OH SB157

Authorizes the Department of Transportation to place warning signs on state highways notifying of deaf or blind children upon request by local authorities, if deemed necessary for public safety.

Requires the Director of Transportation to establish guidelines and procedures for sign placement, including requirements for medical verification of disability and proof of child's residence near the highway.

Mandates that local authorities establish programs allowing parents or guardians of deaf or blind children to request warning signs on streets and highways under their jurisdiction.

Requires local authorities to implement a process where traffic or engineering personnel approve or disapprove sign placement based on public safety considerations and provide written explanations for denials.

Permits local authorities to require medical verification of disability and written notification from parents or guardians when the family moves, the child no longer lives at home, the disability improves, or the child reaches an age indicating personal safety awareness.