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HB 298 Ohio House · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

Legalize, tax internet gambling; make other Gambling Law changes

Summary
To amend sections 109.572, 2915.01, 2915.02, 3123.90, 3769.08, 3772.01, 3772.02, 3772.03, 3772.031, 3772.04, 3772.062, 5747.02, 5747.063, 5747.20, 5751.01, 5753.01, 5753.031, 5753.04, 5753.05, 5753.07, 5753.08, and 5753.12 and to enact sections 3771.01, 3771.02, 3771.03, 3771.04, 3771.05, 3771.06, 3771.07, 3771.08, 3771.09, 3771.10, 3771.11, 3771.12, 3771.13, 3771.14, 3771.99, 5753.022, and 5753.032 of the Revised Code to legalize and regulate internet gambling in this state, to levy a tax on businesses that provide internet gambling, and to prohibit online sweepstakes games.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'levy a tax' on internet gambling, which directly affects state taxation and budget revenue, thereby funding the topic area.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill legalizes internet gambling and amends criminal code sections (e.g., 2915.01, 2915.02), reducing the scope of criminalized activities related to gambling.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill legalizes and regulates internet gambling, directly involving the use of internet technology and likely requiring provisions for data handling and security.80% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 20, 2025 Last action May 21, 2025
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May 21, 2025
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May 20, 2025
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2 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Photo of Brian Stewart
Brian Stewart
RRepublican
OH
12
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Marilyn John
RRepublican
OH
76