Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 246: Prohibit terminating electric, gas service to certain households
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 246 is a bill introduced in the Ohio Senate on August 19, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibit terminating electric, gas service to certain households. Primary sponsor: Kent Smith (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (October 1, 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 4933.12, 4933.121, and 4933.123 and to enact sections 4933.125, 4933.126, 4933.127, 4933.128, 4933.129, 4933.1210, and 4933.1211 of the Revised Code to prohibit terminating electric or gas service to certain households and establish a payment plan for these services.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent Smith | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Hearcel Craig | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
“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