HB 863 Ohio House · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

Regards health care facilities and infection prevention textiles

This bill defines specific types of health care facilities and establishes rules for the use of reusable infection prevention textiles, such as gowns, curtains, and linens. It requires that at least fifty percent of the items used to protect patients and staff from microorganisms in these facilities be reusable textiles, provided they are processed by a certified facility after each use and align with federal health guidelines. The legislation also mandates that facilities keep records of their textile usage and allows for reporting of violations, while including a temporary exemption for facilities facing uncontrollable supply chain disruptions.
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May 2026
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Introduced May 12, 2026 Last action May 13, 2026
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