Sen. Beth Liston

Maddy summarySR 255 is a ceremonial Senate Resolution honoring David Lee Wycuff, a former Ohio state employee who managed state buildings (including the Ohio Statehouse) and was active in his church community. The resolution, adopted on December 30, 2025, expresses the Senate's condolences to his family and commemorates his contributions to the Statehouse, his church, and his community. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is a symbolic tribute with no legal effect. The resolution directs the Senate Clerk to send a copy to Wycuff's family.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 246), not a law with policy changes. It honors the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (OU HCOM) for its 50th anniversary. The resolution recognizes OU HCOM's role as Ohio's only osteopathic medical school, its expansion to multiple campuses, its graduation of over 5,000 physicians (60% remaining in Ohio to practice), and its status as the state's largest producer of primary care physicians. The Senate formally commends the college and transmits a copy of the resolution to the institution.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 239) honoring Jim Kelly for his service to the Legislative Service Commission. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to recognize Mr. Kelly's contributions. The resolution formally expresses appreciation for his work with the Commission, which supports legislative operations. No concrete policy changes or direct impacts on constituents are involved.

To amend section 5747.113 and to enact sections 3701.27 and 4503.108 of the Revised Code to create the Pediatric Cancer Research Fund in the state treasury to support hospitals conducting pediatric cancer research and to authorize voluntary contributions to the fund, including when registering motor vehicles or filing state income tax returns.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 232) honoring the Thomas Worthington High School field hockey team for winning the 2025 Division I State Championship. It does not create any new laws or policies, nor does it affect any individuals or entities beyond this symbolic recognition. The resolution serves solely to commend the team's athletic achievement. As a procedural measure, it has no legislative impact or binding effect.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 226) honoring Zelda “Zettie” Zoe Keeran. It serves solely to memorialize her life and legacy without creating any new laws or affecting policies or individuals. The resolution has no legislative effect beyond recognition.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 219 honors the Gahanna Lincoln High School girls cross country team for winning the 2025 Division I State Championship. This ceremonial resolution serves as a symbolic recognition of the team's athletic achievement without creating any new laws or affecting policies. It directly acknowledges the team's accomplishment but has no practical impact beyond the acknowledgment.

Maddy summarySB 314 requires nurse aides working in Ohio long-term care facilities to complete specialized dementia care training. The bill mandates that this training cover recognizing dementia symptoms, communication strategies, and person-centered care techniques. This applies to all nurse aides employed in facilities providing dementia care services. The training requirement would be enforced under new sections added to Ohio's Revised Code.

Honoring the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Parks and Watercraft on receiving the 2025 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.

To make an appropriation to continue to fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families programs, and Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children contingent upon a lapse in federal funding.