SB277Introduced in the Senate
Clarify that child independent activity is not abuse or neglect
Introduced by Theresa Gavarone, District 2
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
To enact section 2151.032 of the Revised Code to clarify that a child who is granted permission to engage in independent activities is not considered to be an abused or neglected child.
Where it stands
Referred to committee: Judiciary
May 20, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Passed · May 13, 2026
31
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
31 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Patton | 17 | Yes |
| Robert McColley | 1 | Yes |
| Theresa Gavarone | 2 | Yes |
| Michele Reynolds | 3 | Yes |
| George Lang | 4 | Yes |
| Stephen Huffman | 5 | Yes |
| Willis Blackshear | 6 | Yes |
| Steve Wilson | 7 | Yes |
| Louis Blessing | 8 | Yes |
| Catherine Ingram | 9 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced
Referred to committee: Judiciary
Reported: Judiciary
Passed
Introduced
Referred to committee: Judiciary
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