Ohio 136th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

SB 124 — Increase assault penalty if victim is a transit system operator

Last action — Referred to committee

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 25, 2025. 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

Increases penalties for assaulting transit operators and evading fare payment in Ohio.

This bill amends laws to raise the penalties for assaulting transit system operators and for fare evasion in Ohio. It also allows transit systems to post signs about the consequences of such actions.

What this means for you
  • Workers: Transit operators may experience increased safety due to higher penalties for assaults.
  • Families: Families using public transit may benefit from safer environments for operators and riders alike.
  • Consumers: Raising penalties for fare evasion might lead to stricter enforcement while using public transportation.

Summary

To amend sections 2903.13 and 2917.41 and to enact section 306.20 of the Revised Code to increase the penalty for assault when the victim is an operator of an Ohio transit system bus or rail car; to authorize Ohio transit systems to post a sign regarding abuse or assault of staff; and to increase the penalty for evading payment of the known fares of a public transportation system.

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)

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Not signed on (133)

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Subjects

public-safety transportation
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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 124 do?
To amend sections 2903.13 and 2917.41 and to enact section 306.20 of the Revised Code to increase the penalty for assault when the victim is an operator of an Ohio transit system bus or rail car; to authorize Ohio transit systems to post a sign regarding abuse or assault of staff; and to increase the penalty for evading payment of the known fares of a public transportation system.
Who sponsors SB 124?
SB 124 is sponsored by Hearcel F. Craig (Democratic).
What is the current status of SB 124?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 25, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track SB 124?
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