The bill introduced by Representative Williams aims to designate October 4th as "Henrietta Lacks Day" in the state of Ohio. This new recognition is intended to honor the contributions of Henrietta Lacks, whose cells were used for significant medical research without her consent, leading to numerous advancements in science and medicine.

To implement this designation, the bill enacts a new section, 5.2324, in the Revised Code, which explicitly states that the fourth day of October is to be recognized as "Henrietta Lacks Day." This addition to the law serves to commemorate Lacks' legacy and raise awareness about ethical issues in medical research.