Ohio 136th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

HB 878 — Impose increased penalties for repeat dredged material violations

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 May 12, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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In plain language

The bill increases civil penalties for repeat violations related to dredged material management.

This bill amends existing laws to impose higher civil penalties for individuals or entities that repeatedly violate regulations concerning dredged materials. It specifies penalties for different levels of violations.

Summary

To amend section 6111.09 of the Revised Code to impose increased civil penalties for repeat violations of certain rules pertaining to using, placing, or managing dredged material.

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)

133 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 878 do?
To amend section 6111.09 of the Revised Code to impose increased civil penalties for repeat violations of certain rules pertaining to using, placing, or managing dredged material.
Who sponsors HB 878?
HB 878 is sponsored by Chris Glassburn (Democratic).
What is the current status of HB 878?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced May 12, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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