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HB 933 Ohio House · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

Enact the Fair Trial Protection Act

Summary
To amend section 2945.21 of the Revised Code to enact the Fair Trial Protection Act to create a process for objecting to a peremptory challenge on the basis that the challenge is based on the prospective juror's race, color, religion, sex, military status, national origin, disability, age, or ancestry.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes a process to object to peremptory challenges based on protected characteristics, directly protecting civil rights and enhancing judicial fairness.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly protects 'military status' from discriminatory peremptory challenges in court, directly advancing recognition and rights for veterans.90% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 19, 2026 Last action May 20, 2026
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May 20, 2026
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May 19, 2026
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Josh Williams
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