Ohio SB179 mandates verification of veteran status for imprisoned individuals.
Ohio SB179 requires various institutions and entities to verify the veteran status of individuals in their care or custody. These include jails, courts, and county veteran service commissions. The bill mandates training for designated individuals to use the veteran's reentry search service from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Institutions must note a veteran's status on appropriate records and assist them in accessing veteran-related services.
Included in complete analysis
- Overview
- Core Provisions
- Implementation
- Impact
- Legal Framework
- Critical Issues
See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.