Senate Passes Romanchuk Bill Supporting Individuals with Disabilities

COLUMBUS—The Ohio Senate passed legislation sponsored by State Senator Mark Romanchuk (R-Ontario) and State Senator Vernon Sykes (D-Akron) that will provide Ohio families with a tool to support their disabled children. Senate Bill 176 will allow courts to issue, update, or extend child support orders for people over 18-years-old who have a disability.  

"It is essential for children and adults with disabilities to receive family support for their overall well-being," Romanchuk said. "This simple update will give families the ability to continue their loving care of their children and help countless Ohioans receive the care they may need throughout their entire lives."

645,000 Ohio children have at least one type of disability, and 22.2% of all of Ohio's kids have an intellectual or developmental disability. 34.5% of children in the Buckeye State require specialized health care. 

Senate Bill 176 now goes to the Ohio House for consideration.