Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 950: Regards former name on declaration of candidacy, petition, ballot
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 950 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on May 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Regards former name on declaration of candidacy, petition, ballot. Primary sponsor: Tex Fischer (Republican). 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 3513.07 and 3513.261 and to repeal section 3505.02 of the Revised Code to require space on declarations of candidacy and petition forms for former names, and to remove the requirement that former names appear on the ballot.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tex Fischer | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 59 |
“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