Ohio 136th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HB 445 — Regards regional councils of govt and metropolitan planning orgs

Last action — Referred to committee

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced September 15, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Summary

To amend sections 167.02 and 167.04 and to enact sections 713.41, 713.42, and 713.43 of the Revised Code regarding regional councils of government and metropolitan planning organizations.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. As Introduced

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 133 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (133)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 445 do?
To amend sections 167.02 and 167.04 and to enact sections 713.41, 713.42, and 713.43 of the Revised Code regarding regional councils of government and metropolitan planning organizations.
Who sponsors HB 445?
HB 445 is sponsored by Michael D. Dovilla (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 445?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced September 15, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HB 445?
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