Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 171: Enact the Public Access to Professional Sports Act
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 171 is a bill introduced in the Ohio Senate on April 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Enact the Public Access to Professional Sports Act. Primary sponsor: Bill DeMora (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 9, 2025): 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 123.28, 123.281, and 307.696 and to enact section 123.282 of the Revised Code to condition public funds for sports facilities on the sport franchise's performance and other criteria, and to name this act the Public Access to Professional Sports Act.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill DeMora | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
“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