SB134

Abolish death penalty; regards funding of lethal injection drugs

Introduced·3/5/25
Introduced Text

Abolish death penalty and prohibit funding of lethal injection drugs

The bill abolishes the death penalty in Ohio and prohibits the use of state funds for lethal injection drugs in non-therapeutic contexts. It modifies sentencing provisions to ensure that certain crimes are subject to mandatory prison terms and outlines specific conditions under which additional prison terms may be imposed. The bill also includes provisions for the handling of public records and personal information, particularly concerning designated public service workers.

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Current
Judiciary Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Mar 19, 2025

Senate

Referred to committee: Judiciary

Mar 5, 2025

Senate

Introduced