State • Ohio
HB 311: Designate EMS week in Ohio
Erika WhiteIntroduced
HB 311 status: Introduced — Effective 9/7/26 (updated Sep 7, 2026).
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What this bill does
Overall score
Score75/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactLow impact 5/100
Bill summary
OfficialA new state law officially makes the third full week of May "EMS Week" in Ohio.
Key analysis
Constitutionality100%
Bipartisan80%
Public opinion85%
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Impact analysis
Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct environmental effect identified
Risks
- No direct environmental effect identified
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct economic effect identified
Risks
- No direct economic effect identified
Society
Positive Outlook
60%
Benefits
- Recognizes and honors emergency medical services professionals
- Boosts community appreciation for first responders
Risks
- No identified social downside
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Warning
Symbolic legislation with no material policy, fiscal, or enforcement effect
Limitation
Analysis based solely on summary provided
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Where it stands
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Introduced
CurrentEffective 9/7/26
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Committee
Upcoming3
Floor
Upcoming4
Governor
Upcoming5
Enacted
Upcoming5
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