State legislation on libraries in Ohio is presented in this report. An introductory chapter covers some of the major characteristics and provisions of these laws, in historical perspective and in the current state of public library organization, tax support, and financing. Federal library laws are reviewed, as is the role of the state library, and legislation concerning university and law libraries. Texts of Ohio's library laws are given, with references to other library-related legislation, attorney general's opinions, and court decisions pertaining to libraries. The state library board rules are provided. (SL)