Rep. Dave Dobos

Maddy summaryThis bill designates October 9th as Rutherford B. Hayes Day to honor the 19th U.S. President. The legislation requires state agencies and officials to recognize this specific date, likely through proclamations or official acknowledgments. By establishing this commemorative day, the bill aims to increase public awareness of Hayes's historical contributions and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates the Ohio Ireland Trade Commission to study and promote trade, investment, and business exchanges between Ohio and Ireland. The commission will be made up of nine members appointed by the governor, legislative leaders, and the governor with Senate approval, including representatives from higher education, the chamber of commerce, and Irish American communities. These unpaid members will meet throughout the state, elect a chair, and submit annual reports to state officials on their findings and recommendations. The commission is also authorized to raise its own funds through donations and grants to cover its administrative costs and carry out its mission.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a non-binding resolution from the Ohio House of Representatives that urges federal agencies to implement policies in a way that supports innovation and product access. It highlights the importance of the Bayh-Dole Act, which allows private companies to license government-funded research for commercialization, and argues that this system should not be undermined by broad interpretations of "march-in rights." The text asserts that protecting intellectual property is essential for economic growth and that any government actions regarding product access must not discourage private investment in research. Ultimately, the resolution calls for collaboration between state and federal officials to ensure regulations foster a conducive environment for technological development without compromising the incentives for innovation.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that honors Laura Battocletti on her retirement from her role as executive director of the Ohio Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board. It recognizes her distinguished career in public service, which includes previous leadership positions with the Ohio House of Representatives and the Ohio Casino Control Commission. The text formally commends her dedication and instructs the House Clerk to send an official copy of the resolution to her as a gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates state definitions to officially include the U.S. Space Force within the armed forces and uniformed services. It establishes a program to certify businesses that employ veterans, allowing these companies to receive bonus points when bidding on state contracts. Additionally, the legislation grants examination credit to state job applicants who have served honorably in the military, including the Space Force, to help them qualify for public employment.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific stretch of State Route 13 in Athens County as the "Marshal Teddy Ray Holcomb Memorial Highway." The legislation applies to the northbound and southbound lanes of this road between State Route 78 and State Route 329. It authorizes the director of transportation to place physical markers along the highway to display the new name. This measure is a commemorative action intended to honor Marshal Teddy Ray Holcomb by naming a public roadway after him.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates specific days and weeks in Ohio to honor agriculture, including Farmer's Day, FFA Week, 4-H Week, and Ohio Soil Health Week. It also updates the rules for deputy apiarists, who inspect bee hives, by clarifying their appointment process, compensation, and reporting requirements to the state director of agriculture. The legislation establishes that these deputies serve at the pleasure of the county board and must submit inspection reports and expense claims for director approval before receiving payment. Additionally, the bill repeals an older, conflicting section of the Revised Code regarding these agricultural designations.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific section of State Route 16 in Muskingum County as the "Chief Ronald A. Brown Memorial Highway." The affected lanes are the northeastbound and southwestbound sections located between West Carlisle Road and Old Riley Road. If passed, the state director of transportation is authorized to place signs along the route to display this new name. The legislation serves as a commemorative measure honoring Chief Ronald A. Brown rather than altering traffic laws or funding.

Maddy summaryHB 81 designates specific sections of roads and a bridge across Ohio with new names to honor individuals who served in law enforcement, the military, and emergency services. The bill affects various counties by officially renaming highways such as State Route 39 in Carroll County to the "Sheriff Dale R. Williams Memorial Highway" and Interstate 77 in Akron to the "American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. Memorial Highway." Under this legislation, the state director of transportation is authorized to install physical markers along these routes to display the new commemorative titles. This measure serves as a formal recognition of public service rather than altering traffic laws or funding requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific stretch of State Route 129 in Butler County as the "Sgt. Anthony Kress Vinnedge Memorial Highway." The designated section covers the eastbound and westbound lanes between Chapel Road and the Indiana border. Under the legislation, the state director of transportation is authorized to install signs along the road to display this new name. The measure is a commemorative action that does not alter traffic rules or funding but serves to honor a specific individual.