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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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 | 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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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 7: Make certain caregivers eligible for publicly funded child care

To amend section 5104.30 and to enact section 5104.302 of the Revised Code to make foster caregivers and kinship caregivers eligible for publicly funded child care.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill expands eligibility for publicly funded child care, which implies increased government spending and appropriations for a public service.80% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands access to publicly funded child care, indirectly supporting early childhood development and educational readiness for foster/kinship children, thus enhancing educational access.65% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill makes foster/kinship caregivers eligible for publicly funded child care, a human service supporting family stability and well-being, linked to 'Health and Human Services' subject.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill makes caregivers eligible for publicly funded child care, which removes a barrier to workforce participation, indirectly supporting employment for these individuals.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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passed · Ohio · Senate Jun 9, 2026

SB 218: Exempt armed forces-certified child care provider from licensure

To amend section 5104.02 of the Revised Code to exempt from licensure family child care providers certified by a branch of the United States armed forces.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill exempts armed forces-certified child care providers from state licensure, potentially easing their ability to operate and engage in labor by reducing regulatory hurdles.65% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill exempts child care providers certified by the armed forces from state licensure, easing administrative burdens for military-affiliated individuals and supporting the broader military community, including veterans.75% 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 Feb 18, 2026

HB 59: Revise and streamline the state's occupational regulations

HB 59 requires all occupational licensing boards (like those for nurses, electricians, or contractors) to undergo regular reviews to determine if they still serve a public need. Each board must submit detailed reports on their purpose, costs, staffing, and effectiveness, and then prove to legislative committees that their regulation is necessary for public safety, not duplicative, and not unduly restrictive. Committees must evaluate boards using 23 specific criteria, including whether less restrictive alternatives exist or if the board serves private interests. This law directly affects every state occupational licensing board by shifting the burden to demonstrate continued necessity, rather than assuming boards should remain in place. The goal is to eliminate unnecessary regulations that could increase costs or hinder economic activity.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates regular reviews of occupational licensing boards for purpose, costs, and effectiveness, promoting fiscal responsibility and efficient government spending.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 59 requires review of occupational licenses for professionals like nurses to ensure regulations aren't unduly restrictive, potentially increasing the healthcare workforce and improving patient access.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 59 aims to streamline occupational regulations, ensuring they are not 'unduly restrictive,' which could expand access to licensed professions and advance employment opportunities.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Labor & Employment

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