US EditionOhio higher education bill moves forward despite rally to push back
- Thousands are protesting in Columbus against Ohio Senate Bill 1, known as the Enact Advance Ohio Higher Education Act, as it heads for a full House vote.
- John Meacham, Executive Director for the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus, called the bill an attack on educational opportunity, economic growth, and academic freedom.
- Representative Josh Williams stated that the bill ensures education is about academics, not political indoctrination, and promotes equality.
- Wayne Township Fire Department is looking to hire 8 to 12 firefighters due to financial recovery after a merger, but Senate Bill 1 may impact hiring prospects.
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The Crescent-NewsOH Senate Bill 1 bans strikes and DEI, mandates American Civics, and holds universities to standards
(OPN) Ohio Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), officially titled “Advance Ohio Higher Education Act,” was passed last month and now, a similar bill has been voted on and approved by the OH House last Wednesday. It now heads back to…
UT students demonstrate against efforts to prohibit DEI programs
More than 170 people turned out for a noon demonstration at the University of Toledo against sweeping legislation that may soon be enacted by the Ohio General Assembly. The bill under consideration, known both as Senate Bill 1 and House Bill 6, would govern what must and must not be taught to students at public institutions of higher education and what criteria can be used in hiring decisions and scholarship awards.
Protesters oppose Ohio's higher education bill
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Protesters gathered on Wednesday afternoon calling on Gov. Mike DeWine to veto Senate Bill 1 when it reaches his desk and, in their words, protect higher education. Lawmakers in the Ohio House passed Senate Bill 1 at the statehouse Wednesday evening, putting it one vote away from reaching DeWine's desk and becoming law. Ohio higher education bill one step closer to law College students, faculty, staff and community…
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