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SB 199 Ohio Senate · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

Levy a fee on gross sports gaming wagers; specify revenue use

Summary
To amend sections 123.28, 123.281, 5753.01, 5753.031, 5753.04, 5753.05, 5753.06, 5753.07, 5753.08, and 5753.12 and to enact sections 123.282 and 5753.022 of the Revised Code to levy a fee on gross sports gaming wagers and to use revenue from the fee to support publicly owned professional sports facilities and interscholastic athletics.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill levies a new fee, generating revenue for the state budget, and directs these funds to support specific public facilities and athletics.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 199 uses revenue from sports gaming fees to support interscholastic athletics, directly funding a component of K-12 education and enhancing student programs.90% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
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Governor
Introduced May 14, 2025 Last action May 28, 2025
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May 28, 2025
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May 14, 2025
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