HB 697·OH·house
Regards broadcasts of school interscholastic athletic contests
In CommitteeFiled Feb 12, 2026
Sponsor: Mark Hiner
Latest Action
Refer to Committee
Feb 18, 2026
Summary
The bill gives any Ohio middle or high school the right to broadcast its own post‑season athletic contests and prevents exclusive deals that would block that right. Local broadcasters can air these games only if they have previously served a local school or sign a formal agreement with the school. All broadcast contracts must be filed with the state education director and posted online.
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