Veterans

passed · Ohio · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 498: In memory of Sergeant Scott Ries.

This bill is a commemorative resolution honoring Sergeant Scott Ries, a ten-year veteran of the Rittman Police Department who passed away. It expresses the Ohio House of Representatives' deep sympathy to his family and friends while acknowledging his distinguished service and positive impact on the community. The measure directs the Clerk to send an official copy of the resolution to Ries's family as a formal gesture of respect.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a police veteran, expressing sympathy and acknowledging distinguished service, which aligns with recognizing veteran service.90% confidence

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introduced · Ohio · House Jul 13, 2026

HB 974: Designate LCpl Richard O. Fisher Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.622 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of State Route 421 in Medina County as the "LCpl Richard O. Fisher Memorial Highway."

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates a highway as a memorial for a veteran, explicitly recognizing and honoring veteran service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 447: Designate Honor and Remember Flag to honor fallen service members

This bill proposes designating the Honor and Remember Flag as an official national symbol to honor U.S. service members who died in the line of duty. The legislation would recognize the flag's specific design elements, such as red, white, and blue fields along with stars and flames, as a tribute to fallen soldiers and their families. Currently adopted by 29 states, the flag aims to fill a gap in the United States by providing a universally recognized emblem for military sacrifice. Introduced as a resolution from Ohio, the bill seeks to formally request that Congress enact this designation into federal law.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates a flag to honor fallen service members, directly recognizing their sacrifice and supporting veteran commemoration.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 961: Enact the V.E.T.E.R.A.N. Benefits Protection Act

To enact section 5901.10 of the Revised Code to govern the practice of providing veterans claim assistance for compensation and to name this act the Veterans Empowerment Through Ethical Representation and Navigation Act (V.E.T.E.R.A.N. Benefits Protection Act).

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes regulations to protect veterans' claim assistance, ensuring ethical representation and navigation for compensation benefits.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 455: Designate Col. George A. Martin Memorial Highway

This bill designates a specific stretch of Interstate 70 in Franklin County as the "Col. George A. Martin Memorial Highway." The affected portion includes the westbound and eastbound lanes between the Main Street/Bexley exit and the Miller Avenue/Kelton Avenue exit. If passed, the director of transportation is authorized to place physical markers along the road to display this new name. The legislation serves as a commemorative measure rather than a change to traffic laws or funding.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill designates a specific highway segment with a memorial name, enhancing the identity and commemoration of the transportation infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates a highway as a memorial for a Colonel, explicitly recognizing and honoring a veteran's service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · Ohio · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 962: Create the Blue Star Mothers of America license plate

HB 962 creates a new "Blue Star Mothers of America" specialty license plate in Ohio to honor mothers serving in the military. The bill establishes a dedicated fund where money collected from drivers who purchase these plates is directed to support various causes, including breast cancer care, autism awareness, and multiple sclerosis services. Additionally, the legislation designates specific funds for scholarships and educational programs administered by organizations such as Future Farmers of America, 4-H, and several universities. Motor vehicle registrants who choose this plate will contribute to these efforts, while the state registrar is responsible for distributing the funds to the designated groups.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates a specialty license plate to honor military mothers and establishes a fund to support related causes, directly recognizing and supporting veterans' families.90% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HCR 42: Urge Congress to enact the Veterans' ACCESS Act

To urge Congress to honor the sacrifices of our nation's veterans by supporting their access to quality and timely health care by passing the Veterans' Assuring Critical Care Expansions to Support Servicemembers (ACCESS) Act, referred to as the Veterans' ACCESS Act of 2025 (S. 275, H.R. 740).

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill urges Congress to pass legislation improving veterans' access to quality and timely healthcare.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill urges Congress to pass the ACCESS Act to improve veterans' access to quality and timely healthcare.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HB 856: Require health plans, Medicaid cover mental health well checks

To enact sections 3902.65 and 5164.11 of the Revised Code to require health benefit plans and the Medicaid program to cover annual mental health well checks.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates coverage for mental health well checks, expanding access and strengthening mental health services.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates coverage for mental health well checks, which directly supports veteran healthcare access and mental health services.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Mental Health

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introduced · Ohio · House May 12, 2026

HB 886: Enact the V.E.T.E.R.A.N. Benefits Protection Act

To enact section 5901.10 of the Revised Code to govern the practice of providing veterans claim assistance for compensation and to name this act the Veterans Empowerment Through Ethical Representation and Navigation Act (V.E.T.E.R.A.N. Benefits Protection Act).

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes regulations to protect veterans from unethical claim assistance, directly safeguarding their benefits and services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Apr 15, 2026

SB 402: Designate General Philip Sheridan Day

SB 402 proposes adding a new section to the state code to officially designate March 6 as "General Philip Sheridan Day." This measure directly affects the state's calendar and legal records by recognizing the birthday of Civil War cavalry general Philip Sheridan. The bill does not create new laws, funding, or administrative requirements but serves solely as a commemorative designation. It is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and has been referred to a committee for review.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates a day for a Civil War veteran, providing official recognition and honoring service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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