Ohio 136th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

SB 453 — Prohibit PFAS chemicals, lead in playground surfacing materials

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 June 08, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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In plain language

The bill prohibits PFAS chemicals and lead in playground surfacing materials.

This bill aims to ban the use of harmful PFAS chemicals and lead in materials used on playgrounds. The goal is to ensure safer environments for children at play.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means you can feel more secure knowing that playgrounds will not have harmful chemicals or lead in their surfaces.

Summary

To enact sections 3745.75, 3745.751, 3745.752, 3745.753, 3745.754, 3745.755, 3745.756, and 3745.757 of the Revised Code to prohibit the use of PFAS chemicals and lead in playground surfacing materials.

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 SB 453 do?
To enact sections 3745.75, 3745.751, 3745.752, 3745.753, 3745.754, 3745.755, 3745.756, and 3745.757 of the Revised Code to prohibit the use of PFAS chemicals and lead in playground surfacing materials.
Who sponsors SB 453?
SB 453 is sponsored by Paula Hicks-Hudson (Democratic).
What is the current status of SB 453?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced June 08, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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