On January 3rd, 2023 Ohio Governor Mike Dewine signed Senate Bill 288 (“SB 288”) into law. One important provision of this bill is to strengthen the existing "Driving while Texting" law under section 4511.204 of the Ohio Revised Code. Specifically, the use of cell phones or other electronic devices while driving. The law took effect on April 4, 2023, with a six-month interim period.