The bill S.B. No. 2025-2026 aims to establish a framework for appointing delegates to a convention of the states under Article V of the United States Constitution. It introduces several new sections (3523.13 to 3523.18 and 3523.99) to the Revised Code, defining key terms such as "delegate," "convention," and "commissioning resolution." The bill mandates that the Ohio General Assembly appoint an odd number of delegates when a convention is called by Congress, outlining eligibility criteria for delegates, which include being a U.S. citizen, a resident of Ohio for at least five years, and not having certain felony convictions or federal employment status. The bill also details the process for recalling delegates and the establishment of an advisory committee to oversee the delegation's actions.

Additionally, the bill specifies the responsibilities and limitations of delegates, including the requirement to take an oath of office and the prohibition against accepting gifts exceeding a certain value. It emphasizes that delegates must adhere to the original application for a convention and prohibits them from voting on amendments that would alter specific guarantees of individual liberty as outlined in the U.S. Constitution. Violations of these provisions could result in felony charges. Overall, the bill seeks to ensure that Ohio's delegates operate within a defined legal framework while participating in a national convention.