When was Ohio House Bill HB 298 introduced?

HB 298 was introduced on May 20, 2025.

What's the current status of Ohio House Bill HB 298?

The latest action on HB 298 by the House was: Referred to committee (Finance) on May 21, 2025.

Who introduced Ohio House Bill HB 298?

HB 298 was introduced by Brian Stewart.

Bill tracking in Ohio - HB 298 (136 legislative session)

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HB 298

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House • May 21, 2025: Referred to committee (Finance)

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Brian Stewart
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Marilyn John
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(R - 76)

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May 21, 2025 | House
- Referred to committee (Finance)
May 20, 2025 | House
- Introduced

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Analysis - As IntroducedPDF
Testimony by Scott Ward (Sports Betting Alliance, Proponent) -- Finance, 1st Hearing (May 27, 2025)
Testimony by Cesar Fernandez (FanDuel, Proponent) -- Finance, 1st Hearing (May 27, 2025)
Testimony by Brandt Iden (Fanatics, Proponent) -- Finance, 1st Hearing (May 27, 2025)
Testimony by Shawn Fluharty (Play'n GO, Proponent) -- Finance, 1st Hearing (May 27, 2025)
Testimony by Ryan Soultz (Boyd Gaming, Interested Party) -- Finance, 1st Hearing (May 27, 2025)
Testimony by John A. Pappas (iDevelopment and Economic Association (iDEA), Interested Party) -- Finance, 1st Hearing (May 27, 2025)
Testimony by Dean Hestermann (Caesars Entertainment, Proponent) -- Finance, 1st Hearing (May 27, 2025)
Testimony by Cameron Garczyk (NFIB, Interested Party) -- Finance, 1st Hearing (May 27, 2025)

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https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/HB298

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