The resolution adopted by the Ohio Senate outlines the operational rules for the 136th General Assembly, detailing the procedures for convening sessions, the responsibilities of the President of the Senate, and the order of business. It grants the President authority to set session schedules, enforce rules, and manage absences and quorum requirements. The resolution also establishes protocols for committee appointments, meetings, and voting, emphasizing transparency and accountability in legislative processes. It includes guidelines for the introduction and consideration of bills and resolutions, mandates public hearings, and specifies the handling of committee reports to ensure orderly legislative operations.

Additionally, the resolution addresses the conduct of sessions, including rules for motions, voting procedures, and the responsibilities of Senate officers, particularly the Clerk. It emphasizes maintaining decorum during sessions, prohibiting disruptive behavior, and outlines the process for filming Senate proceedings and issuing letters of commendation. The resolution also restricts the use of the Senate Coat of Arms to authorized individuals and ensures that the current rules remain in effect until new ones are adopted for the next General Assembly. Overall, the resolution aims to create a structured and efficient legislative environment while ensuring fair and orderly conduct among Senate members.