State • Ohio

SB 179: Verify veteran status of imprisoned individuals

Terry JohnsonIntroduced

SB 179 status: Introduced — Effective 9/23/26 (updated Sep 23, 2026).

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To amend sections 341.02 and 5901.03 and to enact section 341.43 of the Revised Code to verify the veteran status of imprisoned individuals and individuals facing imprisonment.

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Effective 9/23/26

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