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Story summary
- Ohio lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 348, which requires bars and restaurants to offer date rape drug testing devices at no cost or wholesale prices.
- The bill addresses the high incidence of drink spiking, with 90% of incidents unreported, especially among college-aged individuals, where 1 in 13 suspect drugging.
- Co-sponsors State Senator Bill DeMora and Senator Louis Blessing III highlight the need for enhanced safety resources.
- The bill mandates that testing devices be manufactured in the U.S. and deliver results within five minutes.
- Senate Bill 348 is currently awaiting committee referral.
