intent to strengthen healthcare services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Public Health Tags Seniors

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 3, 2026

HB 956: Impose insurance requirements on certain Medicaid providers

HB 956 requires certain Medicaid providers to prove they have specific liability insurance before offering transportation or in-home care services. Providers must submit annual proof of commercial automobile insurance for transportation services and maintain a liability policy covering at least $250,000 for bodily injury or death when delivering in-home care. The bill defines in-home care services broadly to include personal care, home health, and other Medicaid services provided in residential or community settings. This legislation directly affects individuals and organizations currently providing these services under the Medicaid program.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill imposes new insurance requirements on Medicaid providers, potentially restricting access to in-home and transportation services due to added compliance burdens and costs.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Medicaid

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in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HB 822: Regards Medicaid personal needs allowance for certain individuals

To amend sections 173.541 and 5163.33 of the Revised Code regarding the Medicaid personal needs allowance for individuals eligible for the Medicaid-funded assisted living program and for residents of nursing homes and ICFs/IID.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill amends Medicaid personal needs allowances, expanding financial support and benefits for assisted living and nursing home residents.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Medicaid

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 390: Revise law governing nursing facilities in the Medicaid program

To amend sections 5165.06, 5165.151, 5165.158, 5165.19, 5165.26, and 5165.36 and to enact section 5165.061 of the Revised Code to make various changes to the law governing nursing facilities in the Medicaid program.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill amends nursing facility laws under Medicaid, likely improving standards and protections for healthcare services for vulnerable populations75% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Medicaid

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 384: Regards direct care staffing hour requirements for nursing homes

To amend section 3721.04 of the Revised Code to prohibit counting nurse and nurse aide nondirect care duties towards the direct care staffing hour requirements for nursing homes.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts nursing home staffing requirements by excluding nondirect care duties, potentially reducing patient care quality and access to comprehensive nursing services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Long-Term Care

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 750: Regards PACE program site expansion

This bill establishes a formal process for expanding the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) to new areas in the state that currently lack PACE services. It requires the Department of Aging to issue a request for proposals from interested entities, with submissions due within 90 days of the announcement. To qualify, applicants must submit a feasibility study, hold valid provider agreements, meet federal requirements, demonstrate experience serving frail older adults, and have or plan to have a suitable facility in their proposed service area. The Department will review proposals and select qualified entities, which can then apply to federal authorities for approval to begin services within two years. The bill also allows the Department to expand the program through other methods if needed and sets uniform rates for new PACE organizations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands PACE program access to elderly, improving healthcare service availability and coverage for frail older adults.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Medicaid

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passed · Ohio · Senate Sep 30, 2025

SR 194: In memory of Mary Rose Oakar.

This is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 194) adopted by the Ohio Senate on September 30, 2025, to honor Mary Rose Oakar, a former U.S. Representative from Ohio's 14th District and Ohio State Representative. The resolution recognizes her historic role as the first Democratic woman from Ohio, Arab-American woman, Syrian-American, and Lebanese-American elected to Congress, highlighting her work on women's issues, Social Security, elder care, and downtown Cleveland revitalization. It also notes her service on the Cleveland City Council, Ohio House of Representatives, State Board of Education, and her leadership in the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee. The resolution serves as a formal tribute to her legacy and is transmitted to her family.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill honors Mary Rose Oakar, recognizing her work on 'elder care,' which is a component of healthcare services.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 154: Regards long-term care facility resident’s room monitoring

To amend sections 3721.60, 3721.61, 3721.62, 3721.63, 3721.65, and 3721.66 of the Revised Code to make changes regarding electronic monitoring of a resident's room in a long-term care facility.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill regulates electronic monitoring in long-term care facilities, which directly impacts health services and resident protection within the healthcare topic.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill makes changes to electronic monitoring in long-term care facilities, indicating regulation of technology use to protect resident privacy and digital rights.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Nov 5, 2025

SB 314: Enact the Ohio Dementia Care Training Act for Nurse Aides

SB 314 requires nurse aides working in Ohio long-term care facilities to complete specialized dementia care training. The bill mandates that this training cover recognizing dementia symptoms, communication strategies, and person-centered care techniques. This applies to all nurse aides employed in facilities providing dementia care services. The training requirement would be enforced under new sections added to Ohio's Revised Code.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 314 mandates specialized dementia care training for nurse aides, directly requiring and therefore strengthening educational requirements and curriculum for a profession.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareSB 314 mandates specialized dementia training for nurse aides, which directly improves health services and the quality of care for patients in long-term facilities.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentSB 314 mandates specialized dementia care training for nurse aides, thereby strengthening employment standards and professional qualifications for workers in long-term care facilities.80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates specialized dementia care training for nurse aides in long-term care facilities, indirectly improving healthcare quality for veterans residing in such facilities.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Long-Term Care

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Nov 18, 2025

SB 319: Regards adult protective services provided by county JFS

SB 319 enacts a new section (5101.72) in Ohio's Revised Code that establishes requirements for county departments of job and family services (JFS) to provide adult protective services. This bill directly affects county JFS offices and vulnerable adults who may face abuse, neglect, or exploitation by mandating standardized procedures for service delivery. The new section specifies how investigations must be conducted, case management handled, and reports processed to ensure consistent protection. By creating this legal framework, the bill aims to improve accountability and uniformity in adult protective services across all Ohio counties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates new adult protective services for county JFS, requiring funding and impacting government spending and fiscal management at the county level.75% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill mandates investigations and reporting for abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable adults, which are often criminal acts, thereby supporting victim protection and potential justice.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes and standardizes adult protective services for vulnerable adults, strengthening their access to health and human services, long-term care, and mental health support.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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