OH SB244

Prohibits Ohio from requiring any state resident to obtain or maintain individual health insurance coverage, regardless of eligibility for employer, state, or federal coverage.

Prevents state residents from facing penalties, assessments, fees, or fines under Ohio law for failing to procure health insurance coverage.

Prohibits state and local government officials, employees, and agents from imposing, collecting, enforcing, or effectuating any penalties on residents who do not obtain health insurance.

Directs the Ohio Attorney General to seek injunctive relief and defend the state if any government entity enacts laws or regulations that violate these prohibitions.

Exempts individuals who voluntarily apply for Medicaid or the Children's Health Insurance Program from these restrictions.