Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 851: Enact the Paul Payne Safe Zone Act
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 851 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on May 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Enact the Paul Payne Safe Zone Act. Primary sponsor: Michele Grim (Democratic), Justin Pizzulli (Republican). It lists 6 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 13, 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 enact section 4955.37 of the Revised Code to establish "Safe Zones" on railroad tracks for the safety of railroad employees and to name this act the Paul Payne Safe Zone Act.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michele Grim | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Justin Pizzulli | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 90 |
| Ashley Bryant Bailey | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Darnell Brewer | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Lauren McNally | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Beryl Piccolantonio | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Elgin Rogers | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 42 |
| Eric Synenberg | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 21 |
“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