Sen. Tom Patton

Maddy summaryHB 107 officially designates a specific stretch of Interstate 90 in Cleveland, running between East 72nd and East 105th Streets, as the "Cleveland Firefighter Johnny Tetrick Memorial Highway." This change directly affects drivers and travelers using that portion of the interstate by formally naming it in honor of a local firefighter. The bill authorizes the state director of transportation to install physical signs along the road to display the new name. Once effective, this legislation serves as a permanent commemorative marker rather than altering any traffic rules or regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 432 updates Ohio's career-technical education laws by strengthening oversight for community schools and clarifying substitute teacher licensing. The bill requires school sponsors to conduct monthly financial and enrollment reviews, report findings to officials, and provide technical assistance to ensure schools follow their contracts and maintain performance standards. It also establishes new rules for substitute teaching licenses, allowing educators with related degrees to teach for unlimited days or those with unrelated degrees to teach for one semester with approval. Additionally, the legislation sets a transition timeline for existing career-technical teachers to adopt new professional or workforce development licenses while permitting them to continue renewing their current credentials until the deadline.

To amend sections 2903.13 and 2917.41 and to enact section 306.20 of the Revised Code to increase the penalty for assault when the victim is an operator of an Ohio transit system bus or rail car; to authorize Ohio transit systems to post a sign regarding abuse or assault of staff; and to increase the penalty for evading payment of the known fares of a public transportation system.

To amend sections 715.27, 3781.102, 4740.01, 4740.02, 4740.04, 4740.12, 4740.13, and 4764.03 of the Revised Code to require licensure of commercial roofing contractors.

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 sections 323.152, 323.153, 323.156, 323.158, 4503.06, 4503.066, 4503.067, 4503.069, and 4503.0610 and to enact section 4503.0612 of the Revised Code to authorize a property tax freeze for certain owner-occupied homes.

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.

To amend sections 323.152 and 4503.065 of the Revised Code to authorize a total property tax exemption for the homesteads of totally disabled veterans and their surviving spouses.

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.