Ohio 136th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HB 79 — Increase penalty for assault if the victim is a sports official

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced February 10, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Summary

To amend sections 2903.13 and 2929.13 of the Revised Code to increase the penalties for assault if the victim is acting as a sports official or the assault is committed in retaliation for the victim's actions as a sports official.

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The bill increases penalties for assault when the victim is a sports official or when the assault is in retaliation for the victim's actions as a sports official.

  • Section 2903.13

    All of the following apply: (e) The victim of the offense is a sports official and the offense occurs while the victim is engaged in the victim's official duties at a sports event or immediately before or after the sports event. → (e) The victim of the offense is a sports official and the offense occurs while the victim is engaged in the victim's official duties at a sports event or immediately before or after the sports event.

    This change clarifies the conditions under which assault against a sports official is treated more severely.

  • Section 2903.13

    All of the following apply: (f) The victim of the offense is a sports official and the offense is committed in retaliation for an action taken by the victim while the victim was engaged in the victim's official duties at a sports event. → (f) The victim of the offense is a sports official and the offense is committed in retaliation for an action taken by the victim while the victim was engaged in the victim's official duties at a sports event.

    This addition establishes increased penalties for assaults specifically retaliating against sports officials.

Action History

  1. As Introduced

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 79 do?
To amend sections 2903.13 and 2929.13 of the Revised Code to increase the penalties for assault if the victim is acting as a sports official or the assault is committed in retaliation for the victim's actions as a sports official.
Who sponsors HB 79?
HB 79 is sponsored by Bill Roemer (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 79?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced February 10, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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