To enact section 5.2540 of the Revised Code to designate February 14 as "Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day."
Summary
HB104 would add a new section to the Ohio Revised Code designating February 14 as “Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day.” The bill is a symbolic observance measure rather than a regulatory or funding bill. It does not create new programs, mandates, penalties, or reporting requirements; instead, it establishes an annual day of recognition intended to draw attention to cardiovascular health.
In practical terms, the bill would place this observance into state law alongside other officially designated awareness days. Its effect would be limited to the state’s calendar of commemorative observances, with no direct change to health-care coverage, public health obligations, or private conduct. The measure could be used by state agencies, schools, health organizations, and advocacy groups to promote education and outreach around heart disease, stroke prevention, and related cardiovascular issues.
Impact
The bill would amend the Revised Code by enacting section 5.2540 to formally designate February 14 as Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day. The legal impact is narrow: it adds an official state observance but does not alter substantive law, create enforcement authority, or impose duties on any public or private party. Any practical effect would be indirect, mainly encouraging awareness campaigns and public-health messaging by government entities and outside organizations.
Sentiment
The available voting history suggests broad bipartisan support and little opposition. The bill received unanimous favorable passage in House committee and then passed the House 95-0, indicating strong agreement with the symbolic public-health purpose of the measure. No committee testimony or recorded debate was provided, so the record shows support rather than detailed discussion.
Contention
No specific points of contention are evident in the provided materials. Because the bill is a commemorative designation only, there is no indication of disagreement over costs, mandates, or regulatory effects. The absence of recorded committee discussion and the unanimous votes suggest that any concerns, if present, were minimal or not publicly expressed.