People attending a rally…who end up accused of violating an anti-riot law…could be targeted with a provision, normally used against terroristic activity…all this, under legislation approved by the Ohio House. The measure was proposed in the wake of racial injustice and police brutality protests in summer 2020. In addition, the legislation allows police officers harmed during riots to sue people or organizations for damages, as well as people or groups accused of filing false complaints against officers. The bill expands Ohio’s corrupt activity law to include knowingly providing material support or resources…that’s anything from lodging, training, or transportation…with the intent that such support aids in the carrying out of a riot. Material support is conduct often tied in both state and federal law to actions by alleged terrorist groups.