❌ HB409
Prohibit legislators receiving free or discounted sports tickets
Current Status: In House Committee (General Government)
Summary
This bill prohibits members of the Ohio General Assembly from receiving free or discounted tickets to professional sporting events, with exceptions for promotions generally available to the public. It also establishes penalties for violations, including fines imposed by the joint legislative ethics committee.
Rationale
The bill imposes restrictions on legislators' acceptance of gifts, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of personal liberty and minimal government interference. Both the LP and LPO platforms emphasize individual rights and oppose government regulations that limit personal freedoms.
Risks and Concerns
- Increases government control over personal conduct of legislators
- Potentially sets a precedent for further restrictions on personal freedoms