Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 859: Prohibit civil immigration-related arrests in certain locations
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 859 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on May 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibit civil immigration-related arrests in certain locations. Primary sponsor: Ismail Mohamed (Democratic), Eric Synenberg (Democratic). It lists 7 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 2935.40 of the Revised Code to prohibit civil immigration-related arrests in certain locations.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ismail Mohamed | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 3 |
| Eric Synenberg | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 21 |
| Karen Brownlee | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 28 |
| Christine Cockley | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Michele Grim | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Crystal Lett | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Lauren McNally | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 58 |
| Beryl Piccolantonio | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Elgin Rogers | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 42 |
“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