HB314

Limit certain public record requests; allow contractor response

Chamber Passed·6/9/26

Ohio HB314 limits public record requests and allows contractors to respond on behalf of public offices.

Ohio HB314 amends public records laws to limit certain requests and allow contractors to respond. It defines "public record" and exempts specific types of information. Public offices must post their public records policy and may require requesters to pay costs. Offices can use contractors for voluminous requests. The bill outlines procedures for handling requests, including redactions and denials, and allows for legal action if requests are not fulfilled. It also specifies conditions under which certain information can be redacted or withheld.

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  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 78–18 · Jun 9
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

78 Yea

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18 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 4

11:00 AM

House Judiciary Ray, 3rd Hearing, Opponent/Interested Party Testimony

Feb 25

11:00 AM

House Judiciary Ray, 2nd Hearing, Proponent Testimony

History

Jun 11

Senate

Introduced

Jun 9

House

Passed

Jun 8

House

Reported - Substitute: Judiciary