Reject SB 1

Ohio's proposed Senate Bill 1 risks driving away students and revenue from the state's higher education system. Many students have expressed their intention to leave Ohio if the bill's sweeping changes to university curricula and policies are enacted. This brain drain would deprive Ohio of its talented youth while also impacting tuition dollars and the economic activity generated by students patronizing local businesses. Rather than alienating the next generation of leaders, lawmakers should work collaboratively with educators and students to ensure Ohio's colleges and universities remain attractive, inclusive environments that foster critical thinking and prepare graduates for success. Pursuing divisive policies that undermine academic freedom and diversity will ultimately harm Ohio's competitiveness and economy.