Education

passed · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2026

HB 319: Enact the Clinical Teaching Subsidy Reform Act

To enact section 3333.89 of the Revised Code to enact the Clinical Teaching Subsidy Reform Act regarding the state university clinical teaching subsidy.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill enacts a reform act for a state university clinical teaching subsidy, directly involving state appropriations and spending, and is categorized under 'Finance and Appropriations.'90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill concerns a 'Clinical Teaching Subsidy Reform Act' for state universities, directly impacting teacher training and higher education, which supports educators and educational access.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill reforms a subsidy for 'clinical teaching' at state universities. This term often refers to practical training for healthcare professionals, indirectly supporting their education.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 15, 2025

HB 513: Let certain entities apply Prevailing Wage to public projects

To amend sections 164.07, 307.022, 307.671, 307.673, 307.674, 307.696, 308.21, 351.06, 353.03, 1506.44, 1710.02, 4115.03, 4115.034, 4115.04, 4115.06, 5540.03, 6117.012, and 6121.061 of the Revised Code to allow political subdivisions, special districts, and state institutions of higher education to elect to apply the Prevailing Wage Law to public improvement projects and to increase the threshold amount that triggers application of the Law for certain state public improvements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill increases the threshold for prevailing wage application on state public improvements, which can lead to reduced project costs and promote fiscal responsibility.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllows state institutions of higher education to elect to apply Prevailing Wage to public improvement projects, supporting the quality of educational infrastructure.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill allows more entities to elect to apply the Prevailing Wage Law to public projects, strengthening wage standards for workers.88% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Minimum Wage Public Employees

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 26, 2025

HB 117: Enact The Pledge of Allegiance Act

To amend sections 3313.602, 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3313.6031 of the Revised Code to enact The Pledge of Allegiance Act to require the Pledge of Allegiance in schools.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill mandates the Pledge of Allegiance in schools, restricting school autonomy and curriculum freedom by requiring a specific daily activity.85% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 165: Regards implicit bias training for licensed educators

To amend sections 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3319.2214 of the Revised Code regarding implicit bias training for licensed educators and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation,' directly involving government spending and fiscal management to fund educator training.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates implicit bias training for licensed educators, which supports teacher development and potentially enhances educational quality, with an appropriation for funding.88% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 431: Regards human trafficking screening in public schools

To amend sections 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3313.675 of the Revised Code regarding human trafficking screening in public schools and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation,' directly affecting government spending and fiscal management by allocating funds for human trafficking screening.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill implements human trafficking screening in public schools, a preventative measure against a serious crime, supporting law enforcement and victim protection.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates human trafficking screening in public schools to protect students and enhance the educational environment, including an appropriation.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill mandates human trafficking screening in schools, a public health measure that identifies victims likely requiring health and mental health services.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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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

Sub-Topics Higher Education

in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 47: Require certain disclosures of for-profit school, college status

To amend sections 3332.031, 3333.046, 4709.05, and 4713.07 and to enact section 3314.033 of the Revised Code to require disclosure of the for-profit status of community school operators and post-secondary educational institutions on various promotional materials and contracts for employment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill SB 47 promotes transparency for students and employees by requiring disclosure of for-profit status, strengthening consumer protection within the education sector.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentSB 47 requires disclosure of for-profit status on employment contracts, providing employees with more information, which enhances transparency and can be seen as a worker protection.80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill requires disclosure of for-profit school status, indirectly protecting veterans using educational benefits from potential predatory practices by increasing transparency.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 93: Create new school financing system with state property, sales tax

To declare the General Assembly's intent to establish a new school financing system that provides a statewide per-pupil funding payment to public and chartered nonpublic schools based on a single statewide property tax and increased state sales tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly establishes a new school financing system funded by a statewide property tax and increased state sales tax, directly advancing taxation and state spending within the budget.100% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill establishes a new statewide financing system to provide per-pupil funding to public and nonpublic schools, directly supporting education funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax State Budget K-12 Education School Choice School Funding

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in committee · Ohio · House Oct 8, 2025

HCR 25: Encourage study of Declaration of Independence during U.S. 250th

To encourage students in grades one through twelve to read, study, and discuss 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 study the Declaration of Independence, enhancing curriculum and student programs within education.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 19, 2025

SB 109: Provide no-cost breakfast and lunch to students

To amend sections 3301.91 and 3313.819 of the Revised Code to provide breakfast and lunch at no cost to public and chartered nonpublic school students, and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will "make an appropriation" to fund a no-cost meal program, directly impacting state budgets and increasing government spending on public services. ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill provides no-cost breakfast and lunch to students, directly supporting student well-being and removing barriers to educational access within K-12 schools.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProviding no-cost meals to students can significantly improve child nutrition and reduce food insecurity, which are key components of public health programs and student well-being.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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