April 3rd, 2024-COLUMBUS, Ohio-A bill proposed in the Ohio Statehouse aims to expand child support laws to assist families in supporting adults with disabilities. Currently, Ohio lacks uniform legislation requiring courts to consider child support for “adult disabled children,” those disabled before turning 18.
The bill seeks to rectify this inconsistency, ensuring that courts statewide can consider child support requests for such individuals. Advocates argue that this change would provide equal support opportunities across Ohio. However, the lack of uniformity currently leads to disparities in court rulings, with some areas, like Franklin County, not considering such cases.
