This week, the OMA supported Senate Bill 157, which has been proposed to reduce Ohio’s statute of limitations on contracts. This bill would reduce Ohio’s statute of limitations for written contract actions from six years to three years after the cause of action accrued.

Additionally, the bill would reduce the statute of limitations for contracts not in writing from four years to two years. Senate Bill 157 promotes timely resolution of disputes for contract actions and helps businesses operate with greater certainty and efficiency.

The Ohio Alliance for Civil Justice also supported the bill, noting that it allows Ohio to catch up with several other states that have implemented similar reforms. 6/10/2025