Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 441: Regards the one-year limitations period for libel or slander
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HB 441 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on September 9, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Regards the one-year limitations period for libel or slander. Primary sponsor: Brian Stewart (Republican), Adam Mathews (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (June 10, 2026): 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 2305.11 of the Revised Code to provide that for purposes of the one-year limitations period for libel or slander, the cause of action starts from publication of the libelous matter or when the slanderous words were spoken, regardless of when the aggrieved party discovered the libelous matter or slanderous words.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Stewart | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 12 |
| Adam Mathews | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 56 |
| Josh Williams | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 44 |
“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
- Passed
- Reported - Amended
- Referred to committee
- Introduced