The Parents' Rights to Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (P.R.I.D.E.) Act seeks to amend the Ohio Revised Code to strengthen parental rights concerning their children's access to medical, behavioral health, hygiene care, and educational opportunities. A new section, 3131.01, is introduced to affirm parents' rights to equitable access while emphasizing inclusivity and the importance of children's rights to freedom of speech and behavioral health confidentiality. The bill also proposes amendments to sections 3314.03 and 3326.11, and repeals several existing sections, including 3109.054 and 3319.90, to streamline the legal framework surrounding community schools in alignment with the new parental rights provisions.

In addition to enhancing parental rights, the P.R.I.D.E. Act outlines the responsibilities of sponsors in monitoring community schools, ensuring compliance with laws, and evaluating academic and fiscal performance. It allows contracts between sponsors and community schools to include payments for oversight capped at three percent of the school's state operating expenses, and establishes conditions for contract renewals based on performance. The bill's significant changes include the repeal of specific sections related to community schools, aiming to enhance accountability and support while ensuring adherence to educational standards.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3314.03, 3326.11, 3109.054, 3129.01, 3129.02, 3129.03, 3129.04, 3129.05, 3129.06, 3313.473, 3313.5320, 3319.90, 3345.562, 3345.90