SB189

Create the COSI specialty license plate

Chamber Passed·10/8/25

Ohio SB189 creates a "COSI" specialty license plate to fund various charitable organizations and educational programs.

Ohio SB189 establishes a "COSI" specialty license plate, with contributions directed to numerous charitable organizations and educational programs. The bill outlines specific allocations for entities like the Center of Science and Industry, schools, and various community organizations. Contributions are intended for purposes such as mental health services, educational scholarships, and community development projects. The bill details the distribution process and specifies that certain organizations cannot use the funds for political purposes.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 28–0 · Oct 8, 2025
Current
Transportation Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

28 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Nov 4, 2025

3:45 PM

House Transportation 1st Hearing, Sponsor Testimony

Oct 1, 2025

10:30 AM

Senate Transportation 2nd Hearing, Proponent/Opponent/Interested Party

History

Oct 15, 2025

House

Referred to committee: Transportation

Oct 14, 2025

House

Introduced

Oct 8, 2025

Senate

Passed