HB 662·OH·house
Increase penalty for disturbing a lawful meeting in certain cases
In CommitteeFiled Jan 29, 2026
Sponsor: Tex Fischer
Latest Action
Refer to Committee
Feb 4, 2026
Summary
The bill makes it a fourth‑degree misdemeanor to disturb any lawful meeting, but upgrades the offense to a first‑degree felony when the disturbance is intended to disrupt a religious worship assembly, either in person at a tax‑exempt place of worship or via a virtual meeting. It targets actions that obstruct, interfere, or offend the sensibilities of the group.
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