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Introduced
04/30/2025
04/30/2025
In Committee
10/01/2025
10/01/2025
Crossed Over
10/08/2025
10/08/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
136th General Assembly
Bill Summary
To amend section 4501.21 and to enact section 4503.742 of the Revised Code to create the "COSI" specialty license plate.
AI Summary
This bill creates a new specialty license plate for the Center of Science and Industry (COSI) in Ohio. The bill allows vehicle owners to apply for a COSI-themed license plate by paying a regular registration fee plus an additional $25 contribution and a $10 administrative fee. The $25 contribution will be deposited into the state's license plate contribution fund and then paid to the Franklin County Historical Society, which will use the funds to support COSI programs that inspire interest in science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM). The license plates will display an appropriate logo and words selected by COSI representatives and approved by the motor vehicle registrar. The bill amends existing law to incorporate this new specialty license plate option into the state's vehicle registration system, providing a new way for Ohio residents to support science education while displaying a unique license plate on their vehicle.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (16)
Hearcel Craig (D)*,
Nickie Antonio (D),
Willis Blackshear (D),
Andrew Brenner (R),
Jerry Cirino (R),
Bill DeMora (D),
Paula Hicks-Hudson (D),
Catherine Ingram (D),
Terry Johnson (R),
George Lang (R),
Bill Reineke (R),
Tim Schaffer (R),
Kent Smith (D),
Jane Timken (R),
Casey Weinstein (D),
Steve Wilson (R),
Last Action
Passed (on 10/08/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/sb189 |
| Analysis - As Passed By Senate | https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/download?key=26068 |
| BillText | https://search-prod.lis.state.oh.us/api/v2/general_assembly_136/legislation/sb189/02_PS/pdf/ |
| Fiscal Note - As Passed By Senate | https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/download?key=26060 |
| Analysis - As Reported By Senate Committee | https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/download?key=25977 |
| BillText | https://search-prod.lis.state.oh.us/api/v2/general_assembly_136/legislation/sb189/01_RS/pdf/ |
| Fiscal Note - As Reported By Senate Committee | https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/download?key=25972 |
| Fiscal Note - As Introduced | https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/download?key=25183 |
| Analysis - As Introduced | https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/download?key=25142 |
| BillText | https://search-prod.lis.state.oh.us/api/v2/general_assembly_136/legislation/sb189/00_IN/pdf/ |
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