Ohio Representative proposes bill to require bike helmets for children
Ohio Democratic State Representative Michael Skindell was in a bicycle accident in August, suffered a broken collarbone and ruptured spleen, but credits his helmet for saving him from a more serious traumatic brain injury. The state lawmaker says he wants Ohio to require bike helmets for all children. Skindell’s proposed bill would fine parents $25 if their children are found to ride without a helmet. Low-income families would benefit by being provided helmets from proceeds of the fine. Twenty other states and Washington D.C. already have similar laws in place requiring children to wear bike helmets.
