Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 292: Revise caps on noneconomic, punitive, and exemplary damages
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 292 is a bill introduced in the Ohio Senate on October 14, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Revise caps on noneconomic, punitive, and exemplary damages. Primary sponsor: Bill Blessing (Republican). Most recent recorded action (October 15, 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 2305.01, 2307.80, 2315.18, 2315.21, 2323.43, 2744.05, and 3345.40 of the Revised Code to increase the dollar caps on noneconomic damages and punitive or exemplary damages in civil actions and to provide a procedure for the Department of Taxation to make annual adjustments of those caps based on the consumer price index.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill Blessing | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 8 |
“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