HB392

Enact the Ohio Right to Compute Act

Introduced·7/7/25

Ohio HB392 prohibits restrictions on lawful use of computational resources unless narrowly tailored for compelling governmental interests.

Ohio HB392, known as the Ohio Right to Compute Act, prevents political subdivisions and state agencies from restricting lawful use of computational resources unless the restriction is narrowly tailored to achieve a compelling governmental interest. These interests include ensuring critical infrastructure, addressing deceptive practices and fraud, protecting minors and vulnerable populations from harmful AI-generated content, and preventing public nuisances.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Sponsors

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3
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Roll Call Votes

House Favorable Passage

9 Yea

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4 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 9

10:00 AM

House Technology and Innovation Demetriou, 5th Hearing

Feb 3

10:00 AM

House Technology and Innovation Demetriou, 4th Hearing, Prop/Opp/IP Testimony PA

History

Jun 10

House

Reported - Amended: Technology and Innovation

Sep 15, 2025

House

Referred to committee: Technology and Innovation

Jul 7, 2025

House

Introduced