The bill amends various sections of the Revised Code to prohibit ranked choice voting and instant runoff voting in Ohio elections, stating that these methods cannot be used unless allowed by the Ohio Constitution. It establishes that any county or municipality that adopts a resolution for ranked choice voting will lose eligibility for Local Government Fund distributions until the resolution is rescinded. The bill also clarifies the election petition process, specifying the number of signatures required for candidates based on their political party and the level of office, while ensuring that petitions are accessible as public records.

Additionally, the bill introduces new definitions related to local government fund payments and traffic camera fines, requiring local authorities to file annual reports on traffic camera fines collected, particularly in school zones. It establishes penalties for non-compliance, including the suspension of payments until reports are filed. The bill also creates the Ohio highway and transportation safety fund to enhance public safety, while streamlining the legal framework by repealing several existing sections of the Revised Code. Overall, the bill aims to maintain traditional voting methods and improve transparency and accountability in the election and local government processes.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3501.01, 5747.502
As Reported By Senate Committee: 3501.01, 5747.502
As Passed By Senate: 3501.01, 5747.502
As Reported By House Committee: 3501.01, 3513.05, 3513.262, 3513.263, 5747.502
As Passed By House: 3501.01, 3513.05, 3513.262, 3513.263, 5747.502
As Enrolled: 3501.01, 3513.05, 3513.262, 3513.263, 5747.502, 3505.011, 3513.141, 5747.504, 5747.505