What does Ohio House Bill HB 654 do?

HB 654: Enact Amanda Dean's Law

When was Ohio House Bill HB 654 introduced?

HB 654 was introduced on Jan 27, 2026.

What's the current status of Ohio House Bill HB 654?

The latest action on HB 654 by the House was: Referred to committee (Public Safety) on Feb 04, 2026.

Who introduced Ohio House Bill HB 654?

HB 654 was introduced by Kellie Deeter.

Bill tracking in Ohio - HB 654 (136 legislative session)

HB 654

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HB 654

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Enact Amanda Dean's Law

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House • Feb 04, 2026: Referred to committee (Public Safety)

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Kellie Deeter
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(R - 54)
Gayle Manning
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(R - 52)

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Feb 04, 2026 | House
- Referred to committee (Public Safety)
Jan 27, 2026 | House
- Introduced

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Testimony by State Representatives Kellie Deeter and Gayle Manning (Ohio House of Representatives, Proponent) -- Public Safety, 1st Hearing (February 24, 2026)
Testimony by Caroline Tokar (Proponent) -- Public Safety, 2nd Hearing (March 3, 2026)
Testimony by Jason Holdren (Ohio Prosecuting Attorneys Association, Proponent) -- Public Safety, 2nd Hearing (March 3, 2026)
Testimony by Maria York (Ohio Domestic Violence Network, Proponent) -- Public Safety, 2nd Hearing (March 3, 2026)
Testimony by Chief John Majoy (Proponent) -- Public Safety, 2nd Hearing (March 3, 2026)
Testimony by Emily Gemar (Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence, Proponent) -- Public Safety, 3rd Hearing (March 11, 2026)

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https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/HB654

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