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House committee initiates hearings on anti-squatting legislation
The House Criminal Justice Committee initiated hearings on House Bill 478, a piece of legislation aimed at providing homeowners with remedies against squatting and increasing penalties for such activities. The bill's sponsors, State Reps. Jeff LaRe (R-Violet Twp.) and Jay Edwards (R-Nelsonville), made the announcement.
LaRe, Edwards Introduce Legislation to Address Squatting
State Reps. Jeff LaRe (R-Violet Twp.) and Jay Edwards (R-Nelsonville) have introduced legislation aimed at addressing squatting in Ohio. The bill, introduced yesterday, seeks to provide homeowners with remedies against squatting and increase penalties for squatters.LaRe emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, “This bill will directly protect Ohio property owners and close loopholes in Ohio law that squatters may currently be able to take advantage of.” Meanwhile, Edwards highlighted the significance of protecting homeowners, saying, “It’s important we protect the...