The proposed bill, known as the Consumer Protection Call Center Act, aims to regulate the eligibility of employers that relocate call centers to foreign countries in order to receive state grants, loans, and other benefits. It introduces new sections (4113.87 to 4113.92) to the Revised Code, defining key terms such as "employer," "state agency," and "part-time employee." The bill mandates that employers intending to relocate a call center or a significant portion of its operations must notify the director of job and family services at least 120 days prior to the relocation. Failure to provide this notice could result in civil penalties of up to $10,000 per day.

Additionally, the bill establishes that employers who relocate will be ineligible for state economic incentives for five years following the relocation. However, the Department of Development may waive this disqualification if the employer can demonstrate that not receiving the incentive would lead to substantial job loss, environmental harm, or significant economic impact. The bill also requires that all call center work performed for state agencies must be conducted within Ohio, and it ensures that employees of contractors performing such work are also based in the state after a two-year period. Importantly, the bill clarifies that it does not affect employee compensation or benefits under existing state laws for those who relocate.