SB421

Increase time period to bring civil action for sex offense victim

Chamber Passed·6/10/26

Extends the statute of limitations for civil actions related to childhood sexual abuse in Ohio.

This bill amends Ohio law to extend the statute of limitations for civil actions related to childhood sexual abuse. It allows victims to bring such actions within twelve years after the cause of action accrues, which is defined as the later of the date the alleged assault or battery occurred or the date the plaintiff learns the identity of the person who allegedly committed the offense. The bill also repeals existing provisions and sets the changes to take effect on October 12, 2028.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 33–0 · Jun 10
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

33 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 3

9:45 AM

Senate Judiciary (Cont.) 3rd Hearing, Opponent/Interested Party

May 20

9:45 AM

Senate Judiciary (Cont.) 2nd Hearing, Proponent

History

Jun 16

House

Introduced

Jun 10

Senate

Passed

Jun 3

Senate

Reported: Judiciary