SB278Introduced in the Senate
Permit monetary damages against municipal corps with gun controls
Introduced by Terry Johnson, District 14
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
To amend section 9.68 of the Revised Code to permit individuals to seek punitive or exemplary damages against municipal corporations that pass gun control measures.
Where it stands
Referred to committee: Judiciary
May 13, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Passed · April 15, 2026
24
Yes
9
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
33 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 | No |
| Steve Wilson | 7 | Yes |
| Louis Blessing | 8 | Yes |
| Catherine Ingram | 9 | No |
Bill history
Introduced
Referred to committee: Local Government
Reported: Local Government
Passed
Introduced
Referred to committee: Judiciary
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