Technology

in committee · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 344: Regards electronic instant bingo, lottery terminals; levy a tax

To amend sections 718.031, 2915.01, 2915.02, 2915.07, 2915.09, 2915.091, 2915.093, 2915.094, 2915.10, 2915.101, 2915.13, 2915.14, 3770.06, 3770.99, 5739.02, 5747.064, 5753.01, 5753.04, 5753.05, 5753.07, 5753.08, and 5753.12 and to enact sections 3770.31, 3770.32, 3770.33, 3770.34, 3770.35, 3770.36, 3770.37, 3770.38, 3770.39, 3770.40, 3770.41, 5753.022, and 5753.032 of the Revised Code to expand the locations and manner in which electronic instant bingo may be conducted, to authorize and establish regulations for retailer video lottery terminals, and to levy a tax on electronic instant bingo.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states its intent to 'levy a tax,' which directly impacts state revenue and fiscal management, thus advancing the Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill expands the locations and manner for electronic instant bingo and lottery terminals, directly advancing the use and deployment of technology.85% confidence

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signed · Ohio · House Sep 7, 2026

HB 31: Require electronic recordings of all parole board hearings

To amend sections 149.43 and 5149.10 and to enact section 5149.102 of the Revised Code to require electronic recordings to be made of all parole board hearings and to make electronic recordings of full parole board hearings public records.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill HB 31 enhances transparency and accountability in the criminal justice system by requiring electronic recordings of parole board hearings and making them public records.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill mandates the use of electronic recordings, requiring the adoption and implementation of technology within government operations.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Probation & Parole

in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 560: Enact the Protect Our Parents Act

To enact sections 1349.13, 1349.14, 1349.141, 1349.142, 1349.15, 1349.151, 1349.152, and 5101.703 of the Revised Code to prevent financial exploitation and fraud against vulnerable adults and to name this act the Protect Our Parents Act.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill aims to prevent financial exploitation and fraud against vulnerable adults, directly involving and strengthening the criminal justice system's protective role.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill aims to prevent financial exploitation and fraud against vulnerable adults, which often involves digital scams and online activities. As a consumer protection measure, it likely supports safeguards related to technology's role in such fraud.65% confidence

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 565: Enact the Grand Jury Privacy and Protection Act

To amend section 149.43 of the Revised Code to exempt from disclosure under Public Records Law, the name and address of a grand juror and the signature of a grand-jury foreperson, and to name this act the Grand Jury Privacy and Protection Act.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill protects the privacy of grand jurors, which strengthens the integrity and functioning of the grand jury system, a key component of the criminal justice system.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill protects personal data (grand juror names, addresses, signatures) from public disclosure, aligning with the 'data privacy' aspect of the Technology topic.75% confidence

Tags Government Transparency

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in committee · Ohio · House May 7, 2025

HB 257: Enact the Ohio Medical Debt Fairness Act

To amend sections 1343.01, 1343.03, 1349.01, 2716.02, 2716.03, and 4712.01 and to enact section 1349.54 of the Revised Code to limit the rate of interest on medical debt, to prohibit reporting medical debt to a consumer reporting agency, and to name this act the Ohio Medical Debt Fairness Act.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patients by limiting interest on medical debt and prohibiting credit reporting, easing financial burdens related to healthcare services.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill prohibits reporting medical debt to a consumer reporting agency, which directly protects individual data privacy related to financial health information.90% confidence

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 84: Enact the Innocence Act

To amend sections 2307.66, 2917.211, and 2981.02 and to enact sections 2307.68 and 2907.312 of the Revised Code to enact the Innocence Act to prohibit an organization from failing to verify the age of a person attempting to access material that is obscene or harmful to juveniles, to prohibit a person from using another person's likeness to create sexual images of the other person, and to create a private right of action for each prohibited activity.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnacts new prohibitions and private rights of action to protect juveniles and individuals from sexual exploitation, strengthening the legal framework against such harms.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill protects digital rights by prohibiting the creation of sexual images using another's likeness and regulates organizations regarding age verification for online content, aligning with consumer protection in technology.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 554: Require government, private sellers to accept cash as payment

To enact sections 9.18, 1333.96, 1333.97, and 1333.98 of the Revised Code to require governmental entities and private sellers to accept cash as payment in certain circumstances.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill requires accepting cash, reducing reliance on digital payments. This indirectly protects consumer data privacy by limiting data collection from digital transactions.80% confidence

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signed · Ohio · House Jun 18, 2026

HB 359: Regards emergency Joshua Alert system for certain missing kids

To amend section 5502.522 of the Revised Code to clarify the statewide emergency alert system in cases of missing autistic or developmentally disabled children and to name the alert the Joshua Alert.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill clarifies an emergency alert system, enhancing law enforcement's ability to locate missing vulnerable children, thereby strengthening public safety and crime response.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes an alert system for missing autistic or developmentally disabled children, protecting a vulnerable population related to mental health and disabilities.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill clarifies and names a statewide emergency alert system, which inherently relies on and supports the use of technology for public safety communication.75% confidence

in committee · Ohio · Senate May 14, 2025

SB 196: Limit the amount of fees charged in connection with ticket sales

SB 196 proposes to regulate the cost of tickets by limiting the amount of fees that can be charged during ticket sales. It does this by enacting a new section, 1345.53, into the Revised Code. This legislation directly affects consumers purchasing tickets and companies involved in ticket sales, as it establishes a maximum for additional charges beyond the base ticket price.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologySB 196 regulates fees in ticket sales, a sector heavily reliant on technology, for consumer protection. This aligns with regulating tech companies for consumer protection.80% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 374: Regards prescription drug readers for visually impaired patients

To amend section 5167.12 and to enact sections 3902.65, 4729.362, and 5164.093 of the Revised Code regarding prescription drug readers for visually impaired patients.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enacts provisions for prescription drug readers for visually impaired patients, directly improving patient access to critical medication information and safety.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill regards prescription drug readers for visually impaired patients, which are assistive technologies promoting digital equity and access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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