Sen. Kyle Koehler

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.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 79) honoring Alaina Freeze, a senior at Northwestern Jr./Sr. High School, for winning the 2025 OATCCC Division III State Indoor Championship in pole vault with a state- and school-record jump. The resolution, adopted on March 25, 2025, formally commends her athletic achievement and sportsmanship, recognizing her as a role model for her school, community, and the sport. It does not create any legal requirements or affect policy; it is solely a symbolic gesture of praise from the Ohio Senate.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 45) is a ceremonial gesture by the Ohio Senate to honor comedian Dave Chappelle for winning a 2025 Grammy Award in the Best Comedy Album category for his work *The Dreamer*. It does not create any new laws or affect any policies or individuals beyond expressing the Senate's congratulations. The resolution formally "applauds" Chappelle's achievement and directs the Senate Clerk to send him a copy of the resolution. It is purely symbolic, with no substantive policy changes or obligations.

To amend sections 5725.98, 5726.98, 5729.98, 5747.98, and 5751.98 and to enact sections 5725.39, 5726.62, 5727.242, 5727.301, 5729.22, 5736.51, 5747.74, and 5751.56 of the Revised Code to authorize a refundable tax credit for a portion of employer group health plan premiums.

Maddy summarySR 39 is a Senate Resolution memorializing Alan J. Zaleski, a former Ohio State Senator and decorated U.S. Marine Corps veteran. It expresses the Senate's condolences to his family and commemorates his service as a city councilman, county commissioner, and state senator, highlighting his career in business and community involvement. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is a formal expression of respect and remembrance. It was adopted by the Ohio Senate on February 25, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 38) honoring Annice Carter for her 30-year service with the Ohio Legislative Service Commission (LSC), including her prior work with the Ohio Legislative Budget Office. It formally recognizes her dedication, professionalism, and contributions to the Ohio General Assembly and state government. The resolution, adopted on February 18, 2025, extends a formal tribute and well-wishes for her retirement but does not create any new laws or affect policy.

To amend section 319.301 of the Revised Code to include emergency levies, substitute levies, all inside millage, and school district income taxes in the calculation of a school district's effective millage floor.

To confirm the appointment of James Tressel as Lieutenant Governor of Ohio in accordance with Section 17a of Article III of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Maddy summarySCR 6 is a non-binding resolution urging Congress to pass legislation making daylight saving time (DST) permanent nationwide. It states that current federal law prevents states from adopting permanent DST, despite claims of benefits like extended evening daylight and energy savings. The resolution asks Congress to change this law, noting that some states (like Arizona) already opt out of DST. This resolution does not create new law or affect citizens directly; it is solely a request to the federal government.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 34), not a policy bill. It formally honors Regan Burke-Onda for her service as a Senate staff member, specifically recognizing her roles as a legislative aide, senior legislative aide, and executive assistant to Senate leadership. The resolution commends her contributions to the Ohio Senate's efficiency and effectiveness but does not create any new laws or affect public policy. It is a symbolic gesture with no binding requirements or financial impact.