Education

signed · Ohio · House Jul 10, 2026

HB 455: Regards the operation of public schools and the DEW

HB 455 is a procedural bill that amends and repeals numerous outdated sections of Ohio's education law related to public school operations and the Department of Education and Workforce. It streamlines the legal code by removing obsolete provisions without changing current school practices or creating new requirements. This bill directly affects all public schools and the Department of Education and Workforce across Ohio by updating the statutory framework governing their operations. The summary focuses solely on the procedural nature of the changes, as no substantive policy shifts are described in the abstract.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 455 streamlines Ohio's education law by removing obsolete provisions, which improves the statutory framework for public school operations and the Department of Education and Workforce.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes 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 · Senate May 20, 2026

SB 156: Regards the success sequence curriculum

SB 156 proposes to establish a "success sequence curriculum" by enacting new sections of the Revised Code, specifically 3301.0717 and 3313.6025. This bill would introduce new educational provisions, likely affecting public schools and their students. The provided abstract does not detail the specific content or requirements of this curriculum.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill proposes to establish a new 'success sequence curriculum' and introduce new educational provisions, indicating an active measure within the education system.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Education

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passed · Ohio · Senate Mar 18, 2026

SB 87: Define antisemitism; expand the offense of ethnic intimidation

To amend sections 2927.12 and 4112.01 and to enact section 4112.20 of the Revised Code to define antisemitism for the purpose of investigations and proceedings by state agencies and to expand the offense of ethnic intimidation to include the offenses of riot and aggravated riot committed by reason of the race, color, religion, or national origin of another person or group of persons.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill strengthens the criminal justice system's ability to address hate crimes by defining antisemitism and expanding the offense of ethnic intimidation.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill defines antisemitism and expands ethnic intimidation offenses, providing a protective legal framework relevant to educational institutions and their communities.80% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill expands ethnic intimidation to include offenses based on national origin, which offers protection to immigrants from hate crimes.65% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill defines antisemitism for state agency investigations and amends sections related to civil rights (4112.01), which often include employment discrimination protections, indirectly strengthening workers' rights against discrimination.60% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Education

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passed · Ohio · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 34: Enact the Historical Educational Displays Act

SB 34 requires Ohio public schools to display certain historical documents in designated areas, directly affecting all K-12 public schools statewide. The bill amends specific sections of Ohio's education code to establish this requirement, mandating that schools display documents such as the U.S. Constitution and Declaration of Independence. Key provisions specify that displays must be permanent, visible to students, and include educational materials explaining the documents' significance. This policy change alters school curriculum practices by formally integrating these historical documents into public school environments.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 34 mandates educational displays of historical documents in K-12 schools, including materials explaining their significance, thereby enhancing civic education.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes 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 No ✗ Opposes 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 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