Rep. Beth Lear

Primary HR 241

Passed · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

In memory of Charles James Kirk.

Maddy summaryHR 241 is a resolution to honor Charles James Kirk by commemorating his memory, likely through naming a public space or facility in his honor. This procedural bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic tribute to Kirk's legacy. It is intended to recognize his contributions or impact, though specific details about the commemoration are not provided in the abstract. As a non-substantive resolution, it requires congressional approval but does not affect existing legislation or regulations.

Passed Sep 23, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 382

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Enact the Second Amendment Protection Act

To amend sections 2923.11, 2923.111, 2923.122, and 2923.17 and to enact section 2923.50 of the Revised Code to enact the Second Amendment Protection Act to safeguard the right to keep and bear arms.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 382 aims to safeguard the right to keep and bear arms. Protecting civil rights is an indicator for supporting Criminal Justice, as it defines individual liberties within the justice system.85% confidence

In committee Sep 15, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 369

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

Change diagnostic assessments for grades kindergarten through 3

To amend sections 3301.079 and 3301.0715 of the Revised Code to change diagnostic assessments for grades kindergarten through two to end-of-year nationally norm-referenced diagnostic assessments and for the third grade to beginning-of-year nationally norm-referenced diagnostic assessments.

EducationSupports EducationHB 369 amends diagnostic assessment practices for K-3, changing them to nationally norm-referenced assessments, which refines educational evaluation.80% confidence

In committee Sep 15, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 376

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Reduce the maximum weeks an individual may receive unemployment

To amend sections 4141.30, 4141.33, and 4141.53 of the Revised Code to reduce the maximum weeks an individual may receive unemployment benefits from 26 to 20 weeks.

Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentThe bill explicitly reduces the maximum duration of unemployment benefits, directly weakening worker benefits within the Labor & Employment topic.95% confidence

In committee Sep 15, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 416

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Designate Police Officer Phillip Wagner Memorial Highway

To enact section 5534.448 of the Revised Code to designate a portion of United States Route 6 in Lorain County as the "Police Officer Phillip Wagner Memorial Highway."

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill honors a fallen police officer, an act that symbolically strengthens recognition and respect for law enforcement, a key component of the criminal justice system.65% confidence TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill directly concerns a transportation asset (a highway) by formally designating a portion of it. This act of formal recognition within the transportation system can be seen as a form of 'advancing' or 'strengthening' the administrative and s...75% confidence

In committee Sep 15, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 424

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Regards transfers, purchases of certain retirement service credit

Maddy summaryBased on the provided information, HB 424 aims to modify section 145.295 of the Revised Code. This section pertains to the transfer or purchase of certain retirement service credit for individuals within the retirement system. The abstract indicates an amendment to the existing rules governing these specific transactions. However, the provided context does not detail the specific changes or new provisions introduced by the bill.

In committee Sep 15, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HJR 6

In committee · Ohio House · Lead sponsor

CA: Limit property taxes to specified percentage of value

Proposing to amend Section 2 of Article XII of the Constitution of the State of Ohio to limit property taxes, whether voted or unvoted, to one and one-quarter per cent or, for certain owner-occupied homes, one per cent of real property's true value.

Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill proposes to limit property taxes, which directly restricts government revenue and impacts state budgets and fiscal management.95% confidence EducationOpposes EducationLimiting property taxes, a primary source of local school funding, would likely reduce revenue for K-12 education, potentially defunding schools.85% confidence HousingSupports HousingBill limits property taxes, which can make homeownership more affordable and strengthen property rights by reducing the financial burden on homeowners.88% confidence TransportationOpposes TransportationLimiting property taxes could reduce local government revenue, potentially impacting funds available for transportation infrastructure and services.75% confidence

In committee Sep 15, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 391

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Require tax rate as a true value percentage on tax bills, ballots

To amend sections 323.131 and 4503.06 and to enact section 5705.171 of the Revised Code to require tax rates to be expressed as a percentage of true value on tax bills and ballot language.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill promotes transparency in taxation by requiring tax rates to be expressed as a true value percentage, enhancing public understanding and fiscal responsibility.75% confidence

In committee Sep 15, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 122

Passed · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Create tax credit for employers providing organ donors paid leave

To amend section 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.74 of the Revised Code to create an income tax credit for employers that provide paid leave to organ donors.

Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill creates an income tax credit, which reduces state tax revenue and thereby limits funds available for the state budget and government spending.95% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill creates a tax credit for employers providing paid leave to organ donors, which removes a barrier to organ donation, thereby advancing health services and patient access to life-saving organs.95% confidence Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill incentivizes employers to provide paid leave for organ donors, expanding worker benefits and improving employment standards.80% confidence

Passed Jun 25, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 355

In committee · Ohio House · Co-sponsor

Increase vote threshold for local taxes subject to voter approval

To amend sections 128.35, 128.37, 128.38, 306.70, 307.697, 322.02, 345.02, 353.06, 511.07, 715.691, 715.70, 715.71, 715.72, 718.04, 718.09, 718.10, 757.02, 3318.06, 4301.421, 4504.02, 4504.15, 4504.21, 5739.021, 5739.026, 5739.09, 5743.021, 5743.024, 5743.026, 5748.021, 5748.03, 5748.08, and 5748.09 and to enact section 5705.17 of the Revised Code to increase the approval threshold required for passage of local taxes subject to voter approval.

Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill increases the vote threshold for local taxes, making it harder for local governments to raise revenue, thereby restricting their fiscal management capabilities.95% confidence EducationOpposes EducationBill increases voter approval threshold for local taxes, making it harder for school districts to pass levies and secure funding for operations and facilities, as evidenced by the amendment of section 3318.06 (School Facilities Law).88% confidence HousingOpposes HousingIncreasing the approval threshold for local taxes could make it harder for communities to fund housing initiatives, affordable housing programs, or related infrastructure.65% confidence TransportationOpposes TransportationThe bill increases the voter approval threshold for local taxes, including those under Chapter 4504 (Local Motor Vehicle License Tax), making it harder to fund transportation infrastructure and services.88% confidence

In committee Jun 18, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track