OH HB374

Amends section 123.151 of the Revised Code to define "minority business enterprise" and "political subdivision" and establish procedures for state certification of minority businesses.

Requires the equal employment opportunity coordinator to certify minority business enterprises that comply with rules adopted by the director of administrative services, with an appeal process available for denied applications.

Mandates that state agencies and port authorities file quarterly reports with the coordinator documenting contracts with certified minority business enterprises, including contract values and types.

Establishes penalties for non-compliance with reporting requirements, including suspension of state agency spending authority and notification to legislative leadership for port authorities.

Provides that state certification of a minority business enterprise satisfies any similar minority business certification requirement imposed by political subdivisions.