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Senators back 'United States of Kindness' resolution urging 250 acts as 250th anniversary approaches
Summary
Senators Weinstein and Lang presented SR 271 to promote a nonbinding, no-cost 'United States of Kindness' initiative encouraging 250 acts of kindness around the nation's 250th anniversary; sponsors said the resolution requires no funding and simply recognizes existing community service.
Sen. Weinstein, joined by Sen. Lang, presented sponsor testimony for Senate Resolution 271, a nonbinding measure supporting the "United States of Kindness" initiative. Weinstein said the initiative asks Ohioans to perform 250 acts of kindness in the lead-up to the nation's 250th anniversary and that SR 271 does not create a state program or require funding.
"This resolution does not create a new state program and requires no funding," Weinstein told the committee, adding that the resolution aims to "highlight the good work that's already being done by Ohioans throughout the state."
Sen. Lang echoed those remarks and offered several personal anecdotes about simple acts of kindness and how they build community trust. The exchange included lighthearted moments between senators and polite colloquy from committee members during brief questions.
No formal action was taken on SR 271 at this hearing; sponsors asked for favorable consideration but the resolution will return to committee workflow for further steps.
