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HB 689: Align and modernize fingerprinting and disposition reporting

Ohio · House · 136th General Assembly (2025–2026) · last verified September 16, 2026

What HB 689 does, verified September 16, 2026

The bill aims to modernize fingerprinting and disposition reporting in the state. It requires the superintendent of the bureau of criminal identification and investigation to procure and file photographs, fingerprints, and other information of individuals convicted of certain crimes. The bill also requires the superintendent to receive weekly reports from clerks of courts of record, which must include information on cases involving felonies, misdemeanors, and delinquent children. The reports must be submitted electronically and include details such as case summaries, charges, and adjudications. The bill also repeals an existing section related to fingerprinting and disposition reporting. Overall, the bill seeks to improve the efficiency and accuracy of fingerprinting and disposition reporting in the state.

Bill journey
✓IntroducedComplete
✓In CommitteeComplete
✓First Chamber FloorComplete
4Second ChamberCurrent
5GovernorPending
6ChapteredPending
Last action: Referred to committee: Judiciary (2026-06-02)Alert me
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Cindy AbramsBernard WillisSean BrennanMichael DovillaMichele GrimThomas HallDontavius JarrellsJeff LaReBrian LamptonCrystal LettGayle ManningJoseph Miller
Recent actions6 total · showing 5
Jun. 02, 2026Referred to committee: Judiciary
May. 21, 2026Introduced
May. 20, 2026Passed
May. 19, 2026Reported - Substitute: Public Safety
Feb. 18, 2026Referred to committee: Public Safety
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