Coverage dated July 14, 2026

Ohio governor signs bill requiring drivers to identify themselves at traffic stops

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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Gov. Mike DeWine recently signed a bill that will crack down on drivers who refuse to provide basic identifying information during traffic stops. DeWine signed House Bill 492, sponsored by Reps. Sharon Ray (R-Wadsworth) and Cindy Abrams (R-Harrison), on July 7.

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    Ohio governor signs bill requiring drivers to identify themselves at traffic stops (opens FOX 8 Cleveland)

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    COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Gov. Mike DeWine recently signed a bill that will crack down on drivers who refuse to provide basic identifying information during traffic stops. DeWine signed House Bill 492, sponsored by Reps. Sharon Ray (R-Wadsworth) and Cindy Abrams (R-Harrison), on July 7.

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