HB519Introduced in the House
Prohibit specified actions with intent to steal a motor vehicle
Introduced by Andrea White, District 36
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
To amend section 2923.24 of the Revised Code to prohibit possession of an electronic device while committing a motor vehicle theft offense, to temporarily reduce certain motor fuel taxes, to levy a temporary retail tax on certain motor fuel, to make appropriations to supplement the loss of motor fuel tax revenues, and to declare an emergency.
Where it stands
Effective Emergency; Certain provisions effective December 30, 2026
October 1, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
House votes
3 recorded votes · each counted separately
Senate votes
2 recorded votes · each counted separately
HouseStage: House Passed · September 30, 2026
78
Yes
16
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
94 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 | Yes |
| Meredith Lawson-Rowe | 5 | No |
| Christine Cockley | 6 | No |
| Michael Dovilla | 7 | Yes |
| Allison Russo | 7 | Yes |
| Anita Somani | 8 | Yes |
| Munira Abdullahi | 9 | No |
| Crystal Lett | 11 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced
Referred to committee: Public Safety
Reported - Substitute: Public Safety
Passed
Introduced
Referred to committee: Judiciary
Re-referred: General Government
Reported - Substitute: General Government
Passed
Concurred in Senate amendments
Sent To The Governor
Signed By The Governor
Effective Emergency; Certain provisions effective December 30, 2026
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