Transportation (Bridges)

introduced · Ohio · House Jul 13, 2026

HB 973: Create emergency vehicle access routes across railroads

To amend sections 307.203, 5589.20, 5589.22, 5589.23, 5589.24, and 5589.99; to amend, for the purpose of adopting new section numbers as indicated in parentheses, sections 5589.20 (5589.40), 5589.22 (5589.42), 5589.23 (5589.43), and 5589.24 (5589.44); to enact section 5589.41; and to repeal sections 5589.21 and 5589.211 of the Revised Code to create designated access routes across railroads for emergency vehicles.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates designated emergency vehicle access routes across railroads, enhancing public safety and transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Pedestrian Safety Rail Tags Public Safety

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 11, 2026

SR 261: Urge Congress to create a National Infrastructure Bank.

This resolution urges Congress to establish a National Infrastructure Bank to finance infrastructure projects. It does not create the bank itself but formally requests Congress take action on this proposal. The resolution directly addresses Congress, seeking their consideration of a new funding mechanism for infrastructure needs. It focuses solely on the request for congressional action, with no direct policy changes or affected parties beyond the legislative body.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly urges Congress to create a National Infrastructure Bank to finance infrastructure projects, directly supporting transportation funding mechanisms.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Electric Vehicles

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signed · Ohio · House Mar 2, 2026

HB 27: Designate Specialist Jacob A. Ashton Memorial Bridge

To enact section 5534.90 of the Revised Code to designate the bridge spanning the Grand River in Lake County as the "Specialist Jacob A. Ashton Memorial Bridge."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill designates a bridge, a key piece of transportation infrastructure, with a memorial name. This is a legislative act directly affecting the topic and recognizing the infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates a memorial bridge for a military specialist, providing state-level recognition for veterans.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Memorials & Recognition

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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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 151: Allocate state revenue surplus to fund road and bridge projects

To amend section 131.44 and to enact section 5501.62 of the Revised Code and to amend Section 755.30 of H.B. 33 of the 135th General Assembly to codify it as section 5501.61 of the Revised Code to allocate a portion of any state revenue surplus to a program that funds certain road and bridge projects.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill allocates state revenue surplus to fund projects, directly involving state budget, appropriations, and government spending, which aligns with supporting fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationHB 151 allocates state revenue surplus to fund road and bridge projects, directly advancing and funding transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue State Budget Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 31: Replace interstate construction requirement with a traffic study

To repeal section 5501.60 of the Revised Code to replace the requirement that the Department of Transportation construct certain interstate interchanges with a traffic congestion study.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill replaces a costly interstate construction requirement with a traffic study, likely reducing immediate government spending and promoting fiscal management.80% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationThe bill repeals a requirement for the Department of Transportation to construct interstate interchanges, replacing it with a study. This limits mandated infrastructure development.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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