UPCOMINGOhioOct 6, 2026✓ Human reviewed

Ohio adds repair-registration consequences for catalytic-converter violations

Ohio HB 210 takes effect October 6, 2026. Among its changes, the Motor Vehicle Repair Board must deny, refuse to renew or revoke certain repair-operator registrations following specified convictions involving used catalytic-converter purchase rules, catalytic-converter theft or receiving stolen property.

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What to check

Registered collision-repair and window-tint operators that acquire or handle used detached catalytic converters should review HB 210's purchase/documentation rules and update internal sourcing controls before October 6.

Official evidence

Source and verification

Verified
Sep 21, 2026
Applies to
Collision / body, Mixed services
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