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HB 393: Require certain facilities assist inmates in obtaining ID cards

Ohio · House · 136th General Assembly (2025–2026) · last verified September 24, 2026

What HB 393 does, verified September 24, 2026

```html The bill requires community-based correctional facilities and halfway house organizations to assist inmates in obtaining state identification cards before their release. Specifically, these facilities must verify inmates' ages and identities and provide them with applications for state ID cards if they do not already have valid ones. The facilities are also required to submit completed applications along with necessary documentation to the registrar of motor vehicles. ```<br><p>The bill allows for fee exemptions when issuing identification cards under specific circumstances. It permits residents who are permanently disabled and under 17 years old, as well as those in custody of correctional departments or facilities, to receive an ID card without payment.</p> <p>It also mandates the Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, the Department of Youth Services, halfway house orga…

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Last action: Effective (2026-08-26)Alert me
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Johnathan NewmanRachel BakerTim BarhorstAdam BirdSean BrennanJuanita BrentAshley Bryant BaileyThaddeus ClaggettJack DanielsTex FischerChris GlassburnDerrick Hall
Recent actions12 total · showing 5
Aug. 26, 2026Effective
May. 27, 2026Signed By The Governor
May. 21, 2026Sent To The Governor
May. 13, 2026Concurred in Senate amendments
Apr. 15, 2026Passed
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