Education (K-12 Education)

in committee · Ohio · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 304: Permit certain activities fulfill PE requirement; require recess

To amend sections 3313.48, 3313.603, 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3313.6025 of the Revised Code to permit students to use club sports or other athletic activity to fulfill the high school physical education requirement and to require recess time for K-8 students.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enhances student well-being and flexibility by requiring K-8 recess and expanding options for high school PE requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Safety Student Health

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 5, 2025

HB 145: Regards the minimum number of hours in a school year

HB 145 sets minimum annual instructional hour requirements for Ohio schools. It requires nonchartered nonpublic (private) schools to meet specific hour standards (458 hours for kindergarten, 963 for grades 1-6, 1,154 for grades 7-12) and certify compliance annually to parents and the education department. Public school districts must maintain or increase instructional hours year-over-year without board approval, and must consider joint vocational school scheduling needs before changing calendars. The bill also mandates curriculum standards for private schools and prohibits them from receiving transportation or administrative reimbursements. These changes directly affect private school operators, public school boards, and parents reporting student enrollment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 145 sets minimum instructional hour requirements for private schools and mandates public schools maintain or increase instructional hours, strengthening educational standards.88% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 1, 2025

SB 272: Regards civics assessment in lieu of American govt course exam

SB 272 amends Ohio Revised Code section 3301.0712 to allow high school students to complete a civics assessment instead of taking the American government end-of-course exam. This change directly affects Ohio public high school students required to fulfill graduation requirements in American government. The bill establishes a new assessment option focused on civic education, replacing the specific exam requirement while maintaining the need for students to demonstrate understanding of government concepts. The policy update modifies existing code to provide this alternative pathway for meeting graduation standards.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 272 establishes a new assessment option for civics, offering flexibility for students to meet graduation requirements while maintaining educational standards.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education Testing & Assessment

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passed · Ohio · Senate Jun 16, 2026

SB 326: Require students complete a high school computer science course

To amend sections 3313.603, 3314.03, 3326.15, and 3328.22 and to enact sections 3313.6034 and 3313.6035 of the Revised Code to require school districts to offer, and students to complete, at least one high school computer science course.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 326 enhances educational programs by requiring all students to complete a high school computer science course and mandating schools offer it.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologySB 326 requires high school students to complete a computer science course, directly advancing and strengthening education in technology.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Curriculum K-12 Education

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passed both · Ohio · House Feb 11, 2026

HCR 22: Encourage students to read the U.S. Declaration of Independence

To encourage students in grades one through twelve to read the U.S. Declaration of Independence in the classroom during the 2025-2026 school year in celebration of its 250th anniversary.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill encourages K-12 students to read a historical document in class, enhancing civic education within the curriculum.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education Libraries

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passed · Ohio · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 328: Regards Education and Workforce Return on Investment Initiative

To amend sections 3313.603, 3313.6020, 3313.617, 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24; to enact sections 3301.0733, 3301.14, 3301.141, 3301.142, 3313.6034, and 3313.6115; and to repeal section 3313.607 of the Revised Code regarding the Education and Workforce Return on Investment Initiative, a middle school career exploration course requirement, and student academic and career plans.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill establishes an 'Education and Workforce Return on Investment Initiative,' a middle school career exploration course, and student academic and career plans, indicating an expansion and enhancement of educational programs.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes a 'Workforce Return on Investment Initiative' and career exploration, aiming to advance future employment standards and prepare individuals for the labor market.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education K-12 Education

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in committee · Ohio · House Nov 19, 2025

HB 594: Require students complete a high school computer science course

To amend sections 3313.603, 3314.03, 3326.15, and 3328.22 and to enact sections 3313.6034 and 3313.6035 of the Revised Code to require school districts to offer, and students to complete, at least one high school computer science course.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 594 mandates school districts to offer and students to complete a high school computer science course, enhancing the curriculum and student programs within education.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyHB 594 mandates computer science courses for high school students, directly advancing and strengthening education and literacy in technology.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Curriculum K-12 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

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 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

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 610: Dissolve existing academic distress commissions and repeal law

HB 610 dissolves all existing academic distress commissions overseeing struggling school districts. It repeals the law that allowed for the creation of new commissions, ending the process of designating schools for this oversight. The bill directly affects school districts previously placed under academic distress, removing a state-level intervention mechanism. This change takes effect immediately as the bill declares an emergency.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill removes state-level academic distress commissions, which typically exert control over struggling districts. This change likely aims to restore local control, potentially strengthening school autonomy.75% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Safety

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