Bill > HB367

This bill revises Ohio law to establish detailed requirements for dedicated organ recovery vehicles, which are now defined as vehicles specifically contracted with an organ procurement organization, clearly labeled as "organ recovery vehicle," used to transport human organs, and operated by drivers who have completed an approved emergency vehicle operations course and have at least three years of experience using emergency lights and sirens. The bill amends multiple sections of the Ohio Revised Code to include dedicated organ recovery vehicles in provisions related to traffic regulations, such as requiring other drivers to yield right-of-way when these vehicles are using flashing lights and sirens, and allowing these vehicles to use flashing lights and potentially sirens when transporting human organs. The changes give dedicated organ recovery vehicles similar operational privileges to emergency vehicles, recognizing the time-sensitive nature of organ transportation, while still requiring drivers to maintain safety and use warning signals responsibly. The bill aims to provide clear legal framework and operational guidelines for vehicles specifically dedicated to transporting human organs, ensuring they can navigate traffic efficiently during critical medical transportation.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb367