Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 620: Prohibit financing the purchase of a dog or cat
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 620 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on December 3, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibit financing the purchase of a dog or cat. Primary sponsor: Lauren McNally (Democratic), Michele Grim (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 4, 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 1321.44 and to enact sections 1317.081, 1321.142, 1321.412, 1321.593, and 1321.633 of the Revised Code to prohibit financing the purchase of a dog or cat.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauren McNally | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Michele Grim | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Sean Brennan | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 14 |
| Terrence Upchurch | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
“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