HB 558: Designate Henrietta Lacks Day
The bill proposes to designate October 4th as "Henrietta Lacks Day" in the state of Ohio. This designation aims to honor the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks, a woman whose cancer cells were taken without her knowledge or consent and led to numerous scientific breakthroughs. The bill seeks to raise awareness about the ethics of medical research and the importance of informed consent.
| Oct. 29, 2025 | Referred to committee: General Government |
| Oct. 28, 2025 | Introduced |
As Introduced
136th General Assembly
Regular Session
H. B. No. 558
2025-2026
Representative Williams
To enact section 5.2324 of the Revised Code to designate October 4th as "Henrietta Lacks Day."
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF OHIO:
Section 1. That section 5.2324 of the Revised Code be enacted to read as follows:
Sec. 5.2324.
The fourth day of October is designated as "Henrietta Lacks Day."