Bills to Watch in 2026
Protects individuals and medical professionals from discrimination for refusing medical procedures or services based on conscience or belief.
Updates how county budget commissions operate and how property tax revenue is allocated among local governments. Signed into law: December 19, 2025 Effective date: Typically 90 days after signing, March 19 2026
Allows public schools and colleges to teach the positive role of Judeo-Christian values in American history.
Revises Ohio vaccine law expands parental rights, notice requirements, and conscience exemptions.
Creates a Certificate of Need system for recovery housing residences.
Designates August 26 as Abbey Gate Remembrance Day to honor fallen service members.
Requires absentee ballots to be received by boards of elections by the close of polls on Election Day to be counted, tightening Ohio election procedures. Signed into law: December 19, 2025 Ohio Legislature Effective date: March 19, 2026