28-03-2025
Ohio lawmakers introduce bill to protect first responders
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Ohio legislators want to make harassing first responders a crime.
House Bill 20 was introduced to the Ohio House of Representatives earlier this year, seeking to assure first responders can safely and effectively do their jobs in stressful situations.
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The bill aims to 'prohibit a person from knowingly harassing or impeding an emergency service responder who is engaged in the lawful performance of a legal duty,' as well as adding probation officers to the list of first responders.
If HB-20 goes through, individuals accused of harassing first responders could face a first-degree misdemeanor.
The bill is currently in the House Public Safety Committee. It was introduced by Rep. Thomas Hall and Rep. Phil Plummer.
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