SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - Legislation designed to notify Ohioans when a felon escapes custody is on its way to the governor’s desk to be signed into law.

On Thursday, the House of Representatives approved a small change to the bill before it goes to Governor Mike DeWine.

Last week, the Ohio Senate voted to approve House Bill 23, also known as ECAP, “ The Escaped Convict Alert Program ”.

“House Bill 23 reflects a commitment to proactive safety measures, accountability and the well-being of our communities,” said Senator Casey Weinstein (D) from Hudson.

Last fall, 19 Investigates aired a series of reports that prompted Representative Bill Roemer (R) to introduce the bill.

“I started watching news stories, especially on Channel 19 in Cleveland, and Mike Mason the repor

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