Ohio 136th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HB 554 — Require government, private sellers to accept cash as payment

Last action — Referred to committee

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  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 October 28, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Summary

To enact sections 9.18, 1333.96, 1333.97, and 1333.98 of the Revised Code to require governmental entities and private sellers to accept cash as payment in certain circumstances.

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  1. As Introduced

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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 554 do?
To enact sections 9.18, 1333.96, 1333.97, and 1333.98 of the Revised Code to require governmental entities and private sellers to accept cash as payment in certain circumstances.
Who sponsors HB 554?
HB 554 is sponsored by David Thomas (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 554?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced October 28, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HB 554?
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