Rep. Dontavius Jarrells

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution honoring Master Sergeant Tyler Simmons, a member of the Ohio Air National Guard who died in the line of duty while serving aboard a KC-135 Stratotanker. The measure expresses condolences to his family and friends, acknowledges his service during Operation Epic Fury, and directs the House Clerk to send an authenticated copy of the resolution to his family. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal tribute to his memory and sacrifice.

To amend sections 149.43 and 5149.10 and to enact section 5149.102 of the Revised Code to require electronic recordings to be made of all parole board hearings and to make electronic recordings of full parole board hearings public records.

Maddy summaryHB 311 designates the third full week of May each year as "EMS Week in Ohio" under Ohio law. This bill directly affects Ohio residents and emergency medical services (EMS) personnel by establishing a recognized period for public acknowledgment of their work. The key provision is the statutory designation of the specific week, creating no new policies or funding but formally honoring EMS contributions. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no direct impact on healthcare operations or regulations.

To amend section 4503.571 of the Revised Code to allow the surviving spouse of a Purple Heart recipient to retain or obtain the "Purple Heart" specialty license plate.

To enact sections 3319.66, 3319.70, 3345.84, and 6301.113 of the Revised Code to enact the Future Educators Support Act regarding financial support for student teachers and teaching as an in-demand job.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that congratulates the Frostop business on its 100th anniversary. It acknowledges the company's long history of service and directs the Clerk of the House to send an official copy of the tribute to Frostop. The measure does not create new laws or change any policies, but rather serves to honor the business's milestone.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 255 proposes to create the Ohio Sports Commission. The bill enacts specific sections of the Revised Code to establish this new commission. The provided information does not detail the commission's functions, operations, or direct impact on specific groups.

Maddy summaryHB 530 establishes the Long-term Care Workforce Study Commission to examine challenges in the long-term care sector. The commission will study issues like staffing shortages, training needs, and retention strategies affecting facilities and workers. This bill directly impacts long-term care providers and their employees by creating a formal process to assess workforce gaps and inform future policy decisions.

Maddy summaryHB 452 designates October 1st as "761st Tank Battalion Day" in Ohio. This ceremonial bill formally recognizes the legacy of the 761st Tank Battalion, a historically significant military unit, without creating new laws or altering policies. It directly affects Ohio residents by establishing an annual observance to honor the battalion's service. The bill is procedural and does not impose requirements or funding changes.

To amend section 149.43 of the Revised Code to exempt from disclosure under Public Records Law, the name and address of a grand juror and the signature of a grand-jury foreperson, and to name this act the Grand Jury Privacy and Protection Act.