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SB 329 Ohio Senate · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

Prohibit road surface application of brine from oil, gas wells

Summary
To amend sections 1509.03, 1509.22, 1509.222, 1509.223, 1509.224, 1509.33, and 1509.99 and to repeal section 1509.226 of the Revised Code to expressly prohibit the surface application of brine from oil and gas wells on roads.
Issues: ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyThe bill prohibits a practice related to oil and gas wells (a form of energy production), thereby restricting and limiting an operational aspect within the energy topic area.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill prohibits the surface application of brine from oil and gas wells on roads, a measure that protects the environment by preventing potential pollution.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill protects public health by prohibiting the surface application of potentially harmful brine from oil and gas wells on roads, preventing environmental contamination.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProhibits brine from oil/gas wells on roads, protecting transportation infrastructure from potential degradation or environmental impacts.90% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Nov 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Nov 18, 2025 Last action Nov 19, 2025
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Nov 19, 2025
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Nov 18, 2025
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Introduced
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Photo of Kent Smith
Kent Smith
DDemocratic
OH
21
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Photo of Paula Hicks-Hudson
Paula Hicks-Hudson
DDemocratic
OH
11