Designate Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day
Legislative Analysis Report Designate Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day
1. Primary Purpose of the Bill
This bill designates February 14 of each year as 'Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day' in Ohio to help raise public awareness about heart health and cardiovascular diseases.
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2. Changes to Existing Law
ORC Sec. 5.2540 Enacts a new section of the Ohio Revised Code to officially establish February 14 as Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day.
3. Key Information for Citizens
🗳️ What You Need to Know
- February 14 is now recognized as Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day in Ohio.
- This is an honorary day to promote heart health awareness and does not affect school or business operations.
4. Entities Affected
- Ohio residents
- Healthcare providers
- Heart health advocacy groups
5. Regulatory Impact & Enforcement
Agency Authority: Not applicable
Penalties & Mandates: Not applicable
Implementation Timeline: Not applicable
6. Estimated Fiscal Impact
State Revenue Impact
Not applicable
Local Government Impact
Not applicable
Implementation Costs
Not applicable
Net Annual Fiscal Effect
Not applicable
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Primary Sponsors
Michele Reynolds
District
3
Chamber
Senate
Party
Republican
Hearcel F. Craig
District
15
Chamber
Senate
Party
Democrat
Co-Sponsors
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Status Changes
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Referred to committee
Jan 29 2025
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Sent To The Governor
Mar 05 2026
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Signed By The Governor
Mar 10 2026
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