Emergency responders could report those who don't yield

COLUMBUS — Emergency responders could report other drivers who fail to properly yield to their flashing lights and sirens, under legislation being considered in the Ohio Senate.

SB 123 is similar to legislation offered in past general assemblies to provide a way to penalize those who obstruct fire trucks and ambulances en route to emergency scenes.

“I believe it is important to ensure that emergency personnel have a clear and direct path by which to quickly and safely travel to ultimately save the lives of those in danger while helping to make our roadways safer,” Sen. Jim Hughes, R-Columbus, primary sponsor of the proposed law changes, told the Senate’s State and Local Government Committee today.