Transportation

passed · Ohio · Senate May 13, 2026

SB 302: Create the Land of U.S. Grant license plate

SB 302 creates a new specialty vehicle license plate titled "Land of U.S. Grant" for Ohio drivers. The bill amends state law to authorize the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles to issue this plate, which would be available for purchase by vehicle owners. This change directly affects Ohio residents who choose to buy the specialty plate instead of standard registration. The bill establishes the plate's name and administrative process but does not specify fees or fund allocation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationSB 302 directly amends state law for vehicle registration by creating a new license plate, which falls under vehicle regulations within the transportation topic.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransSB 302 creates a specialty license plate honoring U.S. Grant, a prominent veteran, which serves as a form of recognition at the state level for veterans.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 15: Allow port authorities to establish a Common Bond Fund Program

SB 15 allows Ohio port authorities to create a "Common Bond Fund Program" to finance port facilities. This program enables port authorities to pool funds, use credit enhancements (like financial guarantees), and manage cash reserves to improve the creditworthiness of their bonds. The bill directly affects port authorities by giving them a new tool to secure financing for infrastructure projects like docks and warehouses. It requires board resolutions to establish the program and governs how funds are managed through bond proceedings, without changing existing port authority powers.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 15 enables port authorities to improve bond creditworthiness and manage funds for infrastructure, promoting fiscal responsibility and efficient financing for public projects.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationSB 15 enables port authorities to finance port facilities and infrastructure projects, directly supporting and funding transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Airports Ports

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 12, 2025

HB 63: Require ODOT to install and maintain rest stop security cameras

HB 63 requires the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) to install and maintain security camera systems at all rest stops under its jurisdiction. The bill mandates ODOT to develop an installation schedule by consulting with the director of public safety and the attorney general. This directly affects ODOT's operations and rest stop users by adding security monitoring to existing facilities. The key provision is the mandatory camera system installation, with no specific deadline date provided in the text. The bill does not alter funding sources or create new penalties, focusing solely on the security camera requirement.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill mandates ODOT to install and maintain security cameras, requiring state appropriations and increasing government spending on a public service.80% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 63 mandates security cameras at rest stops, directly enhancing public safety and providing tools for law enforcement to deter or investigate crimes, thereby strengthening an aspect of criminal justice.88% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHB 63 mandates the installation and maintenance of security camera systems, which are a form of technology, thus advancing its application in public infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 63 enhances transportation safety by mandating security camera installation at ODOT rest stops, which are part of transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 12, 2025

HB 83: Regards state highways located in villages and cities

To amend sections 5501.31, 5521.01, and 5521.011; to amend, for the purpose of adopting a new section number as indicated in parentheses, section 5521.011 (5521.012); and to enact new section 5521.011 of the Revised Code to clarify and amend the laws related to the Director of Transportation's responsibilities for state highways located in villages and cities.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill clarifies and amends laws related to the Director of Transportation's responsibilities for state highways, aiming to improve management of transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways

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signed · Ohio · House Jul 7, 2026

HB 533: Revise list of vehicles that can commit vehicular homicide

To amend sections 2903.06 and 2903.08 of the Revised Code to add to the list of vehicles that can be used to commit a vehicular homicide or vehicular assault.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill expands the definition of vehicles that can commit vehicular homicide/assault, thereby broadening criminalization within the justice system.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill strengthens legal consequences for vehicular homicide/assault, which enhances transportation safety and vehicle regulation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Violent Crime

in committee · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 334: Designate Keith G. Earley Memorial Interchange

To enact section 5534.502 of the Revised Code to designate the interchange of I-475 and Dorr Street in Lucas County as the "Keith G. Earley Memorial Interchange."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill designates a memorial interchange, a legislative action directly pertaining to and formalizing a component of transportation infrastructure.75% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 1, 2025

HB 445: Regards regional councils of govt and metropolitan planning orgs

To amend sections 167.02 and 167.04 and to enact sections 713.41, 713.42, and 713.43 of the Revised Code regarding regional councils of government and metropolitan planning organizations.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill concerns metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs), which are essential for transportation planning and infrastructure development. Regulating these organizations supports the framework for transportation.85% confidence

Tags Local Government

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Apr 30, 2025

SB 180: Prohibit purchase of drones made by a covered foreign entity

To enact section 5501.84 of the Revised Code to prohibit the purchase of small unmanned aircraft systems manufactured or assembled by a covered foreign entity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill prohibits the purchase of drones from covered foreign entities, likely to enhance cybersecurity and protect data privacy for state operations, which aligns with 'support' indicators for the Technology topic.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill aims to prohibit certain drone purchases, likely enhancing public safety and security within the air transport sector of transportation.80% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 333: Enact the Airspace Protection Act

To amend sections 4561.01, 4561.021, 4561.05, 4561.06, 4561.08, 4561.09, 4561.11, 4561.12, 4561.14, 4561.15, 4561.31, 4561.32, 4561.33, 4561.34, 4561.341, 4561.35, 4561.36, 4561.37, 4561.38, 4561.39, 4561.99, 4563.01, 4563.03, 4563.031, 4563.032, 4563.04, 4563.05, 4563.06, 4563.07, 4563.08, 4563.09, 4563.10, 4563.11, 4563.12, 4563.13, 4563.16, 4563.18, 4563.20, 4563.21, and 4906.10; to enact section 4561.40; and to repeal section 4561.30 of the Revised Code to make changes to the laws regarding navigable airspace and to name this act the Airspace Protection Act.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill's title, 'Enact the Airspace Protection Act,' and its subject, 'Air and Rail Transport,' indicate it aims to protect or manage air transportation, which aligns with enhancing or improving the topic area.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 37: Designate Detective Rex Emrick Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.443 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 56 in Pickaway County as the "Detective Rex Emrick Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directly designates a portion of a State Route (highway) as a memorial highway, a policy action affecting transportation infrastructure.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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