Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 382: Implement a top-two primary election system
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 382 is a bill introduced in the Ohio Senate on March 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Implement a top-two primary election system. Primary sponsor: Bill Blessing (Republican). 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 111.27, 3501.01, 3501.06, 3501.23, 3505.03, 3505.04, 3509.03, 3509.04, 3511.02, 3511.05, 3513.01, 3513.02, 3513.04, 3513.05, 3513.052, 3513.07, 3513.13, 3513.14, 3513.19, 3513.20, 3513.22, 3513.23, 3513.257, 3513.261, 3513.262, 3513.30, 3513.31, 3513.311, 3517.01, 3517.012, and 3517.03 and to repeal sections 3513.28, 3513.301, and 3513.312 of the Revised Code to implement a top-two primary election system for elective congressional, state, district, county, and municipal offices.
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