Transportation

in committee · Ohio · Senate May 13, 2026

SB 429: Regards police escorts for farm equipment, agricultural vehicles

This bill updates Ohio laws to streamline the permitting process for large agricultural vehicles and farm equipment traveling on state and local roads. It allows the state Department of Transportation and local authorities to issue special permits for oversized loads, including farm machinery and produce haulers, without requiring a police escort under specific conditions. To qualify for an escort waiver, a vehicle must travel less than ten miles on a state route that is not an interstate highway, and the operator must obtain written permission from the relevant county sheriff. The legislation also clarifies how fees are calculated to cover administrative costs and potential road damage while designating certain highways as special economic development zones.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill streamlines permitting for agricultural vehicles, reducing regulatory burdens and facilitating efficient transport of goods.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Tags Agriculture

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in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HB 851: Enact the Paul Payne Safe Zone Act

To enact section 4955.37 of the Revised Code to establish "Safe Zones" on railroad tracks for the safety of railroad employees and to name this act the Paul Payne Safe Zone Act.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes 'Safe Zones' on railroad tracks to improve workplace safety for railroad employees.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes safe zones on railroad tracks to enhance safety for railroad employees, directly supporting transportation safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 942: Establish liability framework for motorized off-road activities

To enact section 2305.322 of the Revised Code to establish a liability framework for participants, sponsors, and spectators during motorized off-road activities.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes a liability framework for motorized off-road activities, enhancing safety standards and protecting participants, which aligns with supporting transportation safety.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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passed · Ohio · Senate Jun 16, 2026

SB 419: Revise temporary instruction permit eligibility, requirements

To amend sections 4507.05 and 4507.071 of the Revised Code to lower the age at which a juvenile may obtain a temporary instruction permit from 15½ to 15 and to expand the time a juvenile must hold a temporary instruction permit before eligibility for a probationary license from six months to one year.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill lowers permit age and extends holding period, enhancing driver safety and reducing accidents.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Traffic Safety

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in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HB 840: Regards pay, workers' comp for transportation network drivers

To amend sections 4121.01, 4123.01, 4123.26, 4123.29, 4123.35, 4925.01, and 4925.10 and to enact sections 4925.15, 4925.16, 4925.17, 4925.18, 4925.19, 4925.20, 4925.25, 4925.26, 4925.27, and 4925.28 of the Revised Code regarding minimum pay, workers' compensation, and other requirements applicable to transportation network company drivers.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes minimum pay and workers' compensation for transportation network drivers, directly protecting worker rights and benefits.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill strengthens protections for transportation network drivers by mandating minimum pay and workers' compensation, enhancing safety and labor standards within the transportation sector.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Gig Economy Labor Standards Workers' Compensation

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 722: Prohibit a person without legal presence from driving in Ohio

To amend sections 4507.04 and 5502.11 of the Revised Code to prohibit a person without legal presence in the United States from driving in Ohio with an out-of-state license and to require the Attorney General to take certain enforcement actions.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant access to driving privileges by prohibiting undocumented individuals from driving with out-of-state licenses, limiting immigrant protections and services.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts driving privileges for undocumented individuals, limiting access to transportation and potentially reducing mobility options for a segment of the population.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Driver Licensing

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 776: Regards motorcycle lane filtering and lane splitting

To amend sections 4511.01, 4511.041, and 4511.25 and to enact section 4511.551 of the Revised Code to establish traffic laws related to lane filtering and lane splitting by certain motorcycle operators.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes traffic laws for motorcycle lane filtering and splitting, enhancing road safety and traffic flow efficiency for motorcyclists.85% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 773: Require E15 fuel at turnpike facilities; biodiesel fuel study

To amend sections 5537.01 and 5537.04 and to enact section 5537.31 of the Revised Code to require the sale of E15 blended fuel at turnpike service facilities and a feasibility study related to the sale of biodiesel fuel at those facilities.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates E15 fuel sales and studies biodiesel, promoting renewable fuel adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence in transportation.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates E15 fuel (higher ethanol content) and studies biodiesel at turnpikes, promoting renewable fuels that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support environmental protection.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes sustainable transportation by mandating E15 fuel and studying biodiesel options at turnpike facilities, enhancing environmental aspects of transportation infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Transportation Funding

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Mar 4, 2026

SCR 17: Support the creation of a U.S. Great Lakes Waterfront Trail

This bill is a Senate Concurrent Resolution that expresses support for creating a U.S. Great Lakes Waterfront Trail connecting the eight Great Lakes states. It encourages Ohio agencies and regional planning organizations to coordinate with other states on developing a shared identity for this recreational trail. The resolution directs the Senate Clerk to send copies to Ohio news media. This measure does not allocate funding or mandate specific actions but serves as a formal statement of legislative support for the trail project.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes conservation and recreation along Great Lakes waterfront, supporting environmental protection and natural resource preservation through trail development.70% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill supports creating a recreational trail connecting Great Lakes states, promoting transportation infrastructure and regional connectivity.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation

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passed · Ohio · Senate Jun 16, 2026

SB 398: Create the Adopt a Trail Program

This bill creates the Adopt a Trail Program to allow volunteer groups to help maintain and improve trails on state-owned land. Under the program, approved volunteer groups can perform tasks such as spring cleanup, litter collection, accessibility improvements, and trail maintenance after applying to and receiving approval from the state division of parks and watercraft. The program requires volunteer groups to commit for at least two years, ensures all participants are at least eighteen years old, and prohibits activities that would reduce state employee hours or violate labor agreements.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates volunteer program to maintain trails, collect litter, and improve accessibility on state land, directly supporting environmental conservation and natural resource protection.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates Adopt a Trail Program to improve trail maintenance and accessibility on state land, supporting non-motorized transportation infrastructure.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation Recycling

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