Technology

in committee · Ohio · House May 28, 2025

HB 301: Enact the Digital Fair Repair Act

Based on the provided information, HB 301, titled "Enact the Digital Fair Repair Act," proposes to create new sections within the Revised Code to establish the Digital Fair Repair Act. The abstract indicates it will enact sections 1350.01 through 1350.05. However, the provided context does not offer further details on the specific provisions, mechanisms, or who this act directly affects.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill title 'Digital Fair Repair Act' implies regulation of tech companies to promote consumer rights for device repair, aligning with digital rights.80% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · Senate May 28, 2025

SB 203: Require political subdivisions to adopt a cybersecurity program

SB 203 requires local governments (like cities, counties, and school districts) to adopt formal cybersecurity programs to protect their digital systems. The bill mandates these "political subdivisions" to create and maintain written plans addressing risks, such as securing data and preventing cyberattacks. Key provisions include establishing policies for incident response, employee training, and regular security assessments. This directly affects all local government entities by imposing specific, concrete requirements for safeguarding public information systems.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 203 mandates cybersecurity programs for local governments. By preventing costly cyberattacks and data breaches, these programs promote fiscal responsibility and protect government finances from significant losses, thus supporting the topic.75% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeSB 203 requires local governments, including criminal justice entities like police and courts, to adopt cybersecurity programs, strengthening their data protection and operational integrity.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 203 mandates cybersecurity programs for school districts, protecting their digital systems and data, thereby strengthening educational infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologySB 203 mandates cybersecurity programs for local governments, directly enhancing cybersecurity and protecting digital systems and data, aligning with the 'Technology' topic.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires local governments to adopt cybersecurity programs, protecting digital systems that manage transportation infrastructure (e.g., traffic control, public transit) from cyberattacks, thereby safeguarding their operation and safety.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Tags Local Government

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 79: Regulate the use of pricing algorithms

To amend sections 1331.01, 1331.04, and 1331.16 and to enact sections 1331.05 and 1331.50 of the Revised Code to regulate the use of pricing algorithms.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill regulates pricing algorithms, a technology, for consumer protection. Regulating tech for consumer protection is an indicator for support.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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passed · Ohio · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 163: Regards AI images, simulated child porn, replica identity fraud

To amend sections 1345.51, 2907.321, 2907.322, 2907.323, and 2913.49 and to enact section 1349.10 of the Revised Code to require AI-generated products have a watermark, to prohibit simulated child pornography, and to prohibit identity fraud using a replica of a person.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill expands criminalization by prohibiting simulated child pornography and identity fraud using replicas, and requiring AI watermarks, aligning with 'expands criminalization' indicator.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill regulates AI products with watermarks and prohibits misuse like simulated child pornography and identity fraud, establishing safeguards for technology's application.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Ohio · House Nov 12, 2025

HB 583: Regards provision of online library databases by certain entities

To amend sections 3314.03 and 3326.11 and to enact sections 109.881, 3329.11, 3329.12, 3329.13, 3375.03, 3375.031, 3375.032, 4113.35, 4113.36, and 4113.37 of the Revised Code regarding the provision of online library database resources by public schools, public libraries, and state agencies.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill concerns the provision of online library databases by public entities, implying increased government spending for these public services.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill concerns the provision of online library databases by public schools, enhancing educational resources and access.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill concerns the provision of online library database resources by public entities, which advances access to digital information and services, thus strengthening technology use.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Libraries

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SR 29: Urge Congress to restore stolen SNAP benefits, address fraud

This Ohio Senate resolution (SR 29) urges Congress to resume restoring SNAP benefits stolen through card skimming and to fund anti-fraud measures. It specifically requests Congress extend federal funding to replace benefits stolen via fraudulent devices on EBT cards (which lack security chips) and upgrade EBT cards to include security chips. The resolution cites Ohio’s successful replacement of over $12.6 million in stolen benefits using prior federal funding. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new law but formally requests federal action to address ongoing fraud.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill urges Congress to extend federal funding for restoring stolen SNAP benefits and to fund anti-fraud measures, directly relating to government spending and fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill urges Congress to fund anti-fraud measures and upgrade EBT cards to prevent financial crimes (fraud/skimming), which strengthens crime prevention efforts within criminal justice.80% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareSR 29 urges restoration of stolen SNAP benefits, which are crucial for food security and nutrition, thereby indirectly supporting public health and preventing related health issues.65% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe resolution urges protection and restoration of SNAP benefits, a critical safety net for low-income individuals, including workers, thereby supporting their economic well-being.65% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologySR 29 urges Congress to upgrade EBT cards with security chips to prevent fraud, directly enhancing cybersecurity and protecting beneficiaries' data.95% confidence

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 163: Enact the Enhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act of 2025

To amend sections 5101.54 and 5101.542 and to enact section 5101.543 of the Revised Code to require Ohio's SNAP program to begin using chip-enabled EBT cards, to name this act the Enhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act of 2025, and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states 'to make an appropriation,' directly impacting government spending and fiscal management by allocating funds for the SNAP program.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 163 strengthens the SNAP program, a public assistance initiative under Health and Human Services, which supports food security - a vital determinant of public health.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill's title explicitly states 'Enhanced Cybersecurity' and mandates chip-enabled EBT cards, directly advancing cybersecurity within the Technology topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Medicaid Cybersecurity

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 18, 2025

HB 362: Regulate fraudulent synthetic media for influencing elections

To amend sections 3517.153, 3517.154, 3517.155, 3517.993, and 3599.40 and to enact section 3517.24 of the Revised Code to regulate the dissemination of deceptive and fraudulent synthetic media for the purpose of influencing the results of an election.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeHB 362 regulates fraudulent synthetic media for elections, likely creating new offenses that expand criminalization, aligning with an 'oppose' indicator for Criminal Justice.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHB 362 regulates the dissemination of fraudulent synthetic media to protect election integrity, aligning with consumer protection and digital rights against tech misuse.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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passed · Ohio · House Jul 24, 2025

HR 205: Honoring the Archbishop Carroll High School prepared presentation team as a Technology Student Association TEAMS National Champion.

This bill (HR 205) is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Archbishop Carroll High School Technology Student Association (TEAMS) team for winning the national championship. It directly recognizes the students and their school for their achievement in a technology competition. The resolution has no policy changes or funding mechanisms - it simply expresses congressional recognition of their accomplishment. As a procedural honor, it does not affect laws, regulations, or any individual's rights or obligations.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationHR 205 honors a high school team for a national academic achievement, serving as a positive recognition of student success within the education system.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHR 205 explicitly honors a Technology Student Association team for a national championship, directly celebrating achievement and excellence in technology.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 15, 2025

HB 159: Create the manufacturing technologies assistance grant program

HB 159 creates a state grant program to help Ohio manufacturers adopt new manufacturing technologies. The bill establishes this program under Ohio law (section 122.162 of the Revised Code) and allocates state funds to support it. This program directly affects Ohio-based manufacturers who apply for and receive grants to upgrade their technology capabilities. The key mechanism is providing financial assistance for technology adoption, with funding secured through the state budget.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 159 allocates state funds from the state budget to create and support a new grant program, directly impacting government spending and appropriations.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHB 159 creates a state grant program to fund and assist Ohio manufacturers in adopting new manufacturing technologies, directly advancing technology.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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