House Bill 447 is a proposal that would raise Ohio’s cap on non-economic damages by 65% and tie it to likely annual increases. This bill threatens to undo two decades of progress that have made Ohio one of the best states in the nation to do business.
For years, Ohio lawmakers have worked to create a predictable, pro-growth business environment. One that attracts jobs, investment, and innovation. HB 447 would reverse that progress by driving up costs for Ohio employers, making our legal system less stable, and putting the state at a competitive disadvantage.
Why it matters:
- HB 447 would increase non-economic damage caps from $350,000 to $580,000 and likely raise them every year.
- It would inject uncertainty into Ohio’s civil justice system and expose businesses to unpredictable liability.
- It risks raising insurance costs for Ohioans and undermining the economic reforms that helped make Ohio the best state to do business.
Tell your state representative to stand with Ohio’s job creators and oppose House Bill 447 to keep Ohio’s economy strong and competitive.