The bill amends sections 153.011, 153.99, 3333.071, and 5525.21 of the Revised Code to mandate the use of iron or steel produced in the United States for projects that receive state funding. Specifically, it stipulates that any construction, maintenance, or improvement project supported by state funds must utilize only U.S.-produced iron or steel products. The bill also introduces new definitions and criteria for what constitutes "iron or steel products" and outlines the responsibilities of the Ohio facilities construction commission and the director of transportation regarding compliance and enforcement.

Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for violations, including a civil penalty equal to one and a half times the purchase price of non-compliant iron or steel products. It allows for minimal exceptions for foreign iron or steel products in specific circumstances, such as when the cost is negligible or when U.S. materials are unavailable. The bill emphasizes the importance of domestic production and aims to ensure that state-funded projects support American manufacturing.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 153.011, 153.99, 3333.071, 5525.21