Education

passed · Ohio · House Jun 4, 2025

HB 127: Permit schools to withhold directory information

To amend sections 149.381, 149.43, and 3319.321 of the Revised Code to permit schools to withhold directory information and to remove directory information from the public record definition.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationGrants schools discretion to withhold directory information, enabling better protection of student privacy within the educational system.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill strengthens data privacy by allowing schools to withhold directory information and remove it from public records, directly protecting personal data.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 2: Establish the Child Care Cred Program

House Bill 2 establishes the Child Care Cred Program by enacting a new section of the Revised Code. The bill also includes an appropriation to fund this program. The provided abstract does not detail the specific mechanisms of the program or who it directly affects beyond the general scope of child care.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly includes an appropriation to fund a new program, directly affecting state budgets and government spending.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill establishes and funds a child care program, which supports early childhood development and can enhance educational readiness and access.65% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareHB 2 establishes and funds a child care program under 'Health and Human Services,' which indirectly supports public health and family well-being.65% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentHB 2 establishes and funds a Child Care Cred Program, with 'Employment' listed as a subject. Child care programs typically support employment by removing barriers for workers.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 41: Establish certain child care grant programs

HB 41 establishes new grant programs aimed at supporting child care services. These programs will provide funding to child care providers, specifically to help increase child care capacity and create "learning labs." The bill also includes an appropriation to fund these new grant initiatives.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill includes specific appropriation to fund new child care grant programs, directly increasing public service funding under state budget.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill funds the creation of 'learning labs' within child care programs, enhancing early educational opportunities and access for young children.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBy funding child care programs, HB 41 indirectly supports labor & employment by enabling parents to participate in the workforce.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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signed · Ohio · House Apr 21, 2025

HB 43: Waive minimum instructional hours for specified high school

HB 43 proposes to waive the required minimum instructional hours specifically for Ashtabula Lakeside High School. This measure is intended to provide flexibility to the school because its building is currently unusable. If passed, the bill would allow the high school to operate without meeting the standard instructional hour requirements for a specified period.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides flexibility to a high school with an unusable building, allowing it to continue providing education and protecting student access during a crisis.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

passed · Ohio · House Mar 26, 2025

HB 28: Eliminate the authority to levy replacement property tax levies

To amend sections 319.301, 319.302, 523.06, 1545.21, 3316.041, 3316.06, 3358.11, 3505.06, 5705.03, 5705.218, 5705.2111, 5705.221, 5705.233, 5705.261, and 5705.412 and to repeal section 5705.192 of the Revised Code to eliminate the authority to levy replacement property tax levies.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill explicitly eliminates the authority to levy replacement property tax levies, directly restricting government's revenue-generating capacity and fiscal tools.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationThe bill eliminates the authority for replacement property tax levies, a significant funding source for K-12 schools, potentially defunding or limiting their financial resources.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 28 eliminates the authority to levy replacement property tax levies, which could reduce property tax burdens for homeowners, thereby increasing housing affordability.82% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Education

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