Columbus, OH – Rea S. Hederman Jr., executive director of the Economic Research Center at The Buckeye Institute and vice president of policy, commented on the Ohio Senate passing House Bill 122, which will permanently expand access to telehealth for all Ohioans.

“Today the Ohio Senate has made an important step to bring better health care to Ohioans by passing House Bill 122 and improving access to telehealth. By making permanent these Buckeye Institute-championed policies, more Ohioans will be able to access the doctors and health care professionals they need. During the pandemic, Ohioans have increased their use of telehealth services and businesses are ready to invest more in telehealth. Most importantly, these policies will help Ohioans get the care they need when they need it.”

# # #