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Proponents press for HB155 to prohibit DEI administrative programs; lawmakers press for definitions, evidence and enforcement details
Summary
Supporters of HB155 told the House Education Committee that DEI programs harm academics and divide students, citing anonymous tips and linked materials; lawmakers repeatedly asked for clearer definitions, evidence and guidance on enforcement and potential effects on IEPs and private schools.
The House Education Committee’s second hearing on House Bill 155 drew multiple proponent witnesses who argued that diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) administrative programs and trainings have drifted into ideological instruction and should be barred in public K–12 schools. Committee members spent significant time questioning witnesses about definitions, evidence and unintended consequences.
Linda Harvey of Mission America and Protect Ohio Children told the committee that anonymous tips compiled on ProtectOhioChildren.net document DEI or CRT materials in dozens of districts: "Based on anonymous evidence provided to Protect Ohio Children, we have information about 69 school districts in Ohio with overt…
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