The bill proposes the enactment of section 5.295 of the Revised Code to officially designate February 4th as "John Rankin Day" in honor of the American abolitionist, minister, and educator John Rankin, who was born on that date in 1793. The bill highlights Rankin's significant contributions to the anti-slavery movement, including his role as a conductor on the underground railroad and his impact on Ohio's legacy of freedom.

Additionally, the bill mandates the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board to designate a prominent location on the Capitol Square grounds for a permanent memorial to John Rankin by October 1, 2025. The Ohio History Connection will collaborate with the Board to manage proposals for the memorial's design and erection, with site preparation funded by public resources and the actual planning and construction financed through private contributions. The Capitol Square Foundation will oversee the collection of these private donations, which will be allocated to the John Rankin Memorial Fund.