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Introduced
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
136th General Assembly
Bill Summary
To amend sections 755.16, 3311.05, 3311.053, 3311.0510, 3313.01, 3313.376, 3313.843, 3313.845, 3313.846, 3313.848, 3313.849, 3317.11, 3319.80, 3326.45, 3513.255, and 3513.256; to amend, for the purpose of adopting a new section number as indicated in parentheses, section 3326.45 (3313.847); to enact section 3311.052; and to repeal sections 3311.054, 3311.056, 3311.057, and 3311.059 of the Revised Code regarding the territory, operation, and governance of educational service centers.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the structure and operations of educational service centers (ESCs) in Ohio, which are organizations that provide services to local school districts. Key changes include redefining the territory of an ESC to be based on the school districts that have "primary service agreements" with it, meaning those districts have a formal contract for core services. The bill also alters how ESC governing boards are formed, moving towards a model where board members are elected by the electors of the school districts that have these primary service agreements, rather than being appointed or elected in a way that was previously tied to county boundaries. Additionally, it clarifies and expands the types of entities that can enter into service agreements with ESCs, including not only school districts but also community schools, STEM schools, and political subdivisions, and it streamlines the process for ESCs to offer services and receive funding for them. The bill also repeals several existing sections related to ESC territory and governance, indicating a significant restructuring of how these centers operate and are overseen.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to committee: Education (on 02/18/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb684 |
| BillText | https://search-prod.lis.state.oh.us/api/v2/general_assembly_136/legislation/hb684/00_IN/pdf/ |
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