HB349

Enact the Consumer Protection Call Center Act

Introduced·6/11/25
Introduced Text

Ohio HB349 prohibits employers relocating call centers abroad from receiving state grants, loans, and benefits for five years.

Ohio HB349, known as the Consumer Protection Call Center Act, bars employers from receiving state grants, loans, and other economic incentives for five years if they relocate a call center or significant call center operations to a foreign country. Employers must notify the state 120 days before such relocation. Failure to notify results in a civil penalty. State agencies must ensure all call center and customer service work is performed within the state. The act does not affect employee benefits.

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Where it stands

Current
Technology and Innovation Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 30, 2025

10:00 AM

House Technology and Innovation Kishman, 1st Hearing, Sponsor Testimony

History

Jun 18, 2025

House

Referred to committee: Technology and Innovation

Jun 11, 2025

House

Introduced