Ohio Rev. Code § 187.13
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§ 187.13. Use of name
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September 29, 2011 House Bill 153 - 129th General Assembly (A) No person, except the nonprofit corporation formed under section 187.01 of the Revised Code or its designees, may use the name "JobsOhio" or "Jobs Ohio," or words of a similar meaning in another language, as any part of a designation or name under which the person conducts or may conduct business in this state, unless the person receives the written consent of JobsOhio. As used in this section, "person" has the same meaning as in section 1702.01 of the Revised Code. (B) The name of any subsidiary of JobsOhio shall include the name "JobsOhio" and an additional designation that differentiates the subsidiary from other JobsOhio corporations formed under section 187.01 of the Revised Code. Disclaimer Contact About
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