Education

in committee · Ohio · House Mar 5, 2025

HB 145: Regards the minimum number of hours in a school year

HB 145 sets minimum annual instructional hour requirements for Ohio schools. It requires nonchartered nonpublic (private) schools to meet specific hour standards (458 hours for kindergarten, 963 for grades 1-6, 1,154 for grades 7-12) and certify compliance annually to parents and the education department. Public school districts must maintain or increase instructional hours year-over-year without board approval, and must consider joint vocational school scheduling needs before changing calendars. The bill also mandates curriculum standards for private schools and prohibits them from receiving transportation or administrative reimbursements. These changes directly affect private school operators, public school boards, and parents reporting student enrollment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 145 sets minimum instructional hour requirements for private schools and mandates public schools maintain or increase instructional hours, strengthening educational standards.88% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 44: Allow students to concurrently receive certain state scholarships

To amend sections 3310.034, 3310.51, and 3310.52 of the Revised Code to permit students to concurrently receive an Educational Choice scholarship or Pilot Project scholarship and either an Autism or Jon Peterson Special Needs scholarship and to make an appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly states it will 'make an appropriation,' which directly involves government spending and funding for state scholarships, aligning with fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill allows students to concurrently receive multiple state scholarships, expanding their financial access to educational programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Choice School Funding Student Financial Aid

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passed · Ohio · Senate Feb 26, 2025

SR 41: Authorizing Cleveland State University to use the Ohio Senate Chamber on March 13, 2025.

SR 41 is a procedural resolution authorizing Cleveland State University to use the Ohio Senate Chamber on March 13, 2025, for its Columbus Seminar program. The resolution permits the university to host student participants in a simulated Senatorial session to educate them about state government operations and legislative processes. It directly affects Cleveland State University students enrolled in the Columbus Seminar, who will gain hands-on experience with how legislation is created and processed. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but grants temporary facility access for educational purposes.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill authorizes a university program to educate students on government operations, providing hands-on experience and enhancing educational access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SJR 4: CA: Authorize bonds to refund school debt; create education fund

Proposing to enact Section 12 of Article VIII of the Constitution of the State of Ohio to conditionally authorize the issuance of state obligations to refund pending school district obligations, to conditionally waive, beginning in 2027, the requirement that schools levy property taxes to pay debt charges on their obligations, and to conditionally authorize a treasury fund that is restricted exclusively to educational purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes state obligations for school debt, conditionally waives property taxes for school debt charges (providing tax relief), and creates a treasury fund for education.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes bonds to refund school debt and creates a treasury fund restricted exclusively to educational purposes, directly funding and strengthening education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds State Budget School Funding

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 26, 2025

HB 112: Enact the Conscientious Right to Refuse Act

To enact section 3792.09 of the Revised Code to prohibit discrimination against an individual for the refusal of certain medical interventions for reasons of conscience, including religious convictions, and to name this act the Conscientious Right to Refuse Act.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill prohibits discrimination against individuals in educational settings for refusing certain medical interventions, thus protecting the rights of students and staff.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects individuals' right to refuse medical interventions for reasons of conscience, prohibiting discrimination, thereby protecting patient rights within healthcare.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill prohibits discrimination against individuals for refusing certain medical interventions, directly protecting workers' rights related to employment standards and conscience.90% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · House Sep 15, 2025

HB 394: Enact the Student Choice Grant Program

This bill establishes the Student Choice Grant Program by creating a new section (3333.27) in Ohio's Revised Code and includes funding through an appropriation. It directly affects eligible students in Ohio by providing financial assistance for educational expenses, though the abstract does not specify qualifying criteria or program administration details. The key mechanism is the creation of a state-funded grant program, but the provided context lacks specifics on eligibility, funding amounts, or distribution processes. No further details about who qualifies or how grants would operate are included in the abstract.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill includes funding through an appropriation for a new state-funded grant program, directly affecting state budgets and government spending.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 394 establishes the Student Choice Grant Program, providing financial assistance for educational expenses to eligible students, thus expanding educational access and funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education School Choice Student Financial Aid

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 48: Regards auditing of chartered nonpublic schools

SB 48 amends Ohio law to require the Auditor of State to annually audit all public funds received by chartered nonpublic schools. It specifically mandates audits of funds from three sources: the educational choice scholarship program, administrative cost reimbursements, and auxiliary services reimbursements. The bill directly affects chartered nonpublic schools that receive state funds, requiring them to undergo annual financial reviews of these specific public money accounts. The law repeals the previous auditing provision and defines "public money" to include these three fund types for audit purposes. This creates a standardized annual audit process for public funds in chartered nonpublic schools.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 48 mandates annual audits of public funds received by nonpublic schools, directly promoting fiscal responsibility and accountability in government spending.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 48 mandates audits of public funds for chartered nonpublic schools, ensuring accountability and proper use of educational resources, which strengthens the education system.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability School Choice Student Financial Aid

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passed · Ohio · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 500: Designate a school JROTC program as a career-technical ed program

To enact sections 3313.907 and 3317.166 of the Revised Code to designate a JROTC program offered by a school district as a career-technical education program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDesignating JROTC as a career-technical education program likely makes it eligible for specific state funding streams allocated to CTE, impacting state budgets and appropriations.80% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill designates JROTC as a career-technical education program (HB 500), formally integrating and enhancing student program offerings within K-12 schools.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignating JROTC as career-technical education strengthens a program closely tied to military service, indirectly supporting the military community and future veterans.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 1, 2025

SB 272: Regards civics assessment in lieu of American govt course exam

SB 272 amends Ohio Revised Code section 3301.0712 to allow high school students to complete a civics assessment instead of taking the American government end-of-course exam. This change directly affects Ohio public high school students required to fulfill graduation requirements in American government. The bill establishes a new assessment option focused on civic education, replacing the specific exam requirement while maintaining the need for students to demonstrate understanding of government concepts. The policy update modifies existing code to provide this alternative pathway for meeting graduation standards.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationSB 272 establishes a new assessment option for civics, offering flexibility for students to meet graduation requirements while maintaining educational standards.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum K-12 Education Testing & Assessment

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passed · Ohio · House Feb 26, 2025

HR 33: Honoring Thomas Jenkins, Jr. on receiving a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 33), not a substantive bill. It formally commends Thomas Jenkins, Jr., an Ohio educator, for receiving the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The resolution expresses the House of Representatives' pride in his career as a STEM teacher and current role at the National Museum of the United States Air Force. It has no policy changes or direct impact on laws, programs, or other individuals beyond honoring the recipient.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationHR 33 is a ceremonial resolution honoring an educator for excellence in teaching, implicitly supporting the value of educators and achievements within the education field.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers

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