Technology

passed · Ohio · House Apr 15, 2026

HB 176: Establish a universal regulatory sandbox program

To enact sections 1357.01, 1357.02, 1357.03, 1357.04, 1357.05, 1357.06, 1357.07, 1357.08, 1357.09, 1357.10, 1357.11, and 1357.12 of the Revised Code to create a regulatory relief division within the common sense initiative office and to establish a universal regulatory sandbox program.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentThe bill establishes a 'universal regulatory sandbox program' and a 'regulatory relief division'. Such programs typically aim to ease regulatory burdens for businesses, which, if applied to labor and employment regulations, would likely weaken wor...60% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill establishes a universal regulatory sandbox program, which facilitates innovation and reduces regulatory barriers for new products and services, often in technology sectors.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · Ohio · House Apr 15, 2026

HB 217: Enact the Finding and Identifying with NamUs Data (FIND) Act

To amend sections 2901.30, 2901.41, and 2901.42 of the Revised Code to enact the Finding and Identifying with NamUs Data (FIND) Act to require law enforcement agencies to enter information relating to a report of a missing person in the national missing and unidentified persons system (NamUs).

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 217 mandates law enforcement agencies to use the NamUs system, enhancing data sharing and identification efforts within the criminal justice system.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHB 217 mandates law enforcement agencies to use the national missing and unidentified persons system (NamUs), a technological database, thereby advancing its application.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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signed · Ohio · House Jan 19, 2026

HB 144: Enact Keith’s Law regarding the communication disability database

HB 144 expands Ohio's communication disability database to include all individuals with disabilities, not just those with specific communication needs. It requires county 9-1-1 systems to access this database during emergency calls, ensuring first responders can quickly identify communication support needs. The law, named "Keith's Law," directly affects people with disabilities during emergencies and 9-1-1 dispatchers who will use the database to provide appropriate assistance.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill improves law enforcement's ability to assist individuals with disabilities during emergencies, enhancing appropriate responses and protecting civil rights.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 144 improves emergency health services for people with disabilities by enabling 9-1-1 to identify communication needs, enhancing patient access to appropriate care.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHB 144 requires 9-1-1 systems to access a communication disability database, strengthening the application of technology for emergency services and digital equity.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

passed · Ohio · House Nov 5, 2025

HR 227: Urge US DOJ to expedite connection of NCIC and NamUs

HR 227 urges the U.S. Department of Justice to prioritize connecting the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database - which tracks crime records - and the NamUs (National Missing and Unidentified Persons System) database. This non-binding resolution does not create new laws but calls on the DOJ to accelerate efforts to integrate these systems. The goal is to help law enforcement more quickly match missing persons reports with unidentified remains stored in NamUs. It directly affects law enforcement agencies and families of missing persons by improving access to critical case information.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHR 227 strengthens law enforcement capabilities by urging the DOJ to expedite connecting NCIC and NamUs, aiding in solving missing persons cases and identifying remains.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHR 227 urges the expedited connection and integration of databases (NCIC and NamUs), which promotes the efficient use and advancement of technological systems.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed both · Ohio · Senate Oct 15, 2025

SCR 2: Urge investment into security, reliability of electric grid

Urging Ohio electric utility stakeholders, the Governor, and the Congress of the United States to invest resources into the security, reliability, and resiliency of the state and national interconnected electric grids against natural and man-made threats.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill urges investment of resources into electric grid security, implying allocation of funds from budgets, thus impacting government spending and fiscal management.80% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill urges investment to strengthen the security, reliability, and resiliency of electric grids, directly protecting and advancing energy infrastructure and utilities.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill urges investment in electric grid security, implicitly enhancing cybersecurity against man-made threats, which advances the 'Technology' topic.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 4, 2025

HB 127: Permit schools to withhold directory information

To amend sections 149.381, 149.43, and 3319.321 of the Revised Code to permit schools to withhold directory information and to remove directory information from the public record definition.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationGrants schools discretion to withhold directory information, enabling better protection of student privacy within the educational system.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill strengthens data privacy by allowing schools to withhold directory information and remove it from public records, directly protecting personal data.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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