The bill amends section 5301.072 of the Revised Code to prohibit homeowners' associations and similar entities from imposing restrictions on the display of political yard signs. Specifically, it introduces new provisions that allow for the display of political yard signs, while also permitting reasonable restrictions on the time, location, materials, size, and number of such signs. However, it ensures that no restrictions can prohibit the display of political yard signs during the thirty days leading up to an election or limit their size to less than twelve inches in height or eighteen inches in width.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that any existing covenants or regulations that conflict with these new provisions are considered against public policy and unenforceable in Ohio courts. The bill also includes specific exceptions for political yard signs that violate certain laws, ensuring that the new regulations do not override existing legal frameworks. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance the visibility of political expression while maintaining some level of regulation to ensure community standards are met.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 5301.072