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HB 155 Ohio House · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

Prohibit diversity, equity, and inclusion in public schools

Summary
To amend sections 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3313.475 of the Revised Code to prohibit diversity, equity, and inclusion in public schools.
Issues: ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill explicitly prohibits diversity, equity, and inclusion policies in public schools, restricting educational content and policy.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill prohibits DEI in public schools. While not explicitly targeting immigrants, DEI initiatives often support diverse student populations, including immigrants. Prohibiting DEI could indirectly weaken support for immigrant integration and inclusi...65% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentProhibiting DEI in public schools limits employment standards and may weaken protections related to equitable and inclusive workplace environments for school employees.75% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 6, 2025 Last action Mar 19, 2025
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Mar 19, 2025
Committee
Referred to committee
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Mar 6, 2025
Introduced
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2 primary · 6 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Photo of Beth Lear
Beth Lear
RRepublican
OH
61
P
Photo of Josh Williams
Josh Williams
RRepublican
OH
44
Co
Photo of Diane Mullins
Diane Mullins
RRepublican
OH
47
Co
Photo of Gary Click
Gary Click
RRepublican
OH
88
Co
Photo of Heidi Workman
Heidi Workman
RRepublican
OH
72
Co
Photo of Jennifer Gross
Jennifer Gross
RRepublican
OH
45
Co
Photo of Riordan McClain
Riordan McClain
RRepublican
OH
87
Co
Photo of Thomas Hall
Thomas Hall
RRepublican
OH
46