The bill amends various sections of the Revised Code to enhance the regulation of imitation meat and egg products, as well as to revise agricultural laws, particularly concerning pesticide application. Key amendments include the appointment of deputy apiarists by county commissioners, who must now submit salary and expense reports to the director of agriculture for review. The bill updates definitions related to pesticides, clarifying terms such as "direct supervision" and "restricted use pesticide," and introduces new provisions that allow individuals to apply pesticides under the direct supervision of licensed applicators. It also expands the definition of immediate family members and allows subordinate employees of private applicators to apply restricted use pesticides under supervision.

Additionally, the bill establishes new requirements for community schools, mandating them to adopt policies to prevent the purchase of misbranded food products and outlining necessary components for contracts with sponsors. It emphasizes compliance with health and safety regulations and introduces specific labeling requirements for food products derived from eggs and meat, including definitions for "identifying egg term" and "identifying meat term." The bill also sets conditions for food to be considered misbranded and mandates inspections by the Department of Agriculture based on credible complaints. Overall, the legislation aims to strengthen regulatory oversight in pesticide use, food safety, and educational governance.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3314.03, 3326.11, 3328.24, 3701.132, 3715.60
As Reported By House Committee: 3314.03, 3326.11, 3328.24, 3701.132, 3715.60
As Passed By House: 3314.03, 3326.11, 3328.24, 3701.132, 3715.60
As Reported By Senate Committee: 909.07, 921.01, 921.06, 921.11, 921.16, 921.24, 943.26, 3314.03, 3326.11, 3328.24, 3701.132, 3715.60
As Passed By Senate: 909.07, 921.01, 921.06, 921.11, 921.16, 921.24, 943.26, 3314.03, 3326.11, 3328.24, 3701.132, 3715.60
As Enrolled: 909.07, 921.01, 921.06, 921.11, 921.16, 921.24, 943.26, 3314.03, 3326.11, 3328.24, 3701.132, 3715.60