Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 241: Regards dog quarantine, disposition hearing, after a dog attack
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 241 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on April 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Regards dog quarantine, disposition hearing, after a dog attack. Primary sponsor: Cecil Thomas (Democratic), Meredith Lawson‐Rowe (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2025): Referred to committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
To amend section 955.222 and to enact section 955.13 of the Revised Code to require a 10-day quarantine period for a dog following an attack and to require a court, under certain circumstances, to hold a hearing to determine the dog's disposition.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cecil Thomas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Meredith Lawson‐Rowe | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to committee
- Introduced