Labor & Employment

signed · Ohio · House Sep 7, 2026

HB 311: Designate EMS week in Ohio

HB 311 designates the third full week of May each year as "EMS Week in Ohio" under Ohio law. This bill directly affects Ohio residents and emergency medical services (EMS) personnel by establishing a recognized period for public acknowledgment of their work. The key provision is the statutory designation of the specific week, creating no new policies or funding but formally honoring EMS contributions. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no direct impact on healthcare operations or regulations.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 311 formally honoring EMS personnel elevates public recognition of their labor, indirectly supporting this employment sector.65% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

signed · Ohio · House Aug 26, 2026

HB 393: Require certain facilities assist inmates in obtaining ID cards

HB 393 requires community-based correctional facilities (like halfway houses or work release programs) to help inmates obtain state identification cards before their release. This applies specifically to individuals transitioning from community-based programs back into the general population. The bill mandates facilities provide assistance with ID applications, including necessary forms and documentation. This ensures released individuals have essential identification for accessing housing, employment, and public services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates state-funded correctional facilities assist inmates with ID acquisition, requiring operational costs from the state budget for an essential re-entry program.75% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 393 supports criminal justice by facilitating inmate rehabilitation and reducing recidivism through assistance with obtaining essential ID cards for reentry.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBy requiring facilities to help inmates obtain ID cards, HB 393 removes a significant barrier to accessing healthcare services and insurance for released individuals.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 393 explicitly states that assisting inmates in obtaining ID cards helps them access housing upon release, removing a significant barrier for a vulnerable population.92% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 393 helps released inmates obtain IDs, which is essential for accessing employment, thereby advancing their ability to participate in the labor market.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 393 helps inmates obtain state ID cards, including driver's licenses. This facilitates legal access to personal transportation, supporting individual mobility within the transportation system.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

passed · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2026

HB 284: Require US-produced iron, steel be used on state-funded projects

To amend sections 153.011, 153.99, 3333.071, and 5525.21 of the Revised Code to require iron or steel that is produced in the United States be used on projects supported by state funds.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesHB 284 mandates the use of US-produced materials for state-funded projects, thereby restricting government spending flexibility and fiscal management options.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 284 requires US-produced materials for state projects, which is likely to increase demand for domestic manufacturing, supporting US employment and job creation.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 284 requires US-produced iron/steel for state-funded projects. This impacts transportation infrastructure construction, potentially strengthening its domestic supply chain.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 523: Enact the Future Educators Support Act

To enact sections 3319.66, 3319.70, 3345.84, and 6301.113 of the Revised Code to enact the Future Educators Support Act regarding financial support for student teachers and teaching as an in-demand job.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 523 enacts the Future Educators Support Act, providing 'financial support for student teachers,' which involves government spending and fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill explicitly provides financial support for student teachers and promotes teaching as an in-demand job, directly supporting educators and the education sector.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill provides financial support for student teachers and promotes teaching as an in-demand job, strengthening the labor market for educators.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 593: Regards paid family leave insurance

To amend section 3902.02 and to enact sections 3966.01, 3966.02, 3966.03, 3966.04, 3966.05, 3966.06, 3966.07, 3966.08, 3966.09, 3966.10, and 3966.11 of the Revised Code regarding paid family leave insurance.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 593 establishes paid family leave insurance, providing financial support for individuals taking leave due to personal or family health conditions, thus indirectly supporting health management and reducing financial stress.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 593 regards paid family leave insurance, which expands worker benefits and strengthens employment standards under Labor & Employment.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 25: Establish the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program

To enact sections 3301.96 and 3333.89 of the Revised Code to establish the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program, to require the Department of Education and Workforce to hire a full-time school foster care liaison, and to make an appropriation for the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 25 makes an appropriation for the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program, directly engaging in government spending and fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill establishes a scholarship program, mandates a foster care liaison, and appropriates funds, directly expanding educational access and support.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill requires the hiring of a full-time school foster care liaison, creating a new employment position.65% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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passed · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 253: License advanced practice respiratory therapists

To amend sections 2305.234, 2925.01, 2925.23, 2925.55, 2925.56, 2929.42, 3701.048, 3701.74, 3715.872, 3719.121, 3719.13, 3719.81, 4729.01, 4729.51, 4731.22, 4731.25, 4743.09, 4755.48, 4761.01, 4761.03, 4761.032, 4761.06, 4761.061, 4761.07, 4761.09, 4761.13, 4761.14, 4761.17, 4761.30, 4761.99, 4765.51, 4769.01, 5123.47, 5164.95, and 5903.12 and to enact sections 4761.033, 4761.20, 4761.21, 4761.31, 4761.311, 4761.32, 4761.33, 4761.34, 4761.35, 4761.36, 4761.37, 4761.38, 4761.39, 4761.391, 4761.40, 4761.41, 4761.42, 4761.44, 4761.45, 4761.46, and 4761.49 of the Revised Code to license advanced practice respiratory therapists.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill HB 253 proposes to license advanced practice respiratory therapists, directly supporting medical professionals and strengthening health services within the healthcare topic.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes or amends licensing for advanced practice respiratory therapists, directly impacting employment standards and professional recognition for this labor sector.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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passed both · Ohio · Senate Nov 5, 2025

SCR 3: Urge Fair Labor Standards Act changes for employees under 16

To urge Congress to make changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act to allow a person under 16 years of age to be employed between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. during the school year.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentThe bill proposes changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act to allow minors under 16 to work later during the school year, which weakens existing worker protections for child labor.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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signed · Ohio · Senate Sep 30, 2025

SB 39: Provide for informational poster on veteran benefits and services

To enact section 4113.13 of the Revised Code regarding the creation and display of a poster containing information on benefits and services for veterans.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides information on veteran benefits and services, which include healthcare. This indirectly improves veterans' access to existing health services and support.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill requires displaying information on veteran benefits and services. This expands access to resources for veteran employees, indirectly supporting their welfare and employment within the workplace.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill creates a poster to inform veterans about available benefits and services, directly advancing access to veteran support.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

signed · Ohio · Senate Sep 30, 2025

SB 114: Prohibit law enforcement from using quotas for arrests, citations

SB 114 bans law enforcement agencies from setting mandatory targets for arrests or citations. It directly affects police departments and officers who previously may have been required to meet specific numerical goals. The bill creates a new state law section (109.70) making it illegal to use such quotas. This is a direct policy change prohibiting a specific practice, not a broader reform.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeSB 114 bans law enforcement quotas for arrests/citations, enhancing police accountability and potentially protecting civil rights within the criminal justice system.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentSB 114 protects law enforcement officers from mandatory quotas, which improves their employment standards and working conditions, aligning with workers' rights.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBy prohibiting quotas for citations, including traffic offenses, SB 114 may enhance transportation safety by promoting more focused and effective enforcement.65% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment