Create the Law Enforcement Purple Heart license plate

Number S. B. No. 229
Type Senate Bill
General Assembly 136
https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/sb229

Sponsors

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While a bill usually has one primary sponsor (or a few lead sponsors), other lawmakers can sign on as co-sponsors. A co-sponsor is a congressmen who adds their name to the bill to publicly show their support and increase the bill's chances of passing, even if they are not managing the day-to-day legislative strategy.

The key responsibilities of a sponsor include:

  • Introduction: They are the official person who formally submits the bill to be read and debated by the legislative body.
  • Advocacy: They act as the primary champion for the legislation, explaining its purpose and arguing why it is necessary.
  • Gathering Support: They work to persuade other lawmakers to vote for the bill and often seek out expert testimony or public support to build momentum.
  • Navigating the Process: They help shepherd the bill through various committees, negotiate amendments or changes, and guide it toward a final vote.

Primary Sponsors

Mark Romanchuk
District 22
Party Republican
Chamber Senate

Co-Sponsors

Status Changes

House Senate Governor
  1. Introduced
    Nov 10 2025
  2. Referred to committee
    Nov 12 2025
  1. Introduced
    Jul 07 2025
  2. Referred to committee
    Oct 01 2025
  3. Reported
    Oct 29 2025
    Vote Result
    Favorable Passage
  4. Passed
    Nov 05 2025
    Vote Result
    Passed

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