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OH SB333

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/10/2022

Primary Sponsor

Steve Wilson

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Origin

Senate

134th General Assembly (2021-2022)

AI Summary

  • Amends section 2305.37 of the Revised Code to establish liability protections for donors and agencies distributing perishable food and consumer goods to individuals in need.

  • Protects donors and agencies from tort liability when donating or distributing food and goods in good faith if the donor/agency determines items are fit for consumption or use at the time of donation and does not act with gross negligence or willful/wanton misconduct.

  • Establishes that no presumption of liability arises solely because perishable food is donated after its sale date or consumer goods are in damaged packaging.

  • Defines covered entities as nonhospital charitable nonprofits and organizations that distribute goods or food to those in need without charging or charging only handling costs.

  • Does not create new causes of action or substantive legal rights and does not affect other immunities or defenses available under Ohio law or common law.

Legislative Description

Regards liability for donations of perishable food

Health and Human Services : Public Assistance

Last Action

Reported: Government Oversight and Reform

12/7/2022

Committee Referrals

Government Oversight and Reform5/18/2022

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