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passed · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HR 243: Urge selection of Rickenbacker as KC-46 Pegasus operating base.

To request the Secretary of the Air Force select the 121st Air Refueling Wing at the Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base in Columbus, Ohio, as the preferred main operating base for the KC-46 Pegasus refueling aircraft.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequesting a base selection for military aircraft strengthens the operational role and utilization of an air base, a key piece of air transportation infrastructure.75% confidence

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signed · Ohio · House Jul 7, 2026

HB 541: Designate Deputy Daniel "Weston" Sherrer Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.474 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of U.S. Route 42 in Morrow County as the "Deputy Daniel "Weston" Sherrer Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill officially designates a portion of a U.S. Route as a memorial highway, which is a direct action on transportation infrastructure, acknowledging its official status.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

in committee · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 336: Enact the Sam Knisley Family Support Act

To amend section 2929.18 and to enact section 2125.05 of the Revised Code to require a felony offender of an OVI-caused aggravated vehicular homicide to pay child maintenance when the victim is a parent, legal guardian, or custodian of a minor child, to allow child maintenance to be awarded in a wrongful death action when the offender is deceased, and to name this act the Sam Knisley Family Support Act.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill amends sentencing law (2929.18) to add a mandatory child maintenance payment for felony OVI-caused aggravated vehicular homicide offenders, expanding punitive measures.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 336 addresses OVI-caused aggravated vehicular homicide, a severe traffic offense. By requiring child maintenance, it creates a stronger deterrent for dangerous driving, thereby enhancing transportation safety.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Violent Crime

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passed · Ohio · Senate Nov 12, 2025

SB 282: Create the American Motorcyclist Association license plate

SB 282 creates a new specialty license plate option for Ohio drivers who are members of the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA). The bill amends Ohio law to establish the "American Motorcyclist Association" plate as a permanent vehicle registration option. Drivers who choose this plate would pay a one-time $25 fee to the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles, with the revenue supporting the AMA's activities. This is a procedural bill that directly affects AMA members seeking a specialty plate, with no other policy changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 282 creates a new optional fee collected by the state, generating revenue to support the AMA. This directly impacts state revenue collection and allocation.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationSB 282 creates a new vehicle registration option, directly affecting 'vehicle regulations' within the transportation topic by expanding available choices.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 606: Designate Marjorie Whiteman Memorial Highway

HB 606 designates a specific segment of State Route 109 in Henry County as the "Marjorie Whiteman Memorial Highway." The bill directly affects the highway signage and official records for that location. It is a ceremonial resolution with no policy changes or funding impacts, solely honoring Marjorie Whiteman through the highway name.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directly designates a segment of a state route, a core component of transportation infrastructure, through a formal, non-negative act.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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passed · Ohio · Senate Sep 15, 2025

SB 119: Designate the Freedom Parkway

SB 119 designates a specific portion of U.S. Route 36 in Delaware County as "Freedom Parkway." This bill is purely ceremonial, renaming a section of existing highway without creating new laws or affecting policies. It directly affects the road signage and official records for that segment of U.S. Route 36 in Delaware County. The bill does not alter traffic rules, funding, or any other operational aspects of the highway.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationSB 119 directly designates a portion of a U.S. Route, a component of transportation infrastructure. This formal recognition supports the topic by defining its assets.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 1, 2025

SB 242: Regards the sale of used catalytic converters

To amend sections 2913.02, 2913.51, 4737.04, 4737.045, 4737.99, 4738.03, 4738.07, 4738.12, and 4775.09 and to enact sections 4737.046 and 4737.98 of the Revised Code regarding the sale of used catalytic converters, and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation,' directly involving government spending and fiscal management under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill amends crime-related sections and regulates the sale of used catalytic converters, strengthening law enforcement's ability to combat theft and illicit trade.88% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRegulating the sale of used catalytic converters helps combat theft, preventing vehicles from operating without these essential emissions control devices and thus reducing air pollution.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill regulates the sale of used catalytic converters, which are essential motor vehicle components. This aims to protect vehicle owners and the integrity of the transportation system by addressing issues like theft and proper vehicle function.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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passed · Ohio · Senate Mar 18, 2026

SB 212: Create Play Golf Ohio license plate

SB 212 would create a specialty "Play Golf Ohio" license plate for vehicle registration in Ohio. The bill amends Ohio Revised Code sections 4501.21 and 4503.736 to establish this plate option. It directly affects Ohio residents who choose to purchase this specific license plate. The provision is procedural, focusing solely on creating the plate designation without specifying funding allocation or additional program requirements.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill directly amends vehicle registration, a component of Transportation, by creating a new license plate option, which slightly advances the available choices within this regulatory framework.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 29, 2025

HB 555: Create Ohio Council of Skin and Scuba Divers, Inc. license plate

To amend section 4501.21 and to enact section 4503.966 of the Revised Code to create the "Ohio Council of Skin and Scuba Divers, Inc." specialty license plate.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates a specialty license plate, which generates revenue for the state (administrative fees) and/or the beneficiary organization through an optional fee, impacting fiscal management.65% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill creates a new specialty license plate, which is an administrative addition within vehicle registration and titling, a component of transportation. This is a minor expansion of vehicle regulations.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 595: Require vehicle insurance to include uninsured motorist coverage

HB 595 would require all auto insurance policies in Ohio to include uninsured motorist coverage. This means drivers would automatically have protection if they're injured by a driver without insurance, which is currently optional in many policies. The bill amends existing law (section 3937.18 of the Revised Code) to make this coverage mandatory for all new and existing policies sold in Ohio. It directly affects every driver purchasing auto insurance in the state by ensuring they have this specific protection.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 595 mandates uninsured motorist coverage in auto insurance, providing financial protection for medical expenses from injuries caused by uninsured drivers, thus expanding a form of coverage for health services.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates uninsured motorist coverage, enhancing financial protection for drivers and strengthening vehicle regulations/driver safety within the transportation system.85% confidence

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