Transportation

signed · Ohio · Senate Mar 20, 2026

SB 148: Designate Specialist Lloyd Andrew Sellers Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.675 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 2 in Lake County as the "Specialist Lloyd Andrew Sellers Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill designates a portion of a State Route, a direct legislative action concerning transportation infrastructure.80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates highway in honor of veteran Specialist Lloyd Andrew Sellers, recognizing his service per topic's recognition focus.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Memorials & Recognition

passed · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 381: Create the DoItForJack license plate

HB 381 creates a commemorative "DoItForJack" license plate option for Ohio vehicle owners. The bill amends Ohio Revised Code sections 4501.21 and 4503.937 to authorize this specific plate design. It directly affects Ohio residents who choose to purchase this plate instead of standard registration. The bill establishes the plate's creation but does not alter fees, revenue distribution, or other plate program details.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 381 creates a new license plate option, directly amending vehicle code sections related to vehicle registration, thus advancing regulatory options within transportation.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration

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passed · Ohio · Senate Nov 19, 2025

SB 251: Designate Ohio State Highway Patrol Lt. Vance M. Andrews Mem Hwy

To enact section 5534.451 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 13 in Knox County as the "Ohio State Highway Patrol Lt. Vance M. Andrews Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill designates a memorial highway for a fallen Ohio State Highway Patrol Lieutenant, honoring a member of law enforcement, a key component of the criminal justice system.60% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill designates a State Route portion, a direct legislative action affecting transportation infrastructure. It's a non-negative formal recognition.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 600: Designate PFC Wetzel Eldridge USMC Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.657 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 41 in Clark County as the "PFC Wetzel Eldridge USMC Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill designates a state route as a memorial highway, directly acting upon existing transportation infrastructure without negative implications, thus recognizing its role.65% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates a memorial highway for a USMC veteran, directly recognizing their service, which aligns with the topic's focus on veteran recognition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Memorials & Recognition

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signed · Ohio · House Nov 25, 2025

HB 434: Exempt military driver's license applicants from driver's ed

HB 434 exempts active-duty military members and those transitioning from military service from completing driver's education when applying for a limited term Ohio driver's license. The bill amends Revised Code section 4507.21 to remove this requirement specifically for these applicants. This change directly affects military personnel seeking to obtain or renew a limited term license in Ohio without needing traditional driver's education. The policy simplifies the licensing process for military-connected individuals during relocation or service transitions.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 434 simplifies driver's license acquisition for military personnel, easing access to a key component of the transportation system (vehicle operation).80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHB 434 directly benefits active-duty military members and those transitioning from service by exempting them from driver's education, simplifying the licensing process.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing

signed · Ohio · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 106: Regulate the ownership of electric vehicle charging stations

To enact sections 4933.51, 4933.53, 4933.54, 4933.55, 4933.57, and 4933.59 of the Revised Code to regulate the ownership of electric vehicle charging stations.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill regulates electric vehicle charging stations, which are a key part of energy infrastructure and utilities, thereby establishing a framework for this segment of the energy sector.80% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRegulating electric vehicle charging stations facilitates EV infrastructure, which indirectly promotes cleaner transportation and reduces emissions.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill regulates ownership of electric vehicle charging stations, a key infrastructure component for sustainable transportation. Establishing a regulatory framework promotes orderly development and integration of this technology into the transpo...75% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

in committee · Ohio · Senate Nov 5, 2025

SB 316: Regards local government authority over railroad's right-of-way

To enact section 4963.50 of the Revised Code to give specified local governments the authority to unilaterally approve an encroachment on a railroad company's right-of-way for certain utility work.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill grants local governments authority to approve utility work on railroad rights-of-way, which can facilitate energy infrastructure development and maintenance.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill grants local governments authority over railroad right-of-way for utility work, which can streamline infrastructure development affecting transportation corridors.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 26, 2025

SB 124: Increase assault penalty if victim is a transit system operator

To amend sections 2903.13 and 2917.41 and to enact section 306.20 of the Revised Code to increase the penalty for assault when the victim is an operator of an Ohio transit system bus or rail car; to authorize Ohio transit systems to post a sign regarding abuse or assault of staff; and to increase the penalty for evading payment of the known fares of a public transportation system.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill explicitly increases penalties for assault against transit operators and for fare evasion, which aligns with 'increases mandatory sentences' and 'expands criminalization' indicators.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill increases penalties for assaulting transit operators and authorizes safety signage, directly improving workplace safety for these workers.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill increases penalties for assaulting transit operators and fare evasion, directly enhancing public transit safety and operational integrity within the transportation sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Violent Crime Public Transit Rail

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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 414: Designate Navy Seaman Jadwisiak Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.645 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 163 in Ottawa County as the "Navy Seaman Jadwisiak Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill designates a portion of a State Route as a memorial highway, directly involving transportation infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates a memorial highway for a Navy Seaman, directly recognizing military service and aligning with veteran recognition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Memorials & Recognition

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passed · Ohio · House Oct 8, 2025

HB 259: Designate Captain Joshua Michael McClimans Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.609 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 241 in Summit County as the "Captain Joshua Michael McClimans Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill designates a portion of a State Route (a highway) as a memorial highway, directly acting on transportation infrastructure through official recognition.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates a memorial highway for a military captain, directly recognizing veteran service and aligning with the topic of veteran recognition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Memorials & Recognition

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