Healthcare (People with Disabilities)

in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HCR 44: Encourage DD boards adopt an advisory board of self-advocates

To encourage all county boards of developmental disabilities in Ohio to adopt an advisory board composed of self-advocates with developmental disabilities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes inclusion of self-advocates in DD boards, enhancing patient rights and mental health support for individuals with disabilities.85% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HB 864: Require driver’s license disability identifier, if requested

To amend sections 4506.07, 4506.11, 4507.06, 4507.13, 4507.51, and 4507.52 of the Revised Code to require the Registrar to include an identifying symbol on a driver's license, commercial driver's license, or state identification card for individuals with certain disabilities, if requested.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves access to healthcare by mandating disability identifiers on licenses, facilitating better medical identification and accommodations.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by mandating disability identifiers on licenses, aiding emergency responders and improving accessibility.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Tags People with Disabilities

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Apr 15, 2026

SB 414: Regards SUDEP, epilepsy license designation, disability database

To amend sections 3304.23, 4507.06, 4507.13, 4507.51, and 4507.52 and to enact sections 313.133, 3701.1311, 3705.081, 3902.65, and 5164.11 of the Revised Code regarding sudden unexpected death in epilepsy and to allow a person with epilepsy to enroll in the Disability Database and have an epilepsy designation on the person's driver's license or state ID.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves patient access and protects rights for people with epilepsy by enabling disability database enrollment and license designation.90% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 32: Designate Celebrating Disabilities Month

HB 32 designates the month of July as "Celebrating Disabilities Month" by enacting a new section in the Revised Code. This bill establishes a commemorative month to recognize and celebrate individuals with disabilities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDesignates a month to recognize and celebrate individuals with disabilities. This positive recognition supports the mental health and disabilities component of healthcare by promoting awareness and inclusion.65% confidence

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passed · Ohio · Senate Oct 22, 2025

SB 35: Regards supported decision-making for certain disabled adults

To enact sections 5123.68, 5123.681, 5123.682, 5123.683, 5123.684, 5123.685, and 5123.686 of the Revised Code to establish supported decision-making as a less restrictive alternative to guardianship for adults with developmental disabilities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeSB 35 establishes a less restrictive alternative to guardianship, enhancing autonomy and civil rights for disabled adults within the legal system, aligning with criminal justice reform.80% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareSB 35 establishes supported decision-making for disabled adults, supporting patient rights and autonomy within mental health and disability services, a component of Healthcare.88% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Apr 9, 2025

HB 225: Phase out subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities

To amend sections 4111.06, 4111.14, 5122.28, 5123.022, 5123.023, 5123.87, 5747.98, and 5751.98 and to enact sections 3304.45, 4111.061, 5747.87, and 5751.56 of the Revised Code to phase out the subminimum wage for individuals with physical or mental disabilities, to authorize a tax credit for purchases made from nonprofit corporations that hire such individuals, and to name this act the Ohio Employment First and Greater Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly authorizes a tax credit, which is a fiscal mechanism designed to incentivize and support purchases from nonprofits employing individuals with disabilities.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill aims to phase out subminimum wages for individuals with physical or mental disabilities, which supports their economic well-being and, by extension, their overall health and mental health outcomes.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPhasing out subminimum wages increases income for individuals with disabilities, indirectly improving their ability to afford housing and reducing housing insecurity.65% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill phases out subminimum wages for individuals with disabilities, directly increasing wages and protecting employment standards for this worker group.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill phases out subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities, which would positively impact veterans with disabilities by promoting fair wages and employment.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Minimum Wage Tags People with Disabilities

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 19, 2025

SB 142: Phase out subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities

To amend sections 4111.06, 4111.14, 5122.28, 5123.022, 5123.023, 5123.87, 5747.98, and 5751.98 and to enact sections 3304.45, 4111.061, 5747.87, and 5751.56 of the Revised Code to phase out the subminimum wage for individuals with physical or mental disabilities, to authorize a tax credit for purchases made from nonprofit corporations that hire such individuals, and to name this act the Ohio Employment First and Greater Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes a tax credit, which is a fiscal tool used to fund or incentivize specific programs or behaviors, aligning with the 'funds essential programs' indicator.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill phases out subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities, including mental disabilities, a subject explicitly listed, which can indirectly support their access to healthcare and overall well-being.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPhasing out subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities would increase their income, potentially improving their ability to afford housing and indirectly supporting affordable housing.65% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill phases out the subminimum wage for individuals with disabilities, directly increasing their wages and strengthening workers' rights within the Labor & Employment topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Labor Standards Minimum Wage Tags People with Disabilities

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