Education

in committee · Ohio · House Nov 12, 2025

HB 584: Regards athletic scholarship limits for foreign students

House Bill 584 proposes to create a new section of the Revised Code, section 3345.67. This legislation specifically addresses the limits placed on athletic scholarships for foreign students attending state institutions of higher education. The bill aims to establish new rules or guidelines for how many or what type of athletic scholarships these students can receive.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill proposes new rules to limit athletic scholarships for foreign students, restricting a form of educational access/funding within higher education.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationThe bill proposes to create limits on athletic scholarships for foreign students, which restricts access to services for a population related to the immigration topic.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid DACA & Dreamers

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 49: Regards right of first refusal-acquiring school district property

To amend sections 3313.41, 3318.08, and 5705.10; to enact new section 3313.411; and to repeal sections 3313.411, 3313.412, and 3313.413 of the Revised Code to eliminate the right of first refusal for certain schools in the acquisition of school district real property.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill eliminates the right of first refusal for certain schools to acquire district property, potentially limiting their ability to expand or maintain facilities.85% confidence

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signed · Ohio · House Mar 20, 2026

HB 186: Regards school district property taxes, school funding formula

To amend sections 319.301, 323.08, 323.152, 323.155, 323.158, 3317.017, 3317.02, 3317.021, 3317.16, 4503.06, 4503.065, and 4503.0610 and to enact section 319.303 of the Revised Code to authorize a reduction in school district property taxes affected by a millage floor that would limit increases in such taxes according to inflation and to require a corresponding adjustment in the school funding formula.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill authorizes a reduction in school district property taxes and limits increases, providing tax relief for property owners.90% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationThe bill authorizes a reduction in school district property taxes and limits future increases, directly restricting a key funding source for education.80% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 186 authorizes a reduction in school district property taxes and limits increases, which can make housing more affordable for property owners.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax School Funding Property Taxes

in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 155: Prohibit diversity, equity, and inclusion in public schools

To amend sections 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3313.475 of the Revised Code to prohibit diversity, equity, and inclusion in public schools.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill explicitly prohibits diversity, equity, and inclusion policies in public schools, restricting educational content and policy.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill prohibits DEI in public schools. While not explicitly targeting immigrants, DEI initiatives often support diverse student populations, including immigrants. Prohibiting DEI could indirectly weaken support for immigrant integration and inclusi...65% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentProhibiting DEI in public schools limits employment standards and may weaken protections related to equitable and inclusive workplace environments for school employees.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum School Safety

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 26, 2025

HB 190: Enact the Given Name Act

To amend sections 3313.473, 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3313.475 of the Revised Code to enact the Given Name Act regarding the use of gender pronouns in public schools.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationThe bill enacts specific rules regarding gender pronoun use in public schools, which can be seen as a restriction or mandate on educational institutions' policies.95% confidence

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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 · Senate Feb 26, 2025

SB 113: Prohibit diversity, equity, and inclusion in public schools

To amend sections 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3313.475 of the Revised Code to prohibit diversity, equity, and inclusion in public schools.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill prohibits diversity, equity, and inclusion in public schools, restricting curriculum and limiting educational programs within the K-12 system.95% confidence

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 29, 2025

SB 310: Require public schools to include fetal development instruction

To amend sections 3313.60, 3314.03, 3326.11, and 3328.24 and to enact section 3313.6034 of the Revised Code to require public schools to include fetal development instruction in any instruction that addresses human growth, development, or sexuality.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationSB 310 mandates specific curriculum content (fetal development instruction), which restricts the academic freedom and autonomy of public schools in designing their curriculum.85% confidence

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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