Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 558: Designate Henrietta Lacks Day
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 558 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on October 28, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Designate Henrietta Lacks Day. Primary sponsor: Josh Williams (Republican). Most recent recorded action (October 29, 2025): Referred to committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
To enact section 5.2324 of the Revised Code to designate October 4th as "Henrietta Lacks Day."
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Williams | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 44 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to committee
- Introduced