Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 898: Enact the Putative Fathers Matter Act
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 898 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on May 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Enact the Putative Fathers Matter Act. Primary sponsor: Darnell Brewer (Democratic). 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 2151.011, 2151.28, 2151.35, 2151.412, 2151.414, 2151.415, 2151.416, 2151.417, and 3107.062 and to enact sections 2151.47, 2151.471, 3109.121, and 3109.122 of the Revised Code to enact the Putative Fathers Matter Act to require notice to putative fathers regarding child welfare hearings and companionship or visitation proceedings and to require notice to grandparents regarding child welfare hearings.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darnell Brewer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
“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