Ohio 136th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HB 726 — Waive certain unemployment claim work-seeking requirements

Last action — Referred to committee

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced March 03, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Summary

To amend section 4141.29 of the Revised Code to waive the requirement that an unemployment claimant be actively seeking work under certain circumstances.

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Action History

  1. As Introduced

Sponsors

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Not signed on (133)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 726 do?
To amend section 4141.29 of the Revised Code to waive the requirement that an unemployment claimant be actively seeking work under certain circumstances.
Who sponsors HB 726?
HB 726 is sponsored by Steve Demetriou (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 726?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced March 03, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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