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Bill Tracker for the 135th General Assembly (2023-2024)
This page will be updated as new bills are introduced in the 135th General Assembly.
Bill | Title | Status | Current Committee | OAESV Position | Related Notes |
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HB 161 | Eliminate spousal exceptions for certain sex offenses | Received 4 Hearings | House Criminal Justice Committee | Support | |
HB 35 | Eliminate limitations period for certain sexual abuse claims; “Scout’s Honor Act” | Enacted; Signed into Law on October 12, 2023 with immediate effect. | Senate Judiciary Committee | Support | |
HB 89 | Regards intimate examination of anesthetized, unconscious patient | Received 2 Hearings (Sponsor & Proponent) | House Public Health Policy Committee | Support | |
HB 124 | Eliminate period of limitation – rape prosecution or civil action | Pending in House Committee | House Criminal Justice Committee | Support | |
HB 143 | Enact the Ohio Safe Homes Act | Pending in House Committee | House Criminal Justice Committee | Support | |
HB 231 |
Establish 9-8-8 suicide prevention, mental health telephone line |
Received 1st hearing (Sponsor) | House Finance Committee | Support |
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