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This bill would officially adopt Superman as the state superhero of Ohio, specifically timed to coincide with the character entering the public domain on April 18, 2033. The legislation recognizes Superman's cultural significance by establishing him as the state's official superhero, referencing the character's first publication date of April 18, 1938. By enacting this bill, Ohio would be adding a new section (5.079) to its Revised Code to formally acknowledge Superman's importance, likely as a nod to the character's origins in Cleveland, where Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster first created the iconic superhero. The bill is a symbolic gesture that celebrates the state's connection to a globally recognized cultural icon while marking a significant moment in copyright and comic book history when Superman's original iterations become freely available for public use.

Government Affairs

https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb270