The proposed bill enacts section 1333.97 of the Revised Code, which mandates that retail merchants must provide customers with the option to pay in cash for goods and services. It specifies that cash payments cannot be prohibited, and merchants must accept cash when offered. The bill defines "at retail" transactions as those conducted in person, excluding telephone, mail, or internet-based transactions. Additionally, it establishes that violations of this requirement are considered unfair or deceptive acts, allowing affected individuals to seek legal recourse similar to that available under existing consumer protection laws.

The bill outlines several exceptions where the cash payment requirement does not apply, including sales at airports (under certain conditions), municipal parking facilities, mobile payment-only parking facilities, vehicle rental companies that accept certified checks, large sports or entertainment venues, and retail establishments that provide a cash-to-prepaid card conversion service under specific conditions. These provisions aim to balance the need for cash payment options with the operational realities of certain businesses.