Education

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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in committee · Ohio · Senate Nov 18, 2025

SB 322: Dissolve academic distress comms; require student support teams

To amend sections 133.06, 3302.036, 3302.042, 3302.16, 3302.17, 3310.03, 3311.29, and 3314.102; to enact new section 3302.10; and to repeal sections 3302.10, 3302.103, 3302.11, 3302.111, and 3302.12 of the Revised Code and to repeal Sections 4, 5, and 6 of H.B. 70 of the 131st General Assembly to dissolve academic distress commissions and to instead require student support teams for certain low-performing school buildings.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill replaces academic distress commissions with student support teams for low-performing schools, indicating a shift towards strengthening support for struggling educational institutions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health

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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Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill encourages K-12 students to read a historical document in class, enhancing civic education within the curriculum.75% confidence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 · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 326: Regards the Classic Learning Test entrance exam

House Bill 326 addresses the Classic Learning Test (CLT) entrance exam. The bill proposes to amend an existing section of the Revised Code and enact a new section, specifically defining how the CLT is regarded under state law. This legislation directly affects students who may take the CLT and educational institutions by establishing its role as an entrance exam.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill defines and establishes the role of the Classic Learning Test (CLT) as an entrance exam under state law, integrating an assessment tool into the education system.85% confidence

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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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signed · Ohio · House Aug 26, 2026

HB 462: Regards student use of a nasal epinephrine delivery device

HB 462 updates Ohio school health policies to allow schools to stock and administer nasal epinephrine devices for students with severe allergies without requiring a separate prescription for each student. It directly affects students with life-threatening allergies, school nurses, and staff who may need to respond to allergic reactions. The key provision removes the requirement for individual prescriptions per student, enabling schools to maintain a stock of the device for immediate use in emergencies. This change streamlines access to critical treatment during allergic reactions at school. The bill amends existing sections of Ohio's Revised Code governing school health procedures.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 462 enhances student safety and well-being within schools by enabling immediate response to severe allergies, thereby protecting the educational environment.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 462 improves patient access to immediate, life-saving health services (nasal epinephrine) for students with severe allergies by streamlining school administration protocols.92% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health

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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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

signed · Ohio · House Mar 20, 2026

HB 129: Limit ability to reallocate certain school property tax millage

To amend sections 319.301 and 5705.314 of the Revised Code to limit the ability of school districts to reallocate unvoted property tax millage and to include certain property and school district income taxes in the calculation of a school district's effective millage floor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 129 directly amends how school property and income taxes are calculated and reallocated, promoting fiscal responsibility in managing tax revenue for schools.90% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationThe bill limits school districts' ability to reallocate certain property tax millage, thereby restricting their financial flexibility in managing educational funds.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax School Funding

passed · Ohio · Senate May 20, 2026

SB 290: Require school building to have an exterior secure master key box

To amend sections 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3313.475 of the Revised Code and to amend Section 221.20 of H.B. 96 of the 136th General Assembly to require public and chartered nonpublic schools to purchase and install an exterior secure master key box on each school building.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill SB 290 mandates the installation of secure master key boxes in school buildings, which improves school infrastructure and safety within K-12 education.90% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety

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