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SB 5 Ohio Senate · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

Expedite unauthorized occupant removal; prohibit fraudulent deeds

Summary
To amend section 2909.07 and to enact sections 1923.16 and 2913.53 of the Revised Code to provide for the expedited removal of unauthorized occupants from residential property and to prohibit the use and sale of fraudulent deeds.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill enacts provisions to prohibit fraudulent deeds, directly addressing criminal activity and involving law enforcement and courts, aligning with the 'Crimes, Corrections, and Law Enforcement' subject.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill strengthens property rights within housing by expediting removal of unauthorized occupants from residential property and prohibiting fraudulent deeds.85% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 22, 2025 Last action Jan 29, 2025
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Committee
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Jan 29, 2025
Committee
Referred to committee
upper
Jan 22, 2025
Introduced
Introduced
upper
2 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Party
State
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P
Photo of Andrew Brenner
Andrew Brenner
RRepublican
OH
19
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Photo of Steve Huffman
Steve Huffman
RRepublican
OH
5