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Pending and Enacted in the 127th Ohio General Assembly
2007-2008
Current through July 31, 2008
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Listed below are the health-related bills that are pending or have been enacted in the 127th Ohio General Assembly
which opened in January 2007. We include links to the full text legislation and
the most recently available analysis from the Ohio Legislative
Service Commission. The bills are listed by number from the most recently introduced to the earliest with House bills listed first, followed by Senate bills.
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H.B. 601 - Life Sustaining Treatment
Sponsored by Representative Lynn Wachtmann (R-Napoleon)
Requires the Director of Health to prescribe a form to document medical orders for life-sustaining treatment and makes changes to the law governing DNR identification and orders.
Chronology
July 17, 2008 Introduced in the House
H.B. 580 - Alternative Health Care
Sponsored by Representative John Adams (R-Sidney)
Regarding the provision of complementary or alternative health care services.
Chronology
May 29, 2008 Introduced in the House
H.B. 595 - Medicaid Program
Sponsored by Representative Lynn Wachtmann (R-Napoleon)
Requires the Director of Job and Family Services to seek federal approval to establish an alcohol and controlled substance testing and
treatment component of the Medicaid program.
Chronology
June 16, 2008 Introduced in the House
H.B. 571 - Certificate of Need
Sponsored by Representative Tyrone Yates (D-Cincinnati)
Restores the certificate of need program for the construction of new hospitals and the conduct of other health-related activities.
Chronology
May 19, 2008 Introduced in the House
May 20, 2008 Referred to Finance & Appropriations Committee
H.B. 553 - Surgical Technology
Sponsored by Representative Jim McGregor (R-Gahanna)
Regulates the practice of surgical technology.
Chronology
May 12, 2008 Introduced in the House
May 19, 2008 Referred to Health Committee
H.B. 503 - Psychologist Licensing
Sponsored by Representative Jon Peterson (R-Delaware)
Regarding the experience and training requirements necessary for admission to examination for a psychologist license.
Chronology
March 11, 2008 Introduced in the House
March 31, 2008 Referred to Health Committee
May 7, 2008 Reported out of committee
May 29, 2008 Passed in House 92-0
June 10, 2008 Moved to Senate and referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As reported by House Health Committee
H.B. 493 - Pathology Billing
Sponsored by Representative David Daniels (R-Greenfield)
Regarding billing for anatomic pathology services.
Chronology
March 5, 2008 Introduced in the House
March 11, 2008 Referred to Health Committee
May 21, 2008 Reported out of committee
May 29, 2008 Passed in House 89-3
June 10, 2008 Moved to Senate and referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As reported by House Health Committee
H.B. 456 - Hospital Care Assurance
Sponsored by Representative Jim Raussen (R-Cincinnati)
Establishes Ohio CARE and amends section 5112.08 of the Revised Code to limit or deny funds under the Hospital Care Assurance
Program to a hospital that fails to contract with Medicaid managed care organizations and provides that these provisions of this act terminate on October 16,
2009, when section 5112.08 of the Revised Code is repealed on that date.
Chronology
January 29, 2008 Introduced in the House
January 30, 2008 Referred to Healthcare Access & Affordability Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
H.B. 398 - Radiologist Assistants
Sponsored by Representative Kevin Bacon (R-Minerva Park)
Regarding licensure of radiologist assistants.
Chronology
November 21, 2007 Introduced in the House
December 3, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
H.B. 355 - Medicaid Fraud
Sponsored by Representative Jim Hughes (R-Columbus)
Provides for the recovery of damages and civil penalties for defrauding the state of money, property, or services in relation to the
Medicaid Program and authorizes private persons to bring qui tam civil actions to remedy the frauds.
Chronology
October 18, 2007 Introduced in the House
October 23, 2007 Referred to Civil & Commercial Law Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
H.B. 346 - Hospital Staffing
Sponsored by Representative Jim Hughes (R-Columbus)
Regarding hospital staffing guidelines for registered nurses.
Chronology
October 9, 2007 Introduced in the House
October 10, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
February 7, 2008 Reported out of committee
March 12, 2008 Passed in House 91-1
April 1, 2008 Moved to Senate and referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
May 21, 2008 Reported out of committee
May 22, 2008 Passed in Senate 33-0
May 28, 2008 House concurs in Senate amendments
June 12, 2008 Signed by Governor; effective in 90 days
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As reported by Senate Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
H.B. 331 - Maternity Licensure
Sponsored by Representative Mark Wagoner (R-Ottawa Hills)
Regarding the licensure of maternity homes and obstetric and newborn care facilities.
Chronology
October 2, 2007 Introduced in the House
October 9, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
January 30, 2008 Reported out of committee
February 19, 2008 Passed in House 91-0
March 11, 2008 Moved to Senate and referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
May 7, 2008 Reported out of committee
May 13, 2008 Passed in Senate 32-0
May 20, 2008 House concurs in Senate amendments
June 2, 2008 Signed by Governor; effective in 90 days
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As reported by Senate Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
H.B. 314 - Ultrasound Images
Sponsored by Representative Shannon Jones (R-Springboro)
Requires that a woman who is to have an abortion be given the opportunity to view any available obstetric ultrasound image.
Chronology
September 18, 2007 Introduced in the House
September 27, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
December 12, 2007 Reported out of committee
December 12, 2007 Passed in House 72-18
January 9, 2008 Moved to Senate and referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
March 9, 2008 Reported out of committee
March 13, 2008 Passed in Senate 24-8
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As reported by Senate Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
H.B. 287 - Abortion Parental Consent
Sponsored by Representative John Adams (R-Sidney)
Relative to requiring paternal consent before an abortion may be performed.
Chronology
July 19, 2007 Introduced in the House
September 10, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
H.B. 284 - Abortion
Sponsored by Representative Tom Brickman (R-Cincinnati)
Prohibits abortions in this state, increases
the penalties for the offenses of unlawful abortion, unlawful distribution of an abortion-inducing drug, and abortion trafficking, and makes
conforming changes in related provisions.
Chronology
July 10, 2007 Introduced in the House
September 10, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
H.B. 280 - Abortion
Sponsored by Representative Michelle Schneider (R-Cincinnati)
Requiring facilities that perform abortions to display a sign and enhancing the criminal penalty for causing or attempting to
cause physical harm to a family or household member who was pregnant at the time of the offense.
Chronology
June 27, 2007 Introduced in the House
September 10, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
May 21, 2008 Reported out of committee
May 28, 2008 Passed in House 89-7
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As reported by House Health Committee
H.B. 253 - Prescriptive Authority
Sponsored by Representative Scott Oelslager (R-Canton)
Modifies the authority of certain advanced practice nurses to prescribe schedule II controlled substances.
Chronology
May 31, 2007 Introduced in the House
June 7, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
March 12, 200 Reported out of committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
H.B. 249 - Medical Transportation
Sponsored by Representative Ross McGregor (R-Springfield)
Modifies the Medicaid program's reimbursement rate for medical transportation services.
Chronology
May 30, 2007 Introduced in the House
June 7, 2007 Referred to Finance & Appropriations Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
H.B. 236 - Family Health/Hospitals
Sponsored by Representative Sandra Williams (D-Cleveland)
Requires the Director of Job and Family Services to seek federal permission to establish the Family Health Plus component
of the Medicaid program,imposes a new assessment on hospitals, and earmarks the proceeds from the new assessment for the Family Health Plus component.
Chronology
May 29, 2007 Introduced in the House
June 7, 2007 Referred to Healthcare Access & Affordability Committee
H.B. 229 - Pharmacy Fees
Sponsored by Representative Shannon Jones (R-Springboro)
Requires the Director of Job and Family Services to analyze the fiscal impact of changes to the formula used to establish federal upper limits
for generic drugs enacted by the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 and to increase, subject to a maximum amount, the dispensing fees
paid to pharmacists for dispensing generic drugs to Medicaid recipients for fiscal years 2008 and 2009.
Chronology
May 22, 2007 Introduced in the House
May 23, 2007 Referred to Finance & Appropriations Committee
H.B. 212 - Ambulance Services
Sponsored by Representative John Schlichter (R-Washington CH)
Modifies the staffing requirements for ambulances during emergency runs and while transporting patients, and requires certain minimum standards for ambulance drivers.
Chronology
May 8, 2007 Introduced in the House
May 9, 2007 Referred to Infrastructure, Homeland Security and Veterans Affairs Committee
June 6, 2007 Reported out of committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
H.B. 200 - Home Health Workers
Sponsored by Representative Barbara Boyd (D-Cleveland Hts.)
Provides for licensing of home health care workers.
Chronology
May 1, 2007 Introduced in the House
May 8, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
H.B. 194 - Hospital Executive Sessions
Sponsored by Representative James Zehringer (R-Ft. Recovery)
Allows joint township hospitals to hold an executive session for purposes of discussing trade secrets.
Chronology
May 1, 2007 Introduced in the House
May 3, 2007 Referred to State Government & Elections Committee
June 7, 2007 Reported out of committee
June 26, 2007 Passed in House 96-0
June 27, 2006 Moved to Senate and referred to State & Local Government & Veterans Affairs Committee
October 16, 2007 Reported out of committee
October 30, 2007 Passed in Senate 32-0
November 13, 2007 Signed by Governor; effective in 90 days
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As reported by Senate State & Local Government & Veterans Affairs Committee
H.B. 188 - Dental Hygienists
Sponsored by Representative John Adams (R-Sidney)
Permits dental hygienists to enter into collaboration agreements with dentists. 30, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
H.B. 185 - Nursing
Sponsored by Representative Joyce Beatty (D-Columbus)
Regarding tuition reimbursement, tax credits, and mandatory overtime for nurses and nurse aides.
Chronology
April 25, 2007 Introduced in the House
April 30, 2007 Referred to Ways & Means Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
H.B. 164 - Federal Health Centers
Sponsored by Representative Ross McGregor (R-Springfield)
Requirea the Ohio Department of Health to promote the establishment of federal health centers, includes federally
qualified health center look-alikes in the medical malpractice premium assistance program, creates a pilot program to place federally qualified
health centers in two hospital emergency departments, and makes an appropriation.
Chronology
April 18, 2007 Introduced in the House
April 25, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
June 20, 2007 Reported out of committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
H.B. 149 - Optometry
Sponsored by Representative David Daniels (R-Greenfield)
Modifies the laws governing the State Board of Optometry and the practice of optometry, including the
laws authorizing optometrists to administer and prescribe drugs.
Chronology
April 12, 2007 Introduced in the House
April 17, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
June 13, 2007 Reported out of committee
June 26, 2007 Passed in House 95-1
June 27, 2007 Moved to Senate and referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
December 5, 2007 Reported out of committee
December 11, 2007 Passed in Senate 32-0
December 12, 2007 House concurs in Senate amendments
December 21, 2007 Signed by Governor; effective in 90 days
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As reported by Senate Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
H.B. 148 - Alternative Health
Sponsored by Representative Lynn Wachtmann (R-Napoleon)
Regarding the provision of complementary or alternative health care services.
Chronology
April 12, 2007 Introduced in the House
April 25, 2007 Referred to Commerce & Labor Committee
H.B. 131 - Dental Hygienists
Sponsored by Representative Ross McGregor (R-Springfield)
Permits dental hygienists to practice in certain places and makes appropriations to the Departments of Development and Health.
Chronology
March 27, 2007 Introduced in the House
March 28, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
H.B. 122 - Medical Records
Sponsored by Representative Peter Ujvagi (D-Toledo)
Allows an authorized person to obtain one copy of a patient's medical record without charge.
Chronology
March 21, 2007 Introduced in the House
March 27, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
H.B. 99 - Epilepsy Drugs
Sponsored by Representative Michelle Schneider (R-Cincinnati)
Regarding substitution of drugs intended to treat epilepsy.
Chronology
March 6, 2007 Introduced in the House
March 12, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
H.B. 73 - Pharmacy Immunizations
Sponsored by Representative John Adams (R-Sidney)
Modifies the authority of pharmacists to administer immunizations and makes changes in certain voting procedures of the State Board of Pharmacy.
Chronology
February 27, 2007 Introduced in the House
March 6, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
H.B. 39 - Pharmaceutical Marketing
Sponsored by Representative Michael Skindell (D-Lakewood)
Requires manufacturers and labelers of dangerous drugs to disclose to the Director of Health the value,
nature and purpose of certain gifts, fees, paymens, subsidies and other economic benefits they provide in connection
with pharmaceutical detailing, marketing or promotion.
Chronology
February 20, 2007 Introduced in the House
February 20, 2007 Referred to Health Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
S.B. 343 - Medical Cannabis
Sponsored by Senator Tom Roberts (D-Trotwood)
Regarding the medical use of cannabis.
Chronology
May 22, 2008 Introduced in the Senate
May 27, 2008 Referred to Judiciary-Criminal Justice Committee
S.B. 301 - Pathology Billing
Sponsored by Senator Bill Seitz (R-Cincinnati)
Regarding billing for anatomic pathology services.
Chronology
March 5, 2008 Introduced in the Senate
March 11, 2008 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
S.B. 279 - Medical Board
Sponsored by Senator Kirk Schuring (R-Canton)
Regarding certain State Medical Board procedures, restrictions on physician assistants, and admission to the massage or cosmetic therapist examination.
Chronology
January 24, 2008 Introduced in the Senate
January 30, 2008 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
April 23, 2008 Reported out of committee
May 7, 2008 Passed in Senate 32-0
May 13, 2008 Moved to House and referred to Health Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As reported by Senate Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
S.B. 245 - Acupuncture
Sponsored by Senator Kirk Schuring (R-Canton)
Modifies the laws regarding the practice of acupuncturists.
Chronology
November 1, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
November 14, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
January 30, 2008 Reported out of committee
February 5, 2008 Passed in Senate 30-1
February 12, 2008 Moved to House and referred to Health Committee
April 23, 2008 Reported out of committee
May 13, 2008 Passed in House 33-0
May 23, 2008 Signed by Governor; effective in 90 days
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As reported by House Health Committee
S.B. 231 - Abortion Clinics
Sponsored by Senator Gary Cates (R-West Chester)
Requires facilities that perform abortions to display a sign and enhances the criminal penalty for causing or attempting
to cause physical harm to a family or household member who was pregnant at the time of the offense.
Chronology
October 4, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
October 9, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
S.B. 230 - Abortion Ultrasound
Sponsored by Senator Gary Cates (R-West Chester)
Requires that a woman who is to have an abortion be given the opportunity to view any available obstetric ultrasound image.
Chronology
October 4, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
October 9, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
S.B. 229 - Radiologist Assistants
Sponsored by Senator Randy Gardner (R-Bowling Green)
Regarding licensure of radiologist assistants.
Chronology
October 4, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
October 9, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
April 16, 2008 Reported out of committee
April 23, 2008 Passed in Senate 32-0
April 29, 2008 Moved to House and referred to Health Committee
May 21, 2008 Reported out of committee
May 29, 2008 Passed in House 94-1
May 29, 2008 Senate concurs in House amendments
June 11, 2008 Signed by Governor; effective in 90 days
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As reported by House Health Committee
S.B. 227 - Medicaid Refunds
Sponsored by Senator Bob Schuler (R-Cincinnati)
Requires the Department of Job and Family Services to pay a nonprofit nursing home that does not participate in the Medicaid program an annual refund.
Chronology
October 2, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
October 9, 2007 Referred to Finance & Financial Institutions Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
S.B. 203 - Pharmacy Staffing
Sponsored by Senator Timothy Grendell (R-Chesterland)
Requires the State Board of Pharmacy to certify and regulate individuals who work as pharmacy technicians.
Chronology
July 19, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
October 2, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
May 28, 2008 Reported out of committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As reported by Senate Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
S.B. 194 - Health Administration
Sponsored by Senator Ray Miller (D-Columbus)
Creates the Department of Health Care Administration; transfer the Medicaid Program, Children's Health Insurance Program Parts I and II,
Hospital Care Assurance Program, Disability Medical Assistance Program, Ohio's Best Rx Program, and
Residential State Supplement Program to the new department; requires
the new department to create a central pharmaceutical purchasing office; and makes an appropriation.
Chronology
June 27, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
October 2, 2007 Referred to Finance & Financial Institutions Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
S.B. 179 - Pregnancy Prevention
Sponsored by Senator Susan Morano (D-Lorain)
Regarding assistance for pregnancy prevention.
Chronology
May 30, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
May 31, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
S.B. 178 - Dental Agreements
Sponsored by Senator Joy Padgett (R-Coshocton)
Permits dental hygienists to enter into collaboration agreements with dentists.
Chronology
May 30, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
May 31, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
S.B. 169 - Medicaid Fraud
Sponsored by Senator David Goodman (R-New Albany)
Prohibits and provides civil penalties for the filing of false or fraudulent claims with the state and for defrauding the state of
money or property in relation to the Medicaid program; creates a procedure for investigation by the Attorney General of suspected violations and
authorizes the Attorney General to bring civil enforcement actions on behalf of the state.
Chronology
May 15, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
May 16, 2007 Referred to Judiciary-Civil Justice Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
S.B. 156 - Lift Equipment
Sponsored by Senator Steve Stivers (R-Columbus)
Permits the Administrator of Workers' Compensation to make loans from the Long-Term Care Loan Fund to hospitals for lift equipment.
Chronology
April 25, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
May 1, 2007 Referred to Insurance, Commerce & Labor Committee
S.B. 138 - Occupational Therapy
Sponsored by Senator Tim Schaffer (R-Lancaster)
Regarding coverage of occupational therapy services under the Medicaid program.
Chronology
April 5, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
April 17, 2007 Referred to Finance & Financial Institutions Committee
S.B. 120 - Hospital Requirements
Sponsored by Senator David Goodman (R-New Albany)
Requires hospitals to operate emergency departments and maintain Medicaid and Medicare provider agreements, provides
exemptions to these requirements, and permits the Director of Health to seek an injunction for violation of these requirements.
Chronology
March 20, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
March 21, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
S.B. 114 - Epilepsy Drugs
Sponsored by Senator Kevin Coughlin (R-Cuyahoga Falls)
Regarding substitution of drugs intended to treat epilepsy.
Chronology
March 13, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
March 14, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
S.B. 68 - Cultural Competency
Sponsored by Senator Ray Miller (D-Columbus)
Requires instruction in cultural competency to qualify to obtain or renew a certificate of registration to practice medicine and surgery or
osteopathic medicine and surgery.
Chronology
February 20, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
February 27, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
S.B. 65 - Nursing Laws
Sponsored by Senator Ray Miller (D-Columbus)
Regarding tuition reimbursement, tax credits, and mandatory overtime for nurses and nurse aides.
Chronology
February 20, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
February 27, 2007 Referred to Ways & Means & Economic Development Committee
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As introduced
S.B. 63 - Stem Cell Research
Sponsored by Senator Ray Miller (D-Columbus)
Regarding stem cell research.
Chronology
February 20, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
February 27, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
S.B. 61 - Home Health Checks
Sponsored by Senator Ray Miller (D-Columbus)
Requires the Director of Health to establish pilot programs in seven counties for the purpose of providing door-to-door health checks by
nurses or other health professionals in neighborhoods or areas that have traditionally lacked access to health care providers or
services and makes an appropriation for the biennium beginning on July 1, 2007.
Chronology
February 20, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
February 27, 2007 Referred to Finance & Financial Institutions Committee
S.B. 58 - Pharmacy Immunizations
Sponsored by Senator Kevin Coughlin (R-Cuyahoga Falls)
Modifies the authority of pharmacists to administer immunizations and makes changes in certain voting procedures of the State Board of Pharmacy.
Chronology
February 20, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
February 27, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
March 7, 2007 Reported out of committee
March 20, 2007 Passed in Senate 33-0
March 27, 2007 Moved to House and referred to Health Committee
May 9, 2007 Reported out of committee
May 16, 2007 Passed in House 96-1
May 31, 2007 Signed by Governor; effective in 90 days
Bill analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
As reported by House Health Committee
S.B. 33 - Acupuncture/Drug Repository
Sponsored by Senator Kirk Schuring (R-Canton)
Regarding the practice of acupuncture by chiropractors, the State Medical Board's use of private attorneys as
temporary hearing examiners, and modifies the immunity from liability that applies under the Drug Repository Program.
Chronology
February 20, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
February 27, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
March 7, 2007 Reported out of committee
March 20, 2007 Passed in Senate 32-1
March 27, 2007 Moved to House and referred to Health Committee
April 25, 2007 Reported out of committee
May 15, 2007 Passed in House 89-9
May 22, 2007 Signed by Governor; effective in 90 days
Final analysis from the Ohio Legislative Service Commission
S.B. 13 - Health Care
Sponsored by Senator Shirley Smith (D-Cleveland)
Formally states the intention of the 127th General Assembly to deliberate on how to improve
the provision of, and payment for, health care services in Ohio in a manner that promotes Ohio's economic development and revises
the laws of this state to achieve improvements in these matters.
Chronology
February 20, 2007 Introduced in the Senate
February 27, 2007 Referred to Health, Human Services & Aging Committee
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