When was Ohio House Bill HB 148 introduced?

HB 148 was introduced on Mar 03, 2025.

What's the current status of Ohio House Bill HB 148?

The latest action on HB 148 by the House was: Reported (Agriculture) on Oct 22, 2025.

Who introduced Ohio House Bill HB 148?

HB 148 was introduced by Sharon A. Ray.

Are voting records available for Ohio House Bill HB 148?

Yes, there is one legislator voting record available for HB 148

Bill tracking in Ohio - HB 148 (136 legislative session)

HB 148

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Mar 03, 2025
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HB 148

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House • Oct 22, 2025: Reported (Agriculture)

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As Reported By House Committee

Ray, Grim, 4th Hearing, Prop/Opp/IP Testimony PV* • House Agriculture

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Oct 22, 2025 11:30pm

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Sharon A. Ray
primary
(R - 66)
Michele Grim
primary
(D - 43)
Sean P. Brennan
cosponsor
(D - 14)
Christine Cockley
cosponsor
Joseph A. Miller, III
cosponsor
Jean Schmidt
cosponsor
Erika White
cosponsor

Votes

YES: 9

Tim Barhorst
Christine Cockley
Levi Dean
Mark Hiner
Roy Klopfenstein
Joseph A. Miller, III
Ty Moore
Johnathan Newman
Jean Schmidt

NO: 0

OTHER: 0

Sources

https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/HB148/votes

Actions

Oct 22, 2025 | House
- Reported (Agriculture)
Mar 05, 2025 | House
- Referred to committee (Agriculture)
Mar 03, 2025 | House
- Introduced

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Analysis - As Reported By House CommitteePDF
Testimony by Sharon Ray (Ohio House of Representatives, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 1st Hearing (March 26, 2025)
Testimony by Michele Grim (Ohio House of Representatives, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 1st Hearing (March 26, 2025)
Testimony by Alba Michelle Gonzalez (Rascal Charities, Inc, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Mirna Bowman (Columbus Dog Connection, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Dr. Leanne Bertani (Ohio Pet Fund, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Kirsten Knight (Adopt A Pit Rescue, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Mary Beth Bergenstein (FIDO's Companion Rescue, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Tami Schmidt (All Species, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Meleena Bowers (Batta Cats, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Robin Craft (Black and Orange Cat Foundation, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Cindy Valerio (Community Cats, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Gabriel Everhart (Forgotten 4-Paws, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Carrie Wiesen (Friends of Stark Pound, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Joan Ballitch (Heart of Ohio Pets (HOPE), Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Charlene Milliner (Humane Society of Guernsey County, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Cindie McCulloch (Humane Society of Greene County, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Teresa Hildebrand (PAWS of Muskingum County, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Cathy Ruther (Paws and Prayers Pet Rescue, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Connie Strobbe (PAWS Animal Shelter (Champaign County), Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Betty Miranda (Rural Ohio Cats and Kittens, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Sue Cheslock (SART, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Starlene Kinser (Star's Cat Connection, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Salina Wenzel (A Brighter Day, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Annette Volk (Heartt Animal Refuge, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Jean Keating (Lucas County Pit Crew, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Jennifer Salyers (Humane Society of Morrow County, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Susan Geier (SAVE Ohio Pets, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Lee Schrader, DVM (Fayette Regional Humane Society, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 2nd Hearing (April 2, 2025)
Testimony by Tony Seegers (Ohio Pet Fund, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Beth Sheehan (Paws and the Law, Opponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Peggy Kaplan (Ohio Pet Fund, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Judith Cooper (Animal Welfare League of Scioto County, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Amy Siefer (Colony Cats & Dogs, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Lisa Weaner (Fort Defiance Humane Society, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Melissa Gundlach (Humane Society of Erie County, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Rodney Shelton (Lake County Dog Warden, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Julie Mercer (Pike Pet Pals, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Jennifer McCarty (Berea Animal Rescue, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Keri Huff (Medina Meow Fix, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Jenn Thomas (Ross County Humane Society, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Kelly Pocock (Sandusky County Dog Warden, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Jim Trakas (Ohio Pet Fund, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)
Testimony by Dr. Leanne Bertani (Ohio Pet Fund, Proponent) -- Agriculture, 3rd Hearing (October 1, 2025)

Sources

https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/HB148

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