HJR 8 Ohio House · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

CA: Lower the voting age to sixteen years

This bill proposes to amend the Ohio Constitution to lower the minimum voting age from eighteen to sixteen years. It directly affects sixteen-year-old residents who would gain the right to vote in all state and local elections, including primary elections, provided they have been registered for thirty days. The measure requires a three-fifths vote in both legislative houses to place the change on the ballot for voters to decide. If approved by the electorate, the new voting age rule would take effect immediately upon adoption.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 12, 2026 Last action May 20, 2026