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HR 498OHIOSession 136State Billsigned

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Ohio House adopts resolution honoring late Sergeant Scott Ries

Original title: In memory of Sergeant Scott Ries.

Last action · July 7, 2026: AdoptedSponsor: Meredith Craig

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What This Bill Does

The Ohio House of Representatives adopted a expressing sympathy and honoring the life and law enforcement service of the late Sergeant Scott Ries.

Why it matters

Changes only the official legislative record by formally adopting a memorial tribute; no funding, rights, or service changes are stated.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Family of Sergeant Scott Ries

Receives a duly authenticated copy of the adopted resolution expressing sympathies from the House of Representatives.

Key Facts

The House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio adopted House Resolution No. 498 in memory of Sergeant Scott Ries.
Sergeant Scott Ries served as a ten-year veteran of the Rittman Police Department, a deputy with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, and an officer with the Sugar Grove Police Department.
The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to transmit a duly authenticated copy of the resolution to the family of Sergeant Scott Ries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does House Resolution 498 do?

It formally honors the memory and public service of the late Sergeant Scott Ries and extends sympathies to his family and friends.

Which organizations did Sergeant Scott Ries serve during his law enforcement career?

He served as a ten-year veteran of the Rittman Police Department, a deputy with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, and an officer with the Sugar Grove Police Department.

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hr498_00_IN hr498_01_AH As Offered Adopted by the House 136th General Assembly Regular Session H. R. No. 498 2025-2026 Representative Craig A R E S O L U T I O N In […]

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Connected Entities

Sugar Grove Police Department, House of Representatives, Wayne County Sheriff's Office and 2 more

OrganizationSugar Grove Police Department“Police department where Sergeant Ries served as an officer”Map →

OrganizationHouse of Representatives“Origin chamber that adopted the resolution”Map →

OrganizationWayne County Sheriff's Office“Agency where Sergeant Ries served as a deputy”Map →

OrganizationRittman Police Department“Police department where Sergeant Ries served as a ten-year veteran”Map →

PersonSergeant Scott Ries“Deceased law enforcement officer honored by the resolution”Map →

Sources

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www.legislature.ohio.gov

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