Education (Higher Education)

passed · Ohio · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 25: Establish the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program

To enact sections 3301.96 and 3333.89 of the Revised Code to establish the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program, to require the Department of Education and Workforce to hire a full-time school foster care liaison, and to make an appropriation for the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 25 makes an appropriation for the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program, directly engaging in government spending and fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill establishes a scholarship program, mandates a foster care liaison, and appropriates funds, directly expanding educational access and support.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill requires the hiring of a full-time school foster care liaison, creating a new employment position.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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passed · Ohio · House Jun 11, 2026

HB 319: Enact the Clinical Teaching Subsidy Reform Act

To enact section 3333.89 of the Revised Code to enact the Clinical Teaching Subsidy Reform Act regarding the state university clinical teaching subsidy.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill enacts a reform act for a state university clinical teaching subsidy, directly involving state appropriations and spending, and is categorized under 'Finance and Appropriations.'90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill concerns a 'Clinical Teaching Subsidy Reform Act' for state universities, directly impacting teacher training and higher education, which supports educators and educational access.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill reforms a subsidy for 'clinical teaching' at state universities. This term often refers to practical training for healthcare professionals, indirectly supporting their education.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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signed · Ohio · Senate Jun 27, 2025

SB 1: Enact Advance Ohio Higher Education Act

To amend sections 3335.02, 3335.09, 3337.01, 3339.01, 3341.02, 3343.02, 3344.01, 3345.45, 3350.10, 3352.01, 3356.01, 3359.01, 3361.01, 3362.01, 3364.01, 4117.14, and 4117.15; to enact new section 3333.045 and sections 3345.029, 3345.0216, 3345.0217, 3345.0218, 3345.0219, 3345.382, 3345.451, 3345.452, 3345.453, 3345.454, 3345.455, 3345.456, 3345.591, 3345.80, and 3345.88; and to repeal section 3333.045 of the Revised Code to enact the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act regarding the operation of state institutions of higher education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill's title, "Enact Advance Ohio Higher Education Act," explicitly states its intent to advance higher education, directly aligning with a supportive stance for the Education topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

in committee · Ohio · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 47: Require certain disclosures of for-profit school, college status

To amend sections 3332.031, 3333.046, 4709.05, and 4713.07 and to enact section 3314.033 of the Revised Code to require disclosure of the for-profit status of community school operators and post-secondary educational institutions on various promotional materials and contracts for employment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill SB 47 promotes transparency for students and employees by requiring disclosure of for-profit status, strengthening consumer protection within the education sector.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentSB 47 requires disclosure of for-profit status on employment contracts, providing employees with more information, which enhances transparency and can be seen as a worker protection.80% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill requires disclosure of for-profit school status, indirectly protecting veterans using educational benefits from potential predatory practices by increasing transparency.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · Ohio · House Feb 12, 2025

HB 62: Regards the College Credit Plus Program

HB 62 clarifies and strengthens requirements for colleges participating in Ohio's College Credit Plus Program, which allows high school students to earn college credit. It mandates colleges to follow specific admission standards (using GPA and exam scores), send timely enrollment notices to students and schools, assign academic advisors, and provide professional development for high school teachers teaching college courses. The bill also clarifies how state funds are paid to colleges based on course delivery method (e.g., campus, online, or at high schools), ensuring consistent funding while requiring colleges to track program data and promote the program. This directly affects participating colleges, high schools, and students enrolled in the program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 62 clarifies how state funds are paid to colleges, indicating a focus on strengthening fiscal management and accountability for government spending within the program.80% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationHB 62 strengthens the College Credit Plus program, supports teachers with professional development, and enhances educational access for high school students.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education

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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 · 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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