The bill amends section 5301.072 of the Revised Code to prohibit certain restrictions on the display of political yard signs. It establishes that no deed covenants, homeowners' association rules, or similar governing documents can prevent the display of political yard signs, particularly in the thirty days leading up to an election. However, the bill allows for reasonable restrictions regarding the time, location, materials, size, and number of yard signs, as long as these do not limit the size of the signs to less than twelve inches in height or eighteen inches in width.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that political yard signs must comply with existing laws, including those related to hate speech and other legal restrictions. Any covenant or regulation that contradicts this new provision will be deemed against public policy and unenforceable in Ohio courts. The existing section 5301.072 is repealed, and the new language is inserted to ensure clarity and enforceability regarding the display of political yard signs.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 5301.072