SB87Introduced in the Senate
Define antisemitism; expand the offense of ethnic intimidation
Introduced by Terry Johnson, District 14
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
To amend sections 2927.12 and 4112.01 and to enact sections 124.92 and 4112.20 of the Revised Code to define antisemitism for specific purposes and to expand the offense of ethnic intimidation to include the offenses of riot and aggravated riot committed by reason of the race, color, religion, or national origin of another person or group of persons.
Where it stands
Referred to committee: Judiciary
March 18, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Passed · March 4, 2026
27
Yes
4
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 | No |
Bill history
Introduced
Referred to committee: Judiciary
Reported - Substitute: Judiciary
Passed
Introduced
Referred to committee: Judiciary
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