Ohio 135th General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HB 135 — Require school districts to grant excused absence for 4-H and FFA

Last action — As Introduced

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 135th General Assembly. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

School districts must excuse absences for 4-H and FFA participation.

This bill requires school districts to excuse students' absences when they participate in activities related to 4-H and Future Farmers of America (FFA). It aims to support youth engagement in agricultural programs.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families can support their children’s engagement in important agricultural programs without worrying about attendance penalties.

Summary

Require school districts to grant excused absence for 4-H and FFA

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. As Introduced

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 133 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (133)

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 135 do?
Require school districts to grant excused absence for 4-H and FFA
Who sponsors HB 135?
HB 135 is sponsored by Thomas Hall (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 135?
This bill died with 135th General Assembly. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HB 135?
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