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SB 143 Ohio Senate · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

Prohibit employment application question re: criminal background

Summary
To enact section 4113.86 of the Revised Code to prohibit private employers from including on an employment application any question concerning the criminal background of the applicant.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes criminal justice reform by removing employment barriers for individuals with criminal backgrounds, aiding reintegration and reducing recidivism.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves an employment barrier for individuals with criminal records, indirectly supporting financial stability which can improve access to affordable housing & reduce homelessness.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill expands employment opportunities by removing a barrier for applicants with criminal backgrounds, protecting their right to be considered for employment.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 11, 2025 Last action Mar 19, 2025
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Committee
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Mar 19, 2025
Committee
Referred to committee
upper
Mar 11, 2025
Introduced
Introduced
upper
2 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Photo of Bill Blessing
Bill Blessing
RRepublican
OH
8
P
Photo of Hearcel Craig
Hearcel Craig
DDemocratic
OH
15