Authorize conveyance of state-owned land.

Number S. B. No. 217
Type Senate Bill
General Assembly 136
https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/sb217

Sponsors

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While a bill usually has one primary sponsor (or a few lead sponsors), other lawmakers can sign on as co-sponsors. A co-sponsor is a congressmen who adds their name to the bill to publicly show their support and increase the bill's chances of passing, even if they are not managing the day-to-day legislative strategy.

The key responsibilities of a sponsor include:

  • Introduction: They are the official person who formally submits the bill to be read and debated by the legislative body.
  • Advocacy: They act as the primary champion for the legislation, explaining its purpose and arguing why it is necessary.
  • Gathering Support: They work to persuade other lawmakers to vote for the bill and often seek out expert testimony or public support to build momentum.
  • Navigating the Process: They help shepherd the bill through various committees, negotiate amendments or changes, and guide it toward a final vote.

Primary Sponsors

Al Landis
District 31
Party Republican
Chamber Senate

Co-Sponsors

Status Changes

House Senate Governor
  1. Introduced
    Oct 21 2025
  2. Referred to committee
    Oct 22 2025
  3. Reported - Substitute
    Nov 18 2025
    Vote Result
    Favorable Passage
  4. Passed
    Nov 19 2025
    Vote Result
    Passed
  5. Informally passed
    Nov 19 2025
  1. Introduced
    Jun 10 2025
  2. Referred to committee
    Jun 11 2025
  3. Passed
    Oct 15 2025
    Vote Result
    Passed
  4. Reported
    Oct 15 2025
    Vote Result
    Favorable Passage
  5. Concurred in House amendments
    Nov 19 2025
    Vote Result
    Passed
  1. Sent To The Governor
    Dec 09 2025
  2. Signed By The Governor
    Dec 19 2025
  3. Effective
    Mar 20 2026

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