To amend section 715.72 of the Revised Code to allow two or more municipalities to create a joint economic development district without involving a township.
To enact sections 4119.01, 4119.02, 4119.03, and 4119.04 of the Revised Code to prohibit agreements that restrain engaging in a lawful profession or business after the conclusion of an employment relationship.
To amend sections 5747.08 and 5747.98 and to enact section 5747.87 of the Revised Code to authorize a refundable income tax credit or rebate for homeowners and renters whose property taxes or a portion of their rent exceed five per cent of their income.
Proposing to amend Sections 1b and 1g of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio to modify the process for statutes proposed by initiative petition.
To amend sections 131.02, 319.202, 715.013, 4303.26, 5703.052, 5703.053, 5703.19, 5703.263, 5703.50, 5703.70, 5703.77, 5703.90, 5725.26, and 5751.051 and to enact sections 5747.081, 5755.01, 5755.011, 5755.02, 5755.03, 5755.04, 5755.05, 5755.051, 5755.052, 5755.06, 5755.07, and 5755.99 of the Revised Code to levy a tax on certain high-volume landlords.
Maddy summarySB 30 requires in-person retail merchants to accept cash payments when offered, without banning cash or mandating credit use. It applies to physical stores and services but excludes online, phone, or mail transactions. Key exemptions include airports (with at least two cash-accepting food vendors), municipal parking facilities, mobile-only payment parking, car rentals accepting certified checks, large venues (10,000+ seats), and prepaid card systems meeting specific fee-free conditions. Violations are treated as unfair business practices, allowing customers to seek legal remedies.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 10 honors the St. Ursula Academy girls volleyball team for winning the 2024 Division II State Championship. Adopted by the Ohio Senate on January 28, 2025, the resolution recognizes the team's ninth state title and their five-set victory over Anthony Wayne High School. A copy of the resolution will be formally sent to the team as a ceremonial acknowledgment of their achievement.
Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 4), not a policy bill. The Ohio Senate adopted it on January 13, 2025, to honor Ben Espy, a former Columbus City Council member and Ohio State Senator who served for two decades. The resolution recognizes his career as an attorney, public servant, and community leader, including his work with the Columbus Youth Corps and MLK Holiday Celebration. It expresses the Senate's condolences to his family and commemorates his contributions to Ohio.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 5) honoring Phil Cummins upon his retirement from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission (LSC). It recognizes his 21-year tenure as a senior economist and nonpartisan resource for Ohio legislators, highlighting his contributions to drafting, research, and fiscal analysis. The resolution formally praises his dedication, leadership, and service to the LSC, which supports all members of the Ohio General Assembly. It does not create any new laws or policies.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution honoring Senator Robert D. Hackett for his distinguished service to the Ohio Senate. It recognizes his contributions through various committee roles and his dedication to public service, noting his bipartisan respect among colleagues. The resolution formally applauds his tenure and directs the Senate Clerk to send an authenticated copy of the document to Senator Hackett.
