What does Ohio House Bill HB 253 do?

HB 253: License advanced practice respiratory therapists

When was Ohio House Bill HB 253 introduced?

HB 253 was introduced on Apr 30, 2025.

What's the current status of Ohio House Bill HB 253?

The latest action on HB 253 by the House was: Referred to committee (Health) on May 07, 2025.

Who introduced Ohio House Bill HB 253?

HB 253 was introduced by Marilyn John.

Bill tracking in Ohio - HB 253 (136 legislative session)

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HB 253

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License advanced practice respiratory therapists

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House • May 07, 2025: Referred to committee (Health)

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As Introduced

John, Young, 3rd Hearing, Opp/IP Testimony • House Health

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Oct 22, 2025 10:30am

Room 121

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Marilyn John
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(R - 76)
Tom Young
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(R - 37)

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May 07, 2025 | House
- Referred to committee (Health)
Apr 30, 2025 | House
- Introduced

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Analysis - As IntroducedPDF
Testimony by Reps. John and Young (Proponent) -- Health, 1st Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Kelli Hykes (Ohio Nurses Association, Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Nancy Colletti, PhD (Ohio Society of Respiratory Care, Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Sarah Varekojis, PhD (Ohio Society of Respiratory Care, Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Laura Evans (Ohio Society of Respiratory Care, Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by *WRITTEN TESTIMONY BELOW THIS LINE* (Interested Party) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Michael Myers (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Karen McCoy, MD (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Jenn Emmert (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Mindy Conklin (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Ryan Bellomy (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Emily Amin, MD (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Dr. George Burton (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Harold Alan Strickland (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Andrew Yagodich (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Matt Munroe (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Daniel Thacker (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Shannon Zerante (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Jessica Schweller (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Georgianna Segakis (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)
Testimony by Andrew Pinkerton (Proponent) -- Health, 2nd Hearing (October 8, 2025)

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https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/HB253

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