Ohio 136th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HB 700 — Regards Ohio Access to Justice Foundation, use of state funds

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 February 17, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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In plain language

This bill modifies the board of the Ohio Access to Justice Foundation and restricts state funds usage.

The bill changes the composition of the Ohio Access to Justice Foundation's board and limits how state funds can be used. This aims to ensure more focused governance and appropriate allocation of state resources.

Summary

To amend sections 117.01, 120.521, and 120.54 and to enact sections 9.631 and 3129.07 of the Revised Code to modify the membership of the board of directors of the Ohio Access to Justice Foundation and to prohibit the use of state funds for certain purposes.

Bill Text

Action History

  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)

133 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

finance civil-rights
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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 700 do?
To amend sections 117.01, 120.521, and 120.54 and to enact sections 9.631 and 3129.07 of the Revised Code to modify the membership of the board of directors of the Ohio Access to Justice Foundation and to prohibit the use of state funds for certain purposes.
Who sponsors HB 700?
HB 700 is sponsored by Josh Williams (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 700?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced February 17, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HB 700?
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