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SB 225: Expand the Address Confidentiality Program

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

What SB 225 does, verified September 24, 2026

The address confidentiality program is being expanded to provide greater protection for victims of domestic violence, human trafficking, and other serious crimes. To participate, individuals must apply with the assistance of an application assistant, who is trained to help with the application process. The application must include a notarized statement detailing the reason for the application, such as fearing for their safety or the safety of a household member. The state will verify the application and issue a unique identification number and an address confidentiality program authorization card. This card will be valid for four years and allows the individual to receive mail and have service of process through the state. Participants are not eligible to vote or own real property in the state, and they must update their application information within 30 days of any change. If a partici…

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Last action: Referred to committee: General Government (2026-05-27)Alert me
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Jerry CirinoTerry JohnsonAl LandisNathan ManningThomas PattonMichele ReynoldsTim SchafferShane Wilkin
Recent actions6 total · showing 5
May. 27, 2026Referred to committee: General Government
May. 26, 2026Introduced
May. 20, 2026Passed
May. 20, 2026Reported - Substitute: Judiciary
Jun. 25, 2025Referred to committee: Judiciary
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