Ohio DMV and deputy registrars required to offer unclaimed funds search and claim assistance to in-person customers

Original title: Require certain offices assist with claiming unclaimed funds

Last action · October 1, 2025: Referred to FinanceSponsors: Casey Weinstein and 5 others

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What This Bill Would Do

Ohio motor vehicle offices must now ask in-person customers if they want staff to check for and help them submit a claim if any are found.

Why it matters

Residents conducting in-person transactions at bureau locations gain direct access to state-assisted searches and claim filing using information already on hand.

Who It Would Affect

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Directly affected

in-person customers at the bureau of motor vehicles

Customers conducting in-person transactions are offered checks for unclaimed funds and assistance with claim submissions.

Directly affected

Registrar of Motor Vehicles and deputy registrars

Staff are required to ask customers about unclaimed funds, perform searches upon request, and provide claim submission assistance.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to request an unclaimed funds check when visiting the BMV?

No, staff are required to ask if you desire a check, and the search is only performed if you request it.

What information is used to check for unclaimed funds?

The check uses your name and any other relevant information available, including information in the possession of the registrar or and details you provide.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

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Oct 1, 2025SenateCommittee
Referred to Finance
Jul 30, 2025SenateIntroduced
Introduced

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