WOOD COUNTY, Ohio — A new Ohio law aims to reduce communication barriers between first responders and those with mental disabilities.
Known as “Keith’s Law,” House Bill 144 was signed by Governor Mike DeWine in October 2025 and goes into effect Jan. 19.
Ohio State Sen. Theresa Gavarone (R – District 2) said it’s an extension of the Communication Disability Law, which has been in place since 2018…