Gregg B. Thornton

The Regular Business Meeting agenda was presented and unanimously accepted. The Board approved the minutes from the May 15, 2025 board meeting. Key discussions included the Board President's update on the 'Pillars of a Healthy Caseload' guidebook for school-based practitioners. The Executive Director reported on various activities, including legislative contacts, FY2026 revenue/expenditures, the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, and successful finalization of Continuing Education Audits for the 2023-2024 biennium without adverse findings in the State Audit. A formal rules hearing was conducted to amend rules regarding Continuing Education (4753-4-01) and Fees (4753-5-01), and to rescind a rule on Rule Adoption Procedures (4744-1-01). The Assistant Attorney General reported no pending legal actions. The Board entered Executive Session to discuss confidential investigation matters. Following the session, the Board voted to issue Notices of Opportunity for Hearing for three new cases involving speech-language pathologists who failed to substantiate continuing education hours and did not respond to audit communications. Furthermore, the Board reached a unanimous decision regarding a previously heard case (CO2023-8388), authorizing a settlement offer involving license surrender contingent upon compliance with Ohio PHP recommendations, and amending the Notice of Opportunity for Hearing to include a count of practicing under a suspended license. The Board also ratified all licenses granted by the Executive Director since the previous meeting.

The Ohio Speech and Hearing Professionals Board held a regular business meeting to discuss several key areas. The Executive Director provided updates on significant meetings, legislative contacts, financial status for FY2025, key legislation, the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, Madeline's Law, Pillars of a Healthy Caseload, the Spring Newsletter, Continuing Education Audits for 2023-2024, Financial Disclosure Statements, and board member appointments for 2025. The board also held an administrative hearing regarding Case No. CO2024-14561, including findings of fact, conclusions of law, and determination of action. Additionally, the Assistant Attorney General reported no pending litigation, and the board discussed new and previously heard cases, as well as investigative reports. The board ratified audiology, hearing aid, speech-language pathology, aide and trainee permits licenses granted by the Executive Director.

The Ohio Speech and Hearing Professionals Board held a regular business meeting. The board discussed updates from the Executive Director, including significant activities, legislative and media contacts, financial reports for FY2023 and FY2024, and the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact. A formal rules hearing was conducted to amend rules related to definitions and interpretations, appropriate hearing test procedures, and student clinical experience requirements, aligning with FDA regulations for over-the-counter hearing aids. The Assistant Attorney General provided updates on changes to the Ohio Administrative Procedures Act. The board also discussed investigations of charges or complaints against licensees and reviewed several new and previously heard cases, including disciplinary actions and consent agreements.

The meeting included the Executive Director's report, which covered significant activities, legislative and media contacts, financial updates for FY2023, sunset review, ASLP-IC Interstate Compact, license renewal campaign, over-the-counter hearing aid FAQ, and Ohio Ethics Commission updates. The Assistant Attorney General reported no legal issues. The board reviewed investigative reports, including new and closed cases, current open investigations, and disciplinary actions. The board also ratified licenses granted by the Executive Director and discussed board business, including polling members for 2023 reappointments, setting board meeting dates, electing board officers, and assigning committee roles for 2023.

The Ohio Speech and Hearing Professionals Board held a meeting to discuss various topics including the executive director's report, assistant attorney general's report, and investigations. The board addressed new cases, investigative reports, and disciplinary actions. They also reviewed and approved licenses, discussed the strategic plan of work, and received a report from the Rules Committee. The meeting concluded with a discussion of member concerns and adjournment.