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This bill requires employers to report suspected sexual assault involving minor employees by amending existing Ohio law. Specifically, the bill mandates that employers who know or reasonably suspect sexual assault of a child under 18 or a person under 21 with a developmental disability must report such information within 48 hours to the public children services agency or a peace officer in the county where the child resides. To support this requirement, the bill directs the director of job and family services to create a one-hour virtual training program to help employers recognize and report sexual assault, including information about penalties for failing to report. The bill defines an employer broadly to include any person with employees, state agencies, political subdivisions, and other entities. Employers who fail to provide the required training to new employees or fail to report suspected sexual assault can be charged with a fourth-degree misdemeanor. The legislation aims to enhance child protection by ensuring prompt reporting of potential sexual abuse and providing employers with tools to recognize and address such situations.

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https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb323