Education

signed · Ohio · Senate Jul 7, 2026

SB 276: Ratify the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists

SB 276 ratifies the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists, enabling Ohio to join a multi-state agreement. This allows school psychologists licensed in Ohio to practice in other participating states without obtaining additional licenses. The key provision removes licensing barriers for these professionals, directly affecting school psychologists seeking to work across state lines within the compact. The bill implements this by enacting specific provisions in Ohio's Revised Code.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 276 supports education by removing licensing barriers for school psychologists, facilitating their ability to practice and provide essential services within schools across states.92% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareSB 276 removes licensing barriers for school psychologists, who provide mental health services, potentially improving access to these professionals within the healthcare sector.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentSB 276 removes licensing barriers for school psychologists, expanding their employment opportunities and professional mobility across state lines.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Education

passed · Ohio · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 326: Regards the Classic Learning Test entrance exam

House Bill 326 addresses the Classic Learning Test (CLT) entrance exam. The bill proposes to amend an existing section of the Revised Code and enact a new section, specifically defining how the CLT is regarded under state law. This legislation directly affects students who may take the CLT and educational institutions by establishing its role as an entrance exam.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill defines and establishes the role of the Classic Learning Test (CLT) as an entrance exam under state law, integrating an assessment tool into the education system.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Education

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passed · Ohio · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 485: Enact the Baby Olivia Act

HB 485, titled the Baby Olivia Act, requires Ohio public schools to include human growth and development instruction within health education courses. This policy change directly affects K-12 students and school districts by mandating specific curriculum content. The bill amends several education-related sections of the Revised Code and adds new Section 3313.6034 to implement this requirement. The key provision is the inclusion of age-appropriate human growth and development education as part of standard health curriculum.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 485 requires Ohio public schools to include specific human growth and development instruction, thereby expanding and strengthening the mandated curriculum within health education.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates human growth and development instruction in health education, strengthening public health literacy and promoting preventative health knowledge.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Education

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passed · Ohio · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 88: Regards drug trafficking, human trafficking, and fentanyl

HB 88 increases penalties for drug trafficking above specific quantities and prohibits organized human trafficking. It requires all Ohio schools and colleges to implement fentanyl awareness education and prevention policies. The bill also designates August as "Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month" to promote public education. These provisions directly affect drug traffickers, educational institutions, and the general public through heightened penalties and prevention efforts. The law amends multiple sections of the Ohio Revised Code to enact these specific policy changes.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill increases penalties for drug trafficking and prohibits organized human trafficking, aligning with expanding criminalization and increasing mandatory sentences.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates fentanyl awareness education and prevention policies in all Ohio schools and colleges, and promotes public education through 'Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month'.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates fentanyl awareness education and prevention policies in schools and designates a public awareness month, directly supporting public health programs.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Education

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passed · Ohio · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 486: Enact the Charlie Kirk American Heritage Act

HB 486, the Charlie Kirk American Heritage Act, changes Ohio state education laws to allow teachers in public schools and state colleges to teach about Christianity's influence on U.S. history and culture. It amends specific sections of the Revised Code to explicitly permit this curriculum content in classrooms. The bill directly affects public school educators and faculty at state universities by expanding allowable teaching topics. This policy change modifies current restrictions on classroom instruction regarding religious influences in historical and cultural contexts.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 486 expands allowable teaching topics for educators in public schools and state colleges, explicitly permitting new curriculum content.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Education

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vetoed · Ohio · Senate Dec 3, 2025

SB 50: Regards age and schooling certificates, minor work hours

SB 50 amends Ohio law to update requirements for minors under sixteen working. It changes the rules for age verification, schooling certificates, and maximum work hours for young workers. The bill directly affects employers hiring minors and the minors themselves, requiring updated documentation and limiting work time. These changes aim to clarify and strengthen protections for young workers while ensuring compliance with educational obligations.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill updates minor work rules, including schooling certificates and work hour limits, explicitly aiming to ensure compliance with educational obligations for young workers.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentSB 50 aims to 'clarify and strengthen protections for young workers' and 'limit work time' for minors, directly advancing worker protections within Labor & Employment.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Education

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signed · Ohio · Senate Jun 27, 2025

SB 1: Enact Advance Ohio Higher Education Act

To amend sections 3335.02, 3335.09, 3337.01, 3339.01, 3341.02, 3343.02, 3344.01, 3345.45, 3350.10, 3352.01, 3356.01, 3359.01, 3361.01, 3362.01, 3364.01, 4117.14, and 4117.15; to enact new section 3333.045 and sections 3345.029, 3345.0216, 3345.0217, 3345.0218, 3345.0219, 3345.382, 3345.451, 3345.452, 3345.453, 3345.454, 3345.455, 3345.456, 3345.591, 3345.80, and 3345.88; and to repeal section 3333.045 of the Revised Code to enact the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act regarding the operation of state institutions of higher education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill's title, "Enact Advance Ohio Higher Education Act," explicitly states its intent to advance higher education, directly aligning with a supportive stance for the Education topic.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Education