Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 896: Regards parents' rights in child welfare cases
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 896 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on May 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Regards parents' rights in child welfare cases. Primary sponsor: Darnell Brewer (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (May 20, 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 2151.314, 2151.419, 2151.4116, and 2151.421 and to enact sections 2151.317, 2151.318, and 2151.4123 of the Revised Code regarding parents' rights in child welfare cases.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darnell Brewer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Crystal Lett | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
“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