HB 796·OH·house
Ensure inmates, prisoners housed according to biological sex
In CommitteeFiled Mar 25, 2026
Sponsor: Josh Williams (R)
Latest Action
Refer to Committee
May 13, 2026
Summary
The bill directs the state Department of Rehabilitation and Correction to set rules that keep male and female inmates separate based on biological sex. It applies to city infirmaries, county and municipal jails, and state correctional facilities, including special rules for juveniles and HIV‑positive individuals. The measure aims to standardize housing practices across Ohio’s correctional system.
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