This letter amends Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) rules 5101:2-7-15 and 5101:2-9-32. These changes will be effective February 1, 2010, and are a result of the passage of Sub. H.B. 320 of the 127th General Assembly.

The following is a brief explanation of the changes.

OAC 5101:2-7-15, "Transportation." New language was added requiring children of a certain age and height to be secured in a booster seat. Also, new language was added requiring that a person operating a vehicle must have a signed affidavit by a licensed professional if a child has a physical impairment that makes it impossible for that child to use a booster seat or restraint system.

OAC 5101:2-9-32, "Transportation." New language was added requiring children of a certain age and height to be secured in a booster seat. Also, new language was added requiring that a person operating a vehicle must have a signed affidavit by a licensed professional if a child has a physical impairment that makes it impossible for that child to use a booster seat or a restraint system.

INSTRUCTIONS: The following chart identifies the material that needs to be removed from the Family, Children and Adult Services Manual (FCASM), and the material that should be added.