The measure would require ride-sharing companies to apply for a permit with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, and mandate that drivers carry $1 million in insurance covering work for such companies.
Ohio lawmakers also gave final votes to a bill to prohibit a public employer from asking about an applicant's criminal history on a job application form.
Under the measure, school districts affected by the lost tangible personal property tax reimbursement would see almost $50 million over the two-year budget.
The bill also contains a variety of other changes, including a provision to provide Wright State University with $220,000 to help with any security upgrades needed before it hosts a 2016 general election presidential debate.
Final House votes were planned on a bill to ban a public employer from asking about an applicant's criminal history on a job application form, and another to set statewide regulations for ride-sharing services.
Under the measure, school districts affected by the lost tangible personal property tax reimbursement would see almost $50 million over the two-year budget.
The bill also contains a variety of other changes, including a provision to provide Wright State University with $220,000 to help with any security upgrades needed before it hosts a 2016 general election presidential debate.
State senators have approved legislation to restore a sales-tax exemption for residents buying rare coins and precious metal bullion.
Emergency responders in Ohio could provide certain medical treatment to injured pets under legislation that has cleared the Ohio House.
The measure would require ride-sharing companies to apply for a permit with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, and mandate that drivers carry $1 million in insurance covering work for such companies.
The House was to vote on a bill that would let certain emergency personnel provide injured dogs or cats with some medical services, such as "mouth to snout," while responding to fires or other emergencies.
Emergency responders in Ohio could provide certain medical treatment to injured pets under legislation that state lawmakers plan to consider on their final session day of the year.
The House planned to vote on a bill authorizing certain emergency personnel to provide an injured dog or cat with some medical services, such as "mouth to snout," while responding to a fire or other emergency situation.
