Ohio 136th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

SB 459 — Exempt motor vehicle donations from casual sales limits

Last action — Introduced

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced June 17, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

This bill exempts motor vehicle donations from casual sales limits.

The bill amends existing law to ensure that donations of motor vehicles are not subject to limits placed on casual sales of vehicles. This change is intended to facilitate the donation process.

Summary

To amend section 4517.02 of the Revised Code to ensure motor vehicle donations are exempt from the motor vehicle casual sales limits.

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)

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 459 do?
To amend section 4517.02 of the Revised Code to ensure motor vehicle donations are exempt from the motor vehicle casual sales limits.
Who sponsors SB 459?
SB 459 is sponsored by Tim Schaffer (Republican).
What is the current status of SB 459?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced June 17, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track SB 459?
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