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OH HB650
Bill
Status
3/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Heidi Workman
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AI Summary
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Establishes a 9-member Frontier Technologies and Quantum Computing Commission to study emerging technologies with economic, ethical, and security implications for Ohio, including artificial intelligence, agentic systems, biotechnology, quantum computing, and robotics
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Commission membership includes 3 House members (appointed by Speaker), 3 Senate members (appointed by Senate President), and 3 technical experts representing industry stakeholders (appointed by Governor)
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Bipartisan structure requires 2 majority and 1 minority party member from each legislative chamber; Speaker designates the chair and Senate President designates the vice-chair
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Commission must deliver a report of findings and recommendations to the General Assembly by December 31, 2026, after which the Commission ceases to exist
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Members receive no compensation beyond reimbursement for actual expenses; Legislative Service Commission provides support services upon request
Legislative Description
Establish Frontier Technologies and Quantum Computing Commission
State and Local Government : State Government
Last Action
Introduced
3/11/2026