To enact section 9.89 of the Revised Code to limit further regulation of certain computational systems, require risk management policies for AI-controlled critical infrastructure, and to name this act the Ohio Right to Compute Act.
HB 579 would require Ohio health insurers to follow new rules when using artificial intelligence for coverage decisions or pricing. It establishes specific requirements for transparency in AI decision-making and mandates bias testing for algorithms used in insurance processes. These rules directly apply to all health insurance companies operating in Ohio. The bill amends existing law (section 3902.50) and adds new provisions (section 3902.80) to create these regulatory standards.
To amend sections 9.16, 113.40, and 2981.12 and to enact sections 135.146 and 5703.83 of the Revised Code to authorize investment of state funds in bitcoin, to require state entities to accept payment in cryptocurrency, and to name this act the Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Act.
SB 164 requires health insurers in Ohio to disclose how they use artificial intelligence in underwriting and claims decisions. It mandates transparency about AI algorithms, prohibits biased or discriminatory outcomes, and requires human review for significant coverage denials involving AI. The bill directly affects health insurers operating in Ohio and ensures policyholders receive clear explanations for AI-driven decisions impacting their coverage. Key provisions include requiring insurers to document AI systems and establish processes to address potential bias before implementation. This regulation aims to protect consumers from opaque or unfair AI practices in health insurance.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) passed by the Ohio Senate to honor the Delaware Hayes High School NIRBII team. It specifically congratulates five students - Madeline Bruns, Nat Zahniser, Jason White, Elise Buckerfield, and Isaac Highman - for being named a top team in NASA’s App Development Challenge and earning an invitation to visit NASA’s Johnson Space Center. The resolution recognizes their creation of a mobile app simulating the Artemis II mission and their community impact. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect or direct policy changes; it solely celebrates the students’ achievement.
The bill, SB 176 (Digital Fair Repair Act), would require manufacturers of digital devices (like smartphones, laptops, and appliances) to provide independent repair shops and consumers with necessary repair manuals, diagnostic tools, and affordable genuine parts. It directly affects device manufacturers, independent repair businesses, and consumers who seek to repair their own electronics. Key provisions would mandate that manufacturers make these resources available on reasonable terms, reducing barriers to repair. The bill aims to promote longer device lifespans and reduce electronic waste by making repairs more accessible. (Note: Specific details of the enacted sections are not provided in the given context.)
To enact sections 1509.71, 1509.72, 1509.73, 1509.75, 1509.76, 1509.77, 1509.79, 5301.57, 5301.58, 5301.59, and 5301.60 of the Revised Code to establish a process to regulate carbon capture and storage technologies and the geologic sequestration of carbon dioxide for long-term storage.
HB 525 proposes to enact a new section of the Revised Code, section 4743.21. This new section specifically concerns the use of artificial intelligence in therapy services. The bill aims to establish regulations or guidelines for how AI can be utilized within these professional services.
SB 200 creates the Ohio Israel Trade and Innovation Partnership to promote economic collaboration between Ohio and Israel. The bill establishes a formal program to support trade, technology exchange, and innovation initiatives between the two regions. It includes a specific appropriation of state funds to implement this partnership, directly affecting Ohio's economic development agencies and businesses seeking to engage with Israeli partners. The primary mechanism is the creation of this structured partnership framework with allocated funding.
House Bill 283 mandates that all political subdivisions, such as cities, counties, and townships, adopt a cybersecurity program. The bill enacts a new section, 9.64, into the Revised Code to establish this requirement. This aims to ensure that local government entities implement measures to protect their digital infrastructure and data.
