Bill > SB317

This bill creates the Pediatric Cancer Research Fund in the Ohio state treasury to support hospitals conducting pediatric cancer research, offering two primary mechanisms for voluntary contributions. First, when registering or renewing a motor vehicle, individuals can choose to make a five-dollar contribution to the fund; second, when filing state income tax returns, taxpayers can voluntarily donate a portion of their tax refund to the fund. The Director of Health will oversee the fund, using the money to provide financial support to Ohio hospitals for pediatric cancer research, develop informational materials about the research, cover administrative costs, and conduct public awareness campaigns. Hospitals seeking funding must submit requests to the director, who will review and approve or disapprove them based on established standards and procedures. The bill also amends existing tax and motor vehicle registration laws to incorporate this new voluntary contribution option, and requires the director to report on the fund's effectiveness every two years, including details about contributions and expenditures. This legislation aims to increase funding and awareness for pediatric cancer research in Ohio by providing easy, voluntary donation opportunities for residents.

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https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/sb317