The proposed bill, S.B. No. 2025-2026, seeks to enact a new section, 9.631, in the Revised Code of Ohio, which clarifies that individuals who are unlawfully present in the United States do not have the privilege against arrest. The bill defines "public office" and "public official," and establishes that such individuals can be arrested, detained, or held in custody by law enforcement agencies without a warrant, regardless of the nature of the proceedings—be they administrative, civil, or criminal. This provision is intended to supersede any conflicting rules or policies previously enacted by public offices or officials.

Additionally, the bill prohibits public offices and officials from granting any privileges to unlawfully present individuals, enforcing conflicting rules, or obstructing law enforcement actions related to such arrests. It also allows inquiries into an individual's immigration status and protects individuals acting in good faith under this section from civil or criminal liability. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen immigration enforcement at the state level by removing any barriers that may prevent law enforcement from acting against individuals unlawfully present in the country.