Editor’s note: This editorial has been corrected about the length of the existing statute of limitations.

Politicians in Columbus may not agree on much these days, but this week they were united in their desire to help victimized former Boy Scouts get the justice they deserve.

Ohio state senators unanimously passed legislation that voids the state’s civil statute of limitations in bankruptcy cases in an effort to ensure Ohio victims of Boy Scouts abuse get more compensation.

The organization filed for bankruptcy back in 2020, after thousands upon thousands of men across the country brought forth claims they had been sexually abused by their Scout leaders.

In the Buckeye State alone, 2,000 claims have been filed. The bill voids the existing cutoff of 12 years after the victim turns 18 for claims, ensuring any victim filing a claim receives all of the money owed through a settlement.

“Nearly 2,000 survivors of childhood sexual abuse are one step closer to justice today,” Rep. Jessica Miranda, D-28th District, said Wednesday. “I see this as the first step towards meaningful statute of limitations reform.”

A very similar bill already has passed the House, so it seems as though the version passed by the state Senate should have no trouble making it to Gov. Mike DeWine’s desk.

Miranda is right. This united front should serve as a starting point for examining statutes of limitations, particularly in cases of childhood abuse.

In the meantime, our elected officials are to be commended for, at least on this point, doing exactly the right thing.