When was Ohio House Bill HB 697 introduced?

HB 697 was introduced on Feb 12, 2026.

What's the current status of Ohio House Bill HB 697?

The latest action on HB 697 by the House was: Referred to committee (Arts, Athletics, and Tourism) on Feb 18, 2026.

Who introduced Ohio House Bill HB 697?

HB 697 was introduced by Mark Hiner.

Bill tracking in Ohio - HB 697 (136 legislative session)

HB 697

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Feb 12, 2026
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HB 697

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Regards broadcasts of school interscholastic athletic contests

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House • Feb 18, 2026: Referred to committee (Arts, Athletics, and Tourism)

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As Introduced

Hiner, 3rd Hearing, Opponent/Interested Party Testimony • House Transportation

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Mar 17, 2026 03:30pm

Room 122

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Mark Hiner
primary
(R - 98)
Sean P. Brennan
cosponsor
(D - 14)
Johnathan Newman
cosponsor
(R - 80)
Jason Stephens
cosponsor
Terrence Upchurch
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Feb 18, 2026 | House
- Referred to committee (Arts, Athletics, and Tourism)
Feb 12, 2026 | House
- Introduced

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Testimony by Mark Hiner (Ohio House of Representatives, Sponsor) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 1st Hearing (February 24, 2026)
Testimony by J Chapman (Woof Boom Radio, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Joel Losego (AVC Communications, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Robert Meisse (Mid-State Media, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Chad Budreau (OAB, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Allan King Jr (Allen East Local School District, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Kristen Holt (Bath High School, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Todd Schulte (Delphos St. Johns, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Jimmy Benedict (Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Zach Michel (Fairless Local Schools, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Zach Golec (Indian Valley High School, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Michael Dunlap (John Glenn High School, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Seth Evans (Perry Local School District, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Garth Evans (Minerva Athletic Department, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Dirk Gadd (Newcomerstown Athletics, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Dave Thomas (Philo High School, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Steve Franks (Tuscarawas Valley Local Schools, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Bradley Rex (Wapakoneta Athletics, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Nathan Swaney (Waynesfield Goshen Athletics Department, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)
Testimony by Keith Strickler (Ontario Local Schools, Proponent) -- Arts, Athletics, and Tourism, 2nd Hearing (March 10, 2026)

Sources

https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/HB697

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