Labor & Employment (Workers' Compensation)

in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HCR 41: Encourage Governor, others to recognize Workers Memorial Day

This bill is a non-binding resolution that encourages the Governor and various public groups to observe Workers Memorial Day. It asks state leaders to issue a proclamation and urges agencies, schools, and civic organizations to hold events focused on workplace safety. The measure aims to raise awareness about the importance of preventing workplace injuries and diseases. If passed, the House Clerk will send copies of the resolution to the Governor and the news media.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill promotes workplace safety awareness and encourages public observance of Workers Memorial Day, aligning with protecting worker well-being.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation Workplace Safety

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in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HB 840: Regards pay, workers' comp for transportation network drivers

To amend sections 4121.01, 4123.01, 4123.26, 4123.29, 4123.35, 4925.01, and 4925.10 and to enact sections 4925.15, 4925.16, 4925.17, 4925.18, 4925.19, 4925.20, 4925.25, 4925.26, 4925.27, and 4925.28 of the Revised Code regarding minimum pay, workers' compensation, and other requirements applicable to transportation network company drivers.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes minimum pay and workers' compensation for transportation network drivers, directly protecting worker rights and benefits.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill strengthens protections for transportation network drivers by mandating minimum pay and workers' compensation, enhancing safety and labor standards within the transportation sector.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Gig Economy Labor Standards Workers' Compensation

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 396: Establish family and medical leave insurance benefits

To amend section 5747.01 and to enact sections 4143.01, 4143.02, 4143.03, 4143.04, 4143.05, 4143.06, 4143.07, 4143.08, 4143.09, 4143.10, 4143.11, 4143.12, 4143.13, 4143.14, 4143.15, 4143.16, 4143.17, and 4143.18 of the Revised Code to establish family and medical leave insurance benefits.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes family and medical leave insurance benefits, expanding healthcare access and protecting patient rights by enabling time off for health needs.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes family and medical leave insurance benefits, expanding worker protections and benefits in the labor and employment sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave Workers' Compensation

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passed · Ohio · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 343: Regards workers' compensation coverage-urban search and rescue

To amend sections 5502.29 and 5502.41 and to enact section 5502.301 of the Revised Code regarding workers' compensation coverage for a member of an urban search and rescue unit rendering assistance in Ohio at the request of the state's Emergency Management Agency Executive Director.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands workers' compensation coverage for urban search and rescue personnel, strengthening benefits for specific workers under employment protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation Tags Emergency Management

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passed · Ohio · Senate May 14, 2025

SR 22: Urge federal govt reduce processing time-veteran disability claim

To urge the President of the United States, the United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and the United States Congress to take prompt action to reduce the processing time for veterans' disability benefit claims.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill urges faster processing of veteran disability claims, which are crucial for veterans to access financial support for health services and medical needs.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAims to improve access to and timeliness of disability benefits for veterans, strengthening a form of worker benefit for military service personnel.65% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill urges action to reduce processing time for veteran disability claims, which would improve access to and efficiency of veteran benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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signed · Ohio · House Jun 27, 2025

HB 81: Make appropriations for Bureau of Workers' Comp for FY 2026-27

To amend sections 4121.12, 4121.121, 4121.13, 4123.44, 4123.52, 4123.54, 4123.57, 4123.66, 4125.07, 4133.10, 4167.01, 4167.10, and 5145.163 and to repeal sections 4167.25, 4167.27, and 4167.28 of the Revised Code to make appropriations for the Bureau of Workers' Compensation for the biennium beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2027, to provide authorization and conditions for the operation of the Bureau's programs, and to make changes to the Workers' Compensation Law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly makes appropriations for the Bureau of Workers' Compensation, directly funding a government program and impacting state budgets and spending.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill appropriates funds for the Bureau of Workers' Compensation, directly supporting and ensuring the operation of programs that provide essential benefits to workers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation

signed · Ohio · House Jun 27, 2025

HB 80: Make appropriations for the Industrial Commission for FY 2026-27

To make appropriations for the Industrial Commission for the biennium beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2027, and to provide authorization and conditions for the operation of Commission programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly makes appropriations for the Industrial Commission, directly funding a state entity and its programs, which falls under government spending and fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill appropriates funds for the Industrial Commission, which manages workers' compensation and employment programs, directly supporting worker benefits and protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation

in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 1, 2025

SB 241: Regards specified workers' compensation employer appeals

To amend section 4123.512 of the Revised Code to impose a fine against an employer who appeals specified awards of workers' compensation related to cancer incurred while performing official duties as a firefighter if the employer loses the appeal.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill imposes fines against employers who lose appeals, generating revenue for the state or a state-managed fund, thus impacting fiscal management.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill strengthens workers' compensation benefits for firefighters with work-related cancer, improving their access to and protection of necessary healthcare services.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill strengthens worker protections by imposing fines on employers who appeal and lose workers' compensation awards for firefighters' cancer, thereby expanding worker benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation

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