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HB128
HB128: The Reproductive Care Act
Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 4:32 AM
In one sentence
This bill creates new laws called the Reproductive Care Act to address abortion and reproductive health protections while changing rules for criminal background checks.
What it does
- Enacts the Reproductive Care Act regarding abortion, abortion-related laws, and reproductive health protections.
- Amends existing state laws related to crimes, corrections, law enforcement, and health care services.
- Repeals specific sections of current Ohio law that relate to criminal offenses and medical regulations.
- Updates the list of past convictions checked during background checks for teachers, healthcare workers, and other specified positions.
Who it affects
- People seeking reproductive health care services related to abortion.
- Healthcare providers offering pregnancy-related or reproductive procedures.
- Employers in schools and healthcare facilities that require criminal background checks for staff.
- State agencies responsible for conducting criminal records investigations.
Limits and unknowns
- The official text lists the specific sections of law being changed but does not explain every detail of how those changes work.
- The bill status shows 'As Introduced,' meaning an effective date has not been set yet and it is unknown when these rules will start.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Reproductive Care Act
- The new law created by this bill to address abortion and reproductive health protections.
- Amend
- To change or update parts of an existing law without removing it completely.
- Repeal
- To officially remove a law so that it is no longer in effect.
Official record
Sources
Official summary
Enact the Reproductive Care Act
Official activity
Bill history
- As Introduced