When was Ohio House Bill HB 644 introduced?

HB 644 was introduced on Jan 12, 2026.

What's the current status of Ohio House Bill HB 644?

The latest action on HB 644 by the House was: Reported - Substitute (Workforce and Higher Education) on Mar 25, 2026.

Who introduced Ohio House Bill HB 644?

HB 644 was introduced by Gayle Manning.

Are voting records available for Ohio House Bill HB 644?

Yes, there is one legislator voting record available for HB 644

Bill tracking in Ohio - HB 644 (136 legislative session)

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Jan 12, 2026
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HB 644

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House • Mar 25, 2026: Reported - Substitute (Workforce and Higher Education)

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Gayle Manning
primary
(R - 52)
Joseph A. Miller, III
cosponsor
(D - 53)
Josh Williams
cosponsor
(R - 44)

Votes

YES: 12

NO: 0

OTHER: 0

Sources

https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/HB644/votes

Actions

Mar 25, 2026 | House
- Reported - Substitute (Workforce and Higher Education)
Feb 04, 2026 | House
- Referred to committee (Workforce and Higher Education)
Jan 12, 2026 | House
- Introduced

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As Reported By House CommitteePDF

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Analysis - As IntroducedPDF
Analysis - As Reported By House CommitteePDF
Sub Bill Comparative SynopsisPDF
Testimony by Representative Manning (Ohio House of Representatives, Proponent) -- Workforce and Higher Education, 1st Hearing (February 24, 2026)
Testimony by Abigail Benjamin (Arnold Ventures, Proponent) -- Workforce and Higher Education, 3rd Hearing (March 24, 2026)
Testimony by Kevin Duff (Ohio Excels, Proponent) -- Workforce and Higher Education, 3rd Hearing (March 24, 2026)
Testimony by Avi Zaffini (Ohio Association of Community Colleges, Proponent) -- Workforce and Higher Education, 3rd Hearing (March 24, 2026)
Testimony by Dr. Marcia J. Ballinger (Lorain County Community College, Proponent) -- Workforce and Higher Education, 3rd Hearing (March 24, 2026)
Testimony by Shyla Bush (Lorain County Community College, Proponent) -- Workforce and Higher Education, 3rd Hearing (March 24, 2026)
Testimony by Chad Aldis (Thomas B. Fordham Institute, Proponent) -- Workforce and Higher Education, 3rd Hearing (March 24, 2026)
Testimony by Jordan Sas (Lorain County Community College, Proponent) -- Workforce and Higher Education, 3rd Hearing (March 24, 2026)
Testimony by Laura Lanese (Inter-University Council, Proponent) -- Workforce and Higher Education, 3rd Hearing (March 24, 2026)
Testimony by Justin Barnes (Ohio Chamber of Commerce, Proponent) -- Workforce and Higher Education, 3rd Hearing (March 24, 2026)

Sources

https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/HB644

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