Education

in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 98: Establish the Community Connectors Workforce Program

House Bill 98 establishes the Community Connectors Workforce Program by enacting a new section in the Revised Code. This program is designed to support workforce development initiatives. The bill also includes a specific appropriation of funds to support the program's operation, directly affecting individuals and communities involved in workforce training and employment efforts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill includes a specific appropriation of funds, directly affecting state budget and government spending to fund a new program.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes and funds the Community Connectors Workforce Program, directly supporting workforce development and training, which are educational initiatives.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes and funds a 'Community Connectors Workforce Program' to support workforce development and employment efforts.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · Ohio · House May 21, 2025

HB 95: Support members of Ohio Veterans Education Council

House Bill 95 proposes to provide state funding specifically for higher education institutions in Ohio. This appropriation is designated for institutions that are members of the Ohio Veterans Education Council. The bill aims to financially support these institutions in their work.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 95 proposes to provide state funding and an appropriation for higher education institutions, directly impacting state budgets and government spending.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill proposes state funding for higher education institutions, directly increasing financial support for the education sector.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHB 95 provides state funding to higher education institutions belonging to the Ohio Veterans Education Council, directly supporting initiatives for veterans' education.95% 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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