Ohio 136th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

HB 474 — Enact the Ohio Dementia Care Training Act for Nurse Aides

Last action — Referred to committee

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced September 29, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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In plain language

The bill establishes dementia care training requirements for nurse aides in Ohio.

This bill amends existing laws to create specific training for nurse aides on dementia care. It aims to improve the quality of care provided to individuals with dementia by ensuring that aides have proper training.

What this means for you
  • Workers: Workers in nursing facilities will receive specialized training, increasing their qualifications and skills.
  • Families: Families can expect better-informed care for their loved ones with dementia due to trained nurse aides.
  • Healthcare: This means enhanced training for nurse aides, which could improve care for dementia patients.

Summary

To amend sections 3721.28, 3721.29, and 3721.30 of the Revised Code to enact the Ohio Dementia Care Training Act for Nurse Aides.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. As Introduced

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 133 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (133)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 474 do?
To amend sections 3721.28, 3721.29, and 3721.30 of the Revised Code to enact the Ohio Dementia Care Training Act for Nurse Aides.
Who sponsors HB 474?
HB 474 is sponsored by Rachel B. Baker (Democratic).
What is the current status of HB 474?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced September 29, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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