Ohio’s New Bill: A Game Changer for Parental Involvement in Schools?

Ohio flags outside a government building. — Ohio State Flags at the state capital in Capitol Square in Columbus, Ohio

Ohio’s new Parents Bill of Rights empowers parents, leaving liberals fuming over loss of control in schools.

At a Glance

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed the “Parents’ Bill of Rights” into law
The bill enhances parental rights in education and healthcare decisions
Parents can opt out of lessons involving “sexuality content”
Opponents claim it could force disclosure of LGBTQ+ students’ private health information
The law allows students to leave school for religious instruction

Ohio Stands Up for Parental Rights

In a bold move that’s sure to ruffle liberal feathers, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has signed the “Parents’ Bill of Rights” into law. This groundbreaking legislation puts power back where it belongs – in the hands of parents. It’s a refreshing change from the left’s constant attempts to indoctrinate our children with their woke agenda.

The new law ensures that parents are promptly informed about any changes in their child’s health care and notified before lessons involving “sexuality content.” It’s about time someone stood up to the liberal education establishment that seems hellbent on pushing their agenda onto our kids without parental consent.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed legislation that boosts the rights of parents to know when schools are changing their child’s health care or preparing to present lessons involving “sexuality content.” https://t.co/MwgKtOcvEP

— WSYX ABC 6 (@wsyx6) January 9, 2025

Putting Parents Back in Control

This legislation is part of a broader conservative effort to address the blatant liberal biases in public schools, particularly when it comes to gender identity. The left has been running amok in our education system for far too long, and it’s high time we put a stop to it. With this new law, parents can opt out of health care changes or lessons related to sex, sexuality, or gender identity – topics that should be discussed at home, not forced upon children in classrooms.

It was an honor to attend the bill signing ceremony for several pieces of my legislation with Governor DeWine today including:

📜 SB 95 – Authorizing the use of tele-pharmacy services

📜 HB 8 – The “Parents Bill of Rights”

📜 HB 173 – Designating “Ohio Black Media Week” pic.twitter.com/jSMnc41X4m

— Senator Michele Reynolds (@SenReynolds03) January 8, 2025

Protecting Religious Freedom

In a win for religious liberty, the bill also mandates that schools permit students to leave for religious instruction during the school day. This is a crucial step in protecting our children’s right to practice their faith, even as the left continues its relentless assault on religious freedom in America.

The Left’s Predictable Outrage

Unsurprisingly, the usual suspects on the left are up in arms about this common-sense legislation. Equality Ohio, a liberal advocacy group, has criticized the bill, claiming it doesn’t support a safe learning environment for LGBTQ+ students. But let’s be clear: this isn’t about harming anyone. It’s about restoring the rightful place of parents in their children’s education and healthcare decisions.

Governor DeWine himself has stated that the bill does not harm LGBTQ+ students and emphasized the importance of parental involvement. It’s refreshing to see a politician stand firm in the face of liberal hysteria and prioritize the rights of parents and families.

A Step in the Right Direction

The Center for Christian Virtue, a conservative organization, has rightly supported the bill, highlighting its emphasis on parental control over healthcare and educational content. This is exactly the kind of legislation we need to push back against the left’s attempts to sideline parents and impose their radical ideology on our children.

While Governor DeWine has faced criticism from both political sides, particularly for his previous veto of a ban on gender-affirming care, this Parents’ Bill of Rights is a step in the right direction. It sends a clear message that parents, not bureaucrats or activist teachers, should have the final say in their children’s education and healthcare.

As we continue to fight against the left’s attempts to indoctrinate our children and undermine traditional values, laws like Ohio’s Parents’ Bill of Rights are crucial. It’s time for more states to follow Ohio’s lead and put parents back in charge of their children’s education and well-being.