To enact section 5.2322 of the Revised Code to designate October 4 as "Rutherford B. Hayes Day."
Summary
SB 21 is a simple commemorative bill that designates October 4 as “Rutherford B. Hayes Day” in Ohio. The measure adds a new section to the Revised Code establishing the annual observance date, but it does not create a holiday, require government offices to close, or impose any regulatory or fiscal obligations.
The bill’s practical effect is limited to the state’s official calendar of observances. By enacting section 5.2322 of the Revised Code, Ohio would formally recognize the date associated with Rutherford B. Hayes, the 19th President of the United States and former Ohio governor, as a day of remembrance or celebration. The bill does not alter substantive rights, duties, or programs, and it affects no private parties directly beyond symbolic recognition.
Impact
SB 21 would amend Ohio law by adding a new commemorative designation in Chapter 5 of the Revised Code, which contains state holidays and observances. The bill would not change tax law, education law, employment law, or public benefits, and it would not require state or local agencies to take any action beyond recognizing the date as an official observance. Its impact is therefore symbolic and historical rather than regulatory or budgetary.
Sentiment
The available voting history shows unanimous support in both chambers, with no recorded opposition in committee or on the floor. The Senate and House each advanced and passed the bill by wide margins, indicating broad bipartisan agreement and little controversy. The absence of committee transcripts suggests there was no significant debate captured in the available record.
Contention
There is no notable substantive contention reflected in the bill text or voting record. Because the measure is a ceremonial designation, any discussion would likely have centered on whether the state should add another commemorative day rather than on policy effects. The unanimous votes suggest no organized opposition from legislators, and no affected stakeholder groups are apparent from the bill’s limited scope.
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