Veterans

passed both · Ohio · House Nov 12, 2025

HCR 23: Recognize 250th anniversary of United States Army, Chaplain Corps

HCR 23 is a concurrent resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army and its Chaplain Corps. It expresses the state legislature's support for commemorating this milestone in military history. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a symbolic gesture of recognition. This is a procedural, non-binding resolution with no direct impact on citizens or government operations.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHCR 23 symbolically recognizes a military anniversary, which aligns with the 'recognition' aspect of policies affecting veterans.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

Track

signed · Ohio · House Sep 30, 2025

HB 51: Designate Lt. James A. Kirkendall Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.427 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of U.S. Route 33 in Auglaize County as the "Lt. James A. Kirkendall Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill designates a U.S. Route as a memorial highway, an administrative action directly related to and affecting transportation infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill designates a memorial highway in honor of 'Lt. James A. Kirkendall,' recognizing the service and sacrifice of a military member, which falls under veteran recognition.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · Ohio · House Sep 30, 2025

HB 50: Designate PFC John Wayne Richard Memorial Highway

To enact section 5533.106 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 47 in Darke County as the "PFC John Wayne Richard Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill designates a portion of State Route 47 as a memorial highway, directly affecting and utilizing existing road infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill designates a memorial highway for PFC John Wayne Richard, directly recognizing a veteran's service, which falls under the 'recognition' aspect of the Veterans topic.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

signed · Ohio · Senate Sep 30, 2025

SB 39: Provide for informational poster on veteran benefits and services

To enact section 4113.13 of the Revised Code regarding the creation and display of a poster containing information on benefits and services for veterans.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides information on veteran benefits and services, which include healthcare. This indirectly improves veterans' access to existing health services and support.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill requires displaying information on veteran benefits and services. This expands access to resources for veteran employees, indirectly supporting their welfare and employment within the workplace.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill creates a poster to inform veterans about available benefits and services, directly advancing access to veteran support.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

passed · Ohio · Senate Sep 15, 2025

SB 182: Designate John E. Gallagher Way

SB 182 designates a specific portion of State Route 10 in Cleveland as "John E. Gallagher Way." This ceremonial bill renames a section of highway to honor John E. Gallagher, with no direct impact on policy, funding, or affected individuals. It involves only a physical signage change on the road and does not alter transportation laws or regulations. The bill is purely commemorative and procedural.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransSB 182 designates a highway to honor an individual, which constitutes recognition at the state level, aligning with the support indicator 'recognizes veteran service'.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

Track

passed · Ohio · Senate May 14, 2025

SR 22: Urge federal govt reduce processing time-veteran disability claim

To urge the President of the United States, the United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and the United States Congress to take prompt action to reduce the processing time for veterans' disability benefit claims.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill urges faster processing of veteran disability claims, which are crucial for veterans to access financial support for health services and medical needs.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAims to improve access to and timeliness of disability benefits for veterans, strengthening a form of worker benefit for military service personnel.65% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill urges action to reduce processing time for veteran disability claims, which would improve access to and efficiency of veteran benefits.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

Track

passed · Ohio · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SCR 7: Urge Congress reissue DoD Civilian Retiree Identification Cards

SCR 7 is a resolution urging Congress to reissue Department of Defense (DoD) Civilian Retiree Identification Cards. These cards are used by retired civilian employees of the DoD to access military bases and services. The resolution does not require Congress to act but formally requests they consider reissuing the cards for affected retirees.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareReissuing ID cards for DoD civilian retirees would enable their access to military bases and services, which commonly include healthcare facilities, thereby improving patient access for this group.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill advocates for restoring access to services for retired civilian DoD employees, which can be seen as supporting post-employment benefits for former workers.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransUrges Congress to reissue ID cards for DoD civilian retirees to access military bases/services, advancing benefits for a group associated with the military, listed under 'Veterans' subject.65% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

Track

passed · Ohio · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SR 21: Urge Congress support military, veteran mental health treatment

To urge the U.S. Congress to support the provision of prompt and comprehensive mental health treatment to military personnel and veterans who are suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and other service-related stress disorders.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill urges Congress to support the provision of mental health treatment, which implies increased government spending and appropriations for an essential program.75% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill urges mental health treatment for veterans. Untreated mental health issues can lead to criminal justice involvement; thus, treatment can reduce recidivism and align with reform.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill urges support for prompt and comprehensive mental health treatment for military personnel and veterans, directly aligning with supporting mental health services under Healthcare.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill urges Congress to support comprehensive mental health treatment for veterans, directly aligning with improving veteran healthcare and services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

Track