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OH SB 479

introduced

Specify that betting on elections constitutes prohibited gambling

Ohio · 2025-2026 Regular Session (136th General Assembly)

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Did OH SB 479 pass?

Not yet. OH SB 479 has been introduced but has not advanced to a vote. Latest recorded action (2026-10-13): Introduced

What is OH SB 479 about?

To amend section 2915.01 of the Revised Code to specify that betting on elections constitutes prohibited gambling.

Who sponsors OH SB 479?

William P. DeMora is the primary sponsor of OH SB 479, joined by 3 cosponsors.

Description

To amend section 2915.01 of the Revised Code to specify that betting on elections constitutes prohibited gambling.

Introduced
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Latest action
2026-10-13 — Introduced
Bill type
bill
Last updated
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Sponsors

  • William P. DeMoraprimary
  • Nickie J. Antoniocosponsor
  • Willis E. Blackshear, Jr.cosponsor
  • Casey Weinsteincosponsor

Committees

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Action timeline

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  1. 2026-10-13

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