Ohio 136th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

HB 919 — Regards limits on terminating residential utility service

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 19, 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 limits when residential utility service can be terminated.

This bill aims to protect residential customers from losing gas service during winter months and outlines conditions under which service can be terminated. It also includes provisions for active-duty military personnel regarding service continuity and arrearage repayment.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This bill may benefit workers, particularly those in financial distress during winter months, by protecting their utility service.
  • Families: Families may find relief from utility disconnections during colder months, ensuring access to essential services.

Summary

To amend sections 4933.12 and 4933.121 and to enact sections 4933.124, 4933.125, 4933.126, 4933.127, and 4933.128 of the Revised Code regarding limitations to terminating utility service for residential customers.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. As Introduced

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 133 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (133)

133 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 919 do?
To amend sections 4933.12 and 4933.121 and to enact sections 4933.124, 4933.125, 4933.126, 4933.127, and 4933.128 of the Revised Code regarding limitations to terminating utility service for residential customers.
Who sponsors HB 919?
HB 919 is sponsored by Rachel B. Baker (Democratic).
What is the current status of HB 919?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced May 19, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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