HB425

Prohibit trespass and unauthorized recording by drones

Introduced·8/28/25
Introduced Text

Ohio HB425 prohibits unauthorized drone use over private property and critical facilities.

Ohio HB425 amends state law to prohibit the unauthorized use of drones over private property and critical facilities. It bans recording or deploying substances from drones on private property and restricts drone operation over critical facilities, including jails, military installations, and hospitals. Violators face a fourth-degree misdemeanor charge. The bill also defines "unmanned aerial vehicle" and "unmanned aerial vehicle system.

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Where it stands

Current
Transportation Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 9

9:30 AM

House Transportation 3rd Hearing, Opp/IP Testimony

Mar 10

3:30 PM

House Transportation 1st Hearing, Sponsor/Proponent Testimony

History

Sep 15, 2025

House

Referred to committee: Transportation

Aug 28, 2025

House

Introduced