COLUMBUS, Ohio-Ohio House Democrats are proposing a series of bills aimed at reforming the state’s education system, covering topics such as teacher pay, oversight of private school vouchers, and funding for public schools. They emphasize the importance of investing in education for the future of the state and ensuring that every student receives a high-quality education regardless of their location.
Key bills include House Bill 10, which seeks to fully implement and fund the Fair School Funding Plan, and House Bill 575, which aims to enhance oversight of private schools receiving vouchers. Democrats also advocate for bills supporting public school funding, creating a universal public school meals program, and eliminating academic distress commissions. These proposals face challenges in a legislature dominated by a Republican supermajority, which generally supports private school vouchers and “school choice” initiatives.
