The proposed bill, H.B. No. 2025-2026, seeks to enact a new section, 2935.40, of the Revised Code in Ohio, which would prohibit civil immigration-related arrests in specific locations. Under this new provision, individuals would be privileged from arrest based on their citizenship or immigration status while present at certain designated places, including public or private primary and secondary schools, places of worship, healthcare facilities, organizations assisting vulnerable populations, and courthouses. This measure aims to provide a safe environment for individuals in these sensitive locations, ensuring that they are not subjected to immigration enforcement actions.

However, the bill clarifies that this protection does not extend to arrests made under lawful judicial warrants issued in criminal proceedings. This distinction ensures that while civil immigration arrests are restricted in the specified locations, law enforcement retains the ability to execute criminal warrants as necessary. The bill reflects a commitment to safeguarding the rights of individuals in vulnerable situations while maintaining the integrity of the criminal justice system.