Use of Tape Recorders at the Ohio Statehouse For News Media and Others
The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board (CSRAB) works to protect the Capitol Square complex buildings and equipment while working with
the Ohio State Highway Patrol to ensure a safe working environment for all employees and visitors. CSRAB strives to provide easy access for
the news media while protecting the buildings and other property of the state of Ohio.
Use of Tape Recorders
When media coverage is authorized, individual journalists may bring tape recorders into the Ohio Statehouse and use them to record press
conferences and other public meetings so long as they do not cause any distraction. Journalists using tape recorders may sit at any place
in the audience during a press conference or other public meeting, unless required to sit in a press area. All tape recorders must be kept
on the reporter's person at all times.
Tape Recorders will not be permitted to be placed on podiums or tables adjacent to the speaker(s).
Ohio Statehouse clients are encouraged to work with the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board to request a multimedia-box for news outlets
to utilize to record press conferences and other public meetings. It is strongly encouraged that journalists invest in equipment compatible
to the Ohio Statehouse multimedia boxes.
Responsibility for Damages
News outlets and/or individual reporters will be responsible for the cost to repair any damages incurred by news staff and apparatus to Capitol
Square equipment.
Questions?
The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board deeply appreciates your interest in the occurrences on Capitol Square and your cooperation in
maintaining a safe and secure environment free of distractions and damages. Please contact Luke Stedke, CSRAB Communications and Marketing Manager
at 614/728-2130 or
lstedke@csrab.state.oh.us with questions or concerns.