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OH HB392

OH HB392
Add nitrogen hypoxia as a method of execution


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Introduced
02/01/2024
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

135th General Assembly (2023-2024)

Bill Summary

To amend sections 2921.24, 2949.22, 2949.221, and 2949.25 of the Revised Code to add nitrogen hypoxia as a method of execution and to prohibit the disclosure of execution identifying information.

AI Summary

This bill amends sections of the Ohio Revised Code to add nitrogen hypoxia as a method of execution, in addition to lethal injection. It also prohibits the disclosure of "execution identifying information," which includes details about individuals involved in carrying out executions. The bill provides protections for those individuals, such as keeping their identities confidential, and prevents licensing authorities from taking disciplinary action against them. Overall, the bill expands the available methods of execution in Ohio and limits the public disclosure of information related to the execution process.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (13)

Last Action

House Government Oversight Plummer, 2nd Hearing, Proponent Testimony (10:00:00 5/21/2024 Room 121) (on 05/21/2024)

Bill Topics

Government Operations
  • ‐ Government Transparency and Open Records
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing

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