Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 655: Create the offense of neglect of parental duties
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 655 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Create the offense of neglect of parental duties. Primary sponsor: Josh Williams (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. 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 2919.24 of the Revised Code to create the offense of neglect of parental duties.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Williams | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 44 |
| Mark Johnson | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 92 |
“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