Tuesday, December 10, 3pm, Ohio Statehouse [South Hearing Room]

On Tuesday, December 10, at 3pm, Ohio’s “Don’t Say Gay or Trans” bill [H.B. 8] will be heard in committee for proponent, opponent, and interested party testimony. On Wednesday, December 11, H.B. 8 is expected to move out of committee and could advance to a full Senate vote.

This period — known as a lame duck session — allows the Ohio legislature to take any final actions before adjourning. This year, we expect that the lame duck session will consider a number of bills, some of which could help Ohioans and some of which would undoubtedly harm our communities across the state.

Ohio’s version of a “Don’t Say Gay or Trans” bill, H.B. 8, which would add broad curriculum censorship requirements, redefine sex to undermine existing civil rights protections granted to LGBTQ+ people, and force disclosure and alternative curriculum rules for teachers and counselors that leave educators with impossible and conflicting rules and onerous new obligations. H.B. 8 requires school officials to “out” to their parents any student questioning their identity, even in cases where abuse is suspected. Join our e-mail list to stay up to date with the latest news about H.B. 8.

Regardless of the outcome of this lame duck session, we’re here and we remain steadfast. Equality Ohio will continue to advocate for positive change and push back against laws and policies that cause harm. Ready to get involved? Click here for ways to stay informed and get involved.

Take action now to protect Ohio’s students and schools — call your Senator today to reject H.B. 8 and support safe, inclusive education for every child.

Hosted by Equality Ohio.