The bill amends several sections of the Revised Code and introduces a new section, 3313.6034, which mandates that public schools in Ohio include fetal development instruction in their curricula addressing human growth, development, or sexuality. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, schools are required to provide this instruction, which must feature a high-quality, computer-generated animation or a high-definition ultrasound video lasting at least three minutes, highlighting the development of vital organs during early fetal development. This initiative aims to enhance the educational framework surrounding human growth and sexuality by integrating comprehensive fetal development education into existing health curricula.

Additionally, the bill establishes compliance requirements for community schools, aligning them with traditional school districts in areas such as teacher performance pay, health and safety regulations, and student admission policies. It outlines the responsibilities of governing authorities, including financial planning and employee management, while introducing new provisions for the operation and oversight of community schools. The bill also includes the authority for public health officials to inspect facilities and specifies conditions under which a sponsor may take over a school's operation. Notably, it repeals certain existing sections of the Revised Code to streamline the legal framework governing community schools, while incorporating the new section 3313.6034 into the compliance requirements for STEM schools and college-preparatory boarding schools.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3313.60, 3314.03, 3326.11, 3328.24