Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 378: Enact the Responsible Water Use by Data Centers Act
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 378 is a bill introduced in the Ohio Senate on March 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Enact the Responsible Water Use by Data Centers Act. Primary sponsor: Willis Blackshear (Democratic), Casey Weinstein (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (March 25, 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 1521.01 and 1521.99 and to enact sections 9.72 and 1521.232 of the Revised Code regarding the withdrawal and consumptive use of water by data centers and to name the act the Responsible Water Use by Data Centers Act.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willis Blackshear | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Casey Weinstein | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Kent Smith | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
“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