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OH HB445

OH HB445
Regards school policies for release for religious instruction


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Introduced
03/12/2024
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

135th General Assembly (2023-2024)

Bill Summary

To amend section 3313.6022 of the Revised Code regarding school district policies for released time courses in religious instruction.

AI Summary

This bill amends Ohio's existing law on school district policies for released time courses in religious instruction. The key provisions are: 1) School districts must adopt a policy allowing students to be excused from school to attend religious instruction courses, provided certain conditions are met, such as parental consent and no use of public funds or personnel; 2) School districts may award high school credit for completed religious instruction courses based on secular criteria, without requiring the courses be taken at a nonpublic school; and 3) School districts, board members, and employees are not liable for injuries during student transportation to religious instruction when private transportation is used.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

House Primary and Secondary Education Click, 3rd Hearing, Opponent Testimony (11:00:00 11/12/2024 Room 116) (on 11/12/2024)

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