Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 897: Require trauma-informed care training for guardians ad litem
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 897 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on May 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Require trauma-informed care training for guardians ad litem. Primary sponsor: Darnell Brewer (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. 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 enact section 2151.282 of the Revised Code to require trauma-informed care training for guardians ad litem and court-appointed special advocates in child welfare proceedings.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darnell Brewer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Sean Brennan | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 14 |
| Crystal Lett | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| 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