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HB 216

Enact A HAND UP Act

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Sean Brennan and 15 co-sponsors

HB 216 (A HAND UP Act) was introduced in Ohio with bipartisan support but details remain unavailable; specific provisions and impact cannot be assessed without legislative text.

Referred to committee
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Bill Summary · HB 216

Legislative bill overview

HB 216, titled "A HAND UP Act," was introduced in the Ohio House of Representatives in April 2025 with bipartisan sponsorship. The bill was referred to committee on April 9, 2025, but specific legislative text detailing its provisions is not publicly available in standard databases at this time.

Why is this important

Without access to the bill's specific language, it is difficult to assess real-world impact. However, the bipartisan nature of sponsorship (including representatives from both parties) suggests the bill addresses an issue with cross-party support. The title "A HAND UP Act" suggests it may relate to assistance programs, workforce development, or social services in Ohio.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of publicly available details: The bill's specific provisions, funding mechanisms, and affected programs cannot be assessed without official legislative text.
  • Scope of assistance programs: Depending on what "hand up" initiatives are included, there may be disagreement over eligibility requirements, funding levels, or program design.
  • Budget implications: Any expansion of state assistance programs typically faces questions about fiscal sustainability and funding sources.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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