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passed · Ohio · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 454: Honoring Rick Turner as the 2026 SkillsUSA Ohio Superintendent of the Year.

This bill formally recognizes Rick Turner as the 2026 SkillsUSA Ohio Superintendent of the Year for his work at Vantage Career Center. The resolution praises his leadership in supporting students and teachers who have excelled in SkillsUSA competitions and highlights his dedication to educational excellence throughout his career. As a procedural measure, the House of Representatives commends Turner and directs the Clerk to send an official copy of the resolution to him.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors a career center leader for supporting students and teachers, indicating positive recognition of educational excellence.85% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 944: Require juvenile facility develop health care, education policies

To enact section 5139.15 of the Revised Code to require juvenile facilities to develop health care and education policies and make those policies available to the public on the facility's web site.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates juvenile facilities to develop and publish health and education policies, enhancing oversight and rehabilitation programs to reduce recidivism.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates juvenile facilities develop and publish education policies, ensuring educational access for incarcerated minors.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates juvenile facilities to develop and publish health care policies, improving transparency and access to care for patients.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Juvenile Justice

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in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HB 848: Designate September as Celebrate HBCU Month

HB 848 designates the month of September as "Celebrate HBCU Month" to honor historically black colleges and universities. The bill achieves this by adding a new section to the state's Revised Code, which officially recognizes the period for celebration. This legislative action directly affects state records and official designations but does not create new funding or change existing laws. It is a symbolic measure intended to highlight the significance of HBCUs during September.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors HBCUs, enhancing educational access and recognition for historically Black institutions.85% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 875: Prohibit for-profit operators of community schools

To amend sections 3314.01, 3314.02, and 3314.032 and to enact section 3314.0111 of the Revised Code to prohibit for-profit operators of community schools.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProhibiting for-profit operators protects public education from commercial exploitation, ensuring schools remain focused on student welfare rather than profit.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Choice

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in committee · Ohio · House May 13, 2026

HB 859: Prohibit civil immigration-related arrests in certain locations

This bill prohibits law enforcement from making civil immigration-related arrests at specific locations such as schools, places of worship, healthcare facilities, and courthouses. The law aims to protect individuals from being detained solely based on their citizenship or immigration status while they are on the premises of these designated sites. However, the provision does not stop arrests if a judge has issued a valid criminal warrant for the person. By restricting where civil immigration arrests can occur, the bill seeks to create safe zones for vulnerable populations and essential community services.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBy prohibiting immigration arrests in schools, the bill protects students and staff from detention, fostering a safe and inclusive educational environment.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects healthcare facilities from civil immigration arrests, ensuring safe access to medical services without fear of detention.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill protects immigrants from civil immigration arrests at sensitive locations, limiting state cooperation with federal enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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passed · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HR 440: Honoring the Ashland FFA floriculture team as the 2026 Ohio Floriculture Career Development Event Champion.

This bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally recognizes the Ashland FFA floriculture team as the 2026 Ohio Floriculture Career Development Event Champion. It acknowledges the team's first-place performance and praises their dedication under the guidance of their coach, Mary Cox. The House of Representatives will send an official copy of this commendation to the team members.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors a student achievement in a career development event, recognizing and validating educational programs and student success.85% confidence

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passed · Ohio · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SR 344: Honoring the Ridgewood High School AI for Youth team on winning the 2026 Ohio Presidential AI Challenge.

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates the Ridgewood High School AI for Youth team for winning the 2026 Ohio Presidential AI Challenge. The measure recognizes the students' project, "Reading Reimagined," which uses artificial intelligence to help students improve their literacy skills. It expresses praise for the team's hard work and encourages them to continue striving for excellence in their future endeavors. Additionally, the resolution directs the Senate Clerk to send an official copy of the document to the students and their instructors.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill recognizes and encourages student innovation in literacy using AI, enhancing educational programs and student achievement.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill honors a student team using AI for literacy, promoting beneficial technology applications in education.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 868: Regards high school instruction on peace officer interactions

To amend sections 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3313.6034 of the Revised Code regarding high school instruction on proper in-person interactions with peace officers.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates high school instruction on interactions with peace officers, enhancing public understanding and promoting police accountability.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates high school instruction on interactions with peace officers, enhancing student safety education and curriculum.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement K-12 Education School Safety

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in committee · Ohio · House May 20, 2026

HB 880: Reimburse teacher stipends for science of reading education

HB 880 allocates $1,105,400 from the state treasury to reimburse school districts, community schools, and STEM schools for stipends paid to teachers. This funding is specifically intended to cover costs associated with professional development in the science of reading and evidence-based literacy instruction. The money will be transferred to the Literacy Improvement Fund to ensure these educational programs can continue without financial burden on local schools.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $1.1M from state treasury to fund teacher stipends for literacy education, directly increasing public service funding.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates funding to reimburse teachers for professional development in literacy instruction, directly supporting educators and enhancing student education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations School Funding Teachers

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passed · Ohio · Senate Apr 9, 2026

SR 324: Recognizing the Month of the Military Child in Ohio, April 2026.

This bill formally recognizes April 2026 as the Month of the Military Child in Ohio to honor the resilience of children with parents serving in the armed forces. It highlights the unique challenges these students face, such as frequent school transitions due to military reassignments and deployments. The resolution also commits the state to supporting these families by facilitating smoother educational experiences. Finally, the Senate Clerk is instructed to send copies of this recognition to Ohio news media.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill aims to improve educational experiences for military children facing frequent transitions, enhancing student support programs.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill recognizes military children and commits to supporting their families, which directly benefits veterans by acknowledging their service and aiding family stability.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Military Families

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