‘Every Ohioan deserves to feel safe when they go out.’ Ohio bill is trying to reduce drink spiking

By: Megan Henry

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: May 20, 2026

Words: 663

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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A bipartisan bill would require Ohio bars and restaurants to have drink testing devices for date rape drugs.

Ohio Senators Bill Blessing, R-Colerain Township, and Bill DeMora, D-Columbus, introduced Ohio Senate Bill 348 earlier this year and gave sponsor testimony last week in the Ohio Senate Small Business and Economic Opportunity Committee.

“This legislation is vital towards creating common-sense safety measures to ensure that Ohio’s nightlife and hospitality industry is safe for …

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