The bill amends section 102.031 of the Revised Code to prohibit members of the General Assembly from accepting free or discounted tickets to professional sporting events, with the exception that such tickets may be accepted if they are part of a promotion available to the public on the same terms. The bill introduces new definitions, including "professional sporting event," which encompasses events played by teams in major leagues such as the NFL, NHL, MLB, MLS, and NBA. Additionally, it specifies that members cannot knowingly accept these tickets, reinforcing ethical standards for legislative conduct.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that violations of this provision, along with certain other ethical guidelines outlined in the section, may result in a fine of up to one thousand dollars imposed by the joint legislative ethics committee. The existing language regarding violations is updated to reflect these changes, ensuring clarity in the enforcement of ethical standards for members of the General Assembly.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 102.031