HB173Introduced in the House
Regards entities providing behind-the-meter utility services
Introduced by David Thomas, District 65
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
To amend sections 4905.02, 4905.10, and 5321.04 and to enact sections 4933.51, 4933.52, 4933.53, 4933.54, 4933.55, 4933.552, 4933.553, 4933.554, 4933.555, 4933.56, 4933.57, 4933.58, 4933.59, 4933.60, 4933.62, 4933.65, and 4933.66 of the Revised Code regarding submetered utility services.
Where it stands
Veto receipt
June 25, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
House votes
3 recorded votes · each counted separately
Senate votes
2 recorded votes · each counted separately
HouseStage: House Passed · June 10, 2026
56
Yes
35
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
91 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Dontavius Jarrells | 1 | No |
| Latyna Humphrey | 2 | No |
| Beryl Brown Piccolantonio | 4 | No |
| Meredith Lawson-Rowe | 5 | No |
| Christine Cockley | 6 | No |
| Michael Dovilla | 7 | Yes |
| Allison Russo | 7 | No |
| Munira Abdullahi | 9 | No |
| Crystal Lett | 11 | No |
| Brian Stewart | 12 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced
Referred to committee: Energy
Reported - Substitute: Energy
Passed
Introduced
Referred to committee: Public Utilities
Reported - Substitute: Public Utilities
Passed
Concurred in Senate amendments
Sent To The Governor
Veto receipt
Verify the information
- Official page on the Ohio Legislature website
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