What does Ohio House Bill HB 686 do?

HB 686: Enact the Parker Kahle Act

When was Ohio House Bill HB 686 introduced?

HB 686 was introduced on Feb 10, 2026.

What's the current status of Ohio House Bill HB 686?

The latest action on HB 686 by the House was: Referred to committee (Judiciary) on Feb 18, 2026.

Who introduced Ohio House Bill HB 686?

HB 686 was introduced by Jean Schmidt.

Bill tracking in Ohio - HB 686 (136 legislative session)

HB 686

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HB 686

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Enact the Parker Kahle Act

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House • Feb 18, 2026: Referred to committee (Judiciary)

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Jean Schmidt
primary
(R - 62)
Adam C. Bird
cosponsor
(R - 63)
Sean P. Brennan
cosponsor
(D - 14)
Gary Click
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Jack K. Daniels
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Kellie Deeter
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Dontavius L. Jarrells
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Marilyn John
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Mark Johnson
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Crystal Lett
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Mike Odioso
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Cecil Thomas
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Erika White
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Feb 18, 2026 | House
- Referred to committee (Judiciary)
Feb 10, 2026 | House
- Introduced

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Analysis - As IntroducedPDF
Testimony by Jean Schmidt (Ohio House of Representatives, Proponent) -- Judiciary, 1st Hearing (March 25, 2026)
Testimony by David Kahle (Proponent) -- Judiciary, 2nd Hearing (June 3, 2026)
Testimony by Amy Roehrenbeck (Ohio Child Support Professionals Association, Interested Party) -- Judiciary, 3rd Hearing (June 10, 2026)
Testimony by Shawn Welch (Ohio Judicial Conference, Interested Party) -- Judiciary, 3rd Hearing (June 10, 2026)

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https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/HB686

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