Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 703: Regards surety bail bond agent duties and licensure
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 703 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on February 17, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Regards surety bail bond agent duties and licensure. Primary sponsor: Josh Williams (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 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 sections 2713.21, 2937.22, 2937.24, and 3905.85 of the Revised Code to permit the surrender of a defendant by a surety bail bond agent and to require surety bail bond agents to be licensed property and casualty insurance agents.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Williams | Primary 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