Prohibit the operation of unmanned aerial vehicles over schools
HB 597 prohibits the operation of drones (unmanned aerial vehicles) over school property, directly affecting school districts, students, and drone operators. The bill amends Ohio Revised Code sections 4561.50 and adds new section 4561.54 to establish this restriction. It applies to all public and private school grounds during school hours and events, making drone flights over these areas unlawful without authorization.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Nov 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Nov 18, 2025
Last action Nov 19, 2025
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Nov 19, 2025
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Referred to committee
lower
Nov 18, 2025
Introduced
Introduced
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2 primary · 5 co-sponsors
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