Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct environmental impact identified
Risks
- No direct environmental impact identified
StateOhioIntroduced
HB 992: Prohibit cruelty to certain horses
Monica Blasdel
HB 992 status: Introduced (updated Aug 12, 2026).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
75OUT OF 100
Score:75/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 40/100
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Constitutionality90%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion85%
Bill summary
The bill amends the Ohio Revised Code to criminalize specific conduct towards horses, impacting animal welfare standards and operational requirements for horse-related industries.
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Impact analysis
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Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- May increase professional standards in equine businesses
Risks
- Potential increased compliance costs for operators of horse-related tourism or therapy services
Society
Positive outlook
75%
Benefits
- Strengthens protections for animals in human-interactive settings
Risks
- Subjective definition of 'cruelty' could lead to enforcement challenges
Technology Industry
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Source
OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
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Analysis scope
Analysis based solely on bill summary; full text was not reviewed
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Where it stands
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