Sen. Bill Blessing

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 166) honoring Randy Queen for his service to the State of Ohio. It formally recognizes his contributions through a symbolic gesture by the Ohio Senate. The resolution has no binding policy impact or direct effect on legislation, constituents, or state programs. It serves solely as a statement of appreciation, consistent with standard recognition resolutions for public service.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Ricardo DeLaSerda, Jr. for his service with Ohio Legislative Information Systems upon his retirement. It is a ceremonial gesture recognizing his contributions to the state's legislative technology infrastructure. The bill does not create new policy, alter laws, or affect any specific group or program. It serves solely as a formal acknowledgment of his professional retirement.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 138) honoring Harold Bozeman for his service to Ohio. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, funding, or specific groups. The resolution simply recognizes Bozeman's contributions through a formal statement from the Ohio legislature. As a symbolic gesture, it has no direct impact on state operations or constituents.

Maddy summarySB 215 would change how Ohio's homestead exemption is calculated and who qualifies for it. The bill amends two sections of the Revised Code (323.152 and 4503.065) to adjust the formula for determining exemption amounts and update eligibility requirements. Homeowners claiming the homestead exemption on their primary residence would be directly affected by these changes. The abstract does not specify the exact nature of the modifications to the calculation or eligibility criteria.

To amend section 3959.01 and to enact sections 3957.01, 3957.02, 3957.03, 3957.04, 3957.05, 3957.06, 3957.07, 3957.08, 3957.09, 3957.10, 3957.11, 3957.12, 3957.13, 3957.14, 3957.15, 3957.16, 3957.17, and 3957.99 of the Revised Code to establish a stand-alone licensing process and new contractual requirements for pharmacy benefit managers.

To amend sections 123.28, 123.281, 5753.01, 5753.031, 5753.04, 5753.05, 5753.06, 5753.07, 5753.08, and 5753.12 and to enact sections 123.282 and 5753.022 of the Revised Code to levy a fee on gross sports gaming wagers and to use revenue from the fee to support publicly owned professional sports facilities and interscholastic athletics.

To amend sections 122.175, 131.44, 131.51, 319.30, 319.301, 319.54, 321.24, 321.26, 323.08, 323.152, 323.155, 323.158, 351.01, 351.021, 353.06, 718.83, 1509.01, 1509.02, 1509.11, 1509.34, 1513.08, 1513.182, 3301.91, 3313.819, 3354.24, 3354.25, 4503.06, 4503.065, 5703.021, 5703.052, 5703.19, 5703.80, 5709.92, 5709.93, 5715.19, 5715.30, 5739.01, 5739.02, 5739.03, 5739.05, 5739.08, 5739.09, 5739.091, 5741.01, 5747.01, 5747.02, 5747.03, 5747.031, 5747.08, 5747.10, 5747.38, 5747.41, 5747.71, 5747.98, 5749.01, 5749.02, 5749.04, 5749.06, 5749.07, 5749.08, 5749.10, 5749.11, 5749.12, 5749.13, 5749.14, 5749.15, 5751.01, and 5751.20; to enact section 5747.87; and to repeal sections 319.302, 1509.50, 5739.41, and 5751.40 of the Revised Code and to amend Section 259.30 of H.B. 33 of the 135th General Assembly to modify the law governing property, income, sales and use, severance, and lodging taxes; to provide breakfast and lunch at no cost to public and chartered nonpublic school students; to increase the Local Government Fund; to modify funding for the Low- and Moderate-income Housing Trust Fund; and to name this act A Good Deal for Ohio.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 121 is a commemorative resolution that honors Isaac Rogers for his outstanding service to the Ohio Senate.

To create the Workforce Investment Now (WIN) for Child Care pilot program to provide publicly funded child care to child care staff members and to make an appropriation.

Maddy summaryThe bill, SB 176 (Digital Fair Repair Act), would require manufacturers of digital devices (like smartphones, laptops, and appliances) to provide independent repair shops and consumers with necessary repair manuals, diagnostic tools, and affordable genuine parts. It directly affects device manufacturers, independent repair businesses, and consumers who seek to repair their own electronics. Key provisions would mandate that manufacturers make these resources available on reasonable terms, reducing barriers to repair. The bill aims to promote longer device lifespans and reduce electronic waste by making repairs more accessible. (Note: Specific details of the enacted sections are not provided in the given context.)