Education

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 Yes ✓ Supports Education

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signed · Ohio · House Jan 19, 2026

HB 57: Regards school policies on administering overdose reversal drugs

HB 57 requires Ohio schools to establish written policies allowing trained staff to administer overdose reversal drugs (like naloxone) during opioid overdose emergencies. It directly affects school staff, administrators, and students by creating clear protocols for emergency response. Key provisions include mandating staff training on drug administration, specifying when and how the drugs may be used, and requiring documentation of each administration. The bill aims to enable swift, life-saving interventions in school settings without requiring individual prescriptions for each incident. These changes apply to all public and private schools operating within Ohio.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 57 strengthens K-12 schools by mandating policies and staff training for emergency overdose response, protecting students and staff within the educational environment.88% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 57 mandates policies for administering life-saving overdose reversal drugs, directly improving access to emergency health services and public health response within schools.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 57 improves workplace safety for school staff by mandating training and clear protocols for administering overdose reversal drugs, enhancing emergency response capabilities.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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 Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · Ohio · House Nov 18, 2025

HB 188: Create the Ohio Israel Trade and Innovation Partnership

HB 188 establishes the Ohio Israel Trade and Innovation Partnership, a state-funded initiative to strengthen economic ties between Ohio and Israel. It directly affects Ohio businesses, universities, and innovation hubs seeking collaboration opportunities with Israeli companies. The bill creates a dedicated partnership program under Ohio law and allocates state funding to support joint research, trade missions, and business development activities. This is a concrete policy change that formalizes a new state mechanism for international economic engagement.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 188 is a state-funded initiative that allocates state funding for a new partnership, directly affecting state budgets and government spending.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill directly affects Ohio universities by supporting collaboration opportunities and joint research, strengthening higher education's role in innovation.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHB 188 establishes and funds an 'Innovation Partnership' with Israel, supporting joint research and business development, which will advance the technology sector.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports 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 Yes ✓ Supports Education

passed · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 48: Modify tax deductions for 529 plan and ABLE account contributions

HB 48 modifies Ohio's income tax deductions for contributions to 529 college savings plans and ABLE accounts (for people with disabilities). It changes the deduction limits outlined in the Revised Code, affecting Ohio taxpayers who contribute to these accounts. The bill adjusts how much individuals can deduct from their state taxable income for these specific savings contributions. This directly impacts residents using these accounts for education or disability-related expenses. The change alters the state tax benefit structure for these financial tools without altering federal rules.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill modifies income tax deductions, directly impacting taxation and fiscal management. Such modifications often aim to provide tax relief or refine existing tax benefits.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 48 modifies tax deductions for 529 college savings plans. Changes to these deductions typically aim to incentivize saving for education, thereby expanding financial access to higher education.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill modifies tax deductions for ABLE accounts, which help people with disabilities save for expenses, including healthcare, without losing benefits. This supports financial planning for a population with significant healthcare needs.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 4, 2025

HB 127: Permit schools to withhold directory information

To amend sections 149.381, 149.43, and 3319.321 of the Revised Code to permit schools to withhold directory information and to remove directory information from the public record definition.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationGrants schools discretion to withhold directory information, enabling better protection of student privacy within the educational system.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill strengthens data privacy by allowing schools to withhold directory information and remove it from public records, directly protecting personal data.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 98: Establish the Community Connectors Workforce Program

House Bill 98 establishes the Community Connectors Workforce Program by enacting a new section in the Revised Code. This program is designed to support workforce development initiatives. The bill also includes a specific appropriation of funds to support the program's operation, directly affecting individuals and communities involved in workforce training and employment efforts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill includes a specific appropriation of funds, directly affecting state budget and government spending to fund a new program.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes and funds the Community Connectors Workforce Program, directly supporting workforce development and training, which are educational initiatives.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes and funds a 'Community Connectors Workforce Program' to support workforce development and employment efforts.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 95: Support members of Ohio Veterans Education Council

House Bill 95 proposes to provide state funding specifically for higher education institutions in Ohio. This appropriation is designated for institutions that are members of the Ohio Veterans Education Council. The bill aims to financially support these institutions in their work.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 95 proposes to provide state funding and an appropriation for higher education institutions, directly impacting state budgets and government spending.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill proposes state funding for higher education institutions, directly increasing financial support for the education sector.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHB 95 provides state funding to higher education institutions belonging to the Ohio Veterans Education Council, directly supporting initiatives for veterans' education.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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signed · Ohio · House Apr 21, 2025

HB 43: Waive minimum instructional hours for specified high school

HB 43 proposes to waive the required minimum instructional hours specifically for Ashtabula Lakeside High School. This measure is intended to provide flexibility to the school because its building is currently unusable. If passed, the bill would allow the high school to operate without meeting the standard instructional hour requirements for a specified period.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides flexibility to a high school with an unusable building, allowing it to continue providing education and protecting student access during a crisis.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education