Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 439: Enact Women Expansion of Learning and Labor Safety or WELLS Act
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 439 is a bill introduced in the Ohio Senate on May 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Enact Women Expansion of Learning and Labor Safety or WELLS Act. Primary sponsor: Catherine Ingram (Democratic), Paula Hicks-Hudson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2026): 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 3722.15 of the Revised Code to require hospitals to develop discharge plans for pregnant patients and to name this act the Women Expansion of Learning and Labor Safety or WELLS Act.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catherine Ingram | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Paula Hicks-Hudson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
“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