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Ohio designates September 19 as Stillbirth Prevention Day

Original title: Designate Ohio Stillbirth Prevention Day

Last action · August 27, 2025: EffectiveSponsors: Adam Holmes and 102 others

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What This Bill Does

Ohio establishes September 19 annually as 'Ohio Stillbirth Prevention Day' to raise awareness.

Why it matters

Changes only the state's official commemorative calendar; no funding, services, or regulatory requirements are attached.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Ohio residents

Residents observe the newly designated commemorative day.

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What date is designated as Ohio Stillbirth Prevention Day?
September 19 is designated as Ohio Stillbirth Prevention Day.

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Where This Stands

Current status: Signed into law.

Procedural history

11 actions
  1. Aug 27, 2025Enrolled
    Effective
  2. May 28, 2025Enrolled
    Signed By The Governor
  3. May 16, 2025Enrolled
    Sent To The Governor
  4. May 7, 2025SenateFloor
    Passed
  5. Apr 2, 2025SenateCommittee
    Reported (Health)
  6. Feb 19, 2025SenateCommittee
    Referred to Health
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  1. Feb 14, 2025SenateIntroduced
    Introduced
  2. Feb 12, 2025HouseCommittee
    Reported (Health)
  3. Feb 12, 2025HouseFloor
    Passed
  4. Jan 28, 2025HouseCommittee
    Referred to Health
  5. Jan 23, 2025HouseIntroduced
    Introduced

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Louis W. Blessing, IIISenate · District 8RepublicanCosponsorNo profile match

Connected Entities

General Assembly of the State of Ohio
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Sources

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www.legislature.ohio.gov

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