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HB 868OHIOSession 136State Billin committee

Ohio Bill 868 authorizes high school peace officer interaction instruction

Original title: Regards high school instruction on peace officer interactions

Last action · May 20, 2026: Referred to EducationSponsor: Dontavius Jarrells

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What This Bill Would Do

Ohio school districts, s, STEM schools, and college-preparatory boarding schools are authorized to offer high school instruction on proper in-person interactions with peace officers during traffic stops and other encounters.

Why it matters

High school students in grades nine through 12 may receive up to one elective credit for coursework covering civilian rights, police duties, and practical de-escalation role-playing.

Who It Would Affect

Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

High school students

Students in grades nine through twelve are given the option to take coursework on peace officer interactions and earn up to one unit of high school credit.

Directly affected

School districts and governing authorities

Boards of education and governing bodies of community, STEM, and boarding schools are granted the authorization to develop and optionally offer the curriculum.

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Local law enforcement agencies

Law enforcement agencies are required to be consulted by school districts during the development of the instruction and training programs.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are Ohio high schools required to teach peace officer interaction courses?
No. The bill states that school districts and participating schools 'may' provide the instruction, making it optional rather than mandatory.
Can students earn academic credit for taking this instruction?
Yes. A school district may offer a class worth up to one unit of high school credit based on the instruction, and classes may be offered outside regular school hours or during the summer.
Who is allowed to teach the course?
Districts should as far as practicable assign a licensed educator who has experience interacting with peace officers or who is a current or retired peace officer. Non-licensed educators must complete a specialized training program first.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

2 actions
  1. May 20, 2026HouseCommittee
    Referred to Education
  2. May 12, 2026HouseIntroduced
    Introduced

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Lobbying Activity

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Sponsors

Dontavius JarrellsHouse · District 1DemocraticPrimary sponsor

Discoveries

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Codification of Civilian-Police Interaction Curriculum

The legislation establishes a specific statutory section (3313.6034) enabling high school elective credits dedicated entirely to civilian rights and law enforcement interaction standards.

Connected Entities

Department of Education and Workforce, General Assembly of the State of Ohio
OrganizationDepartment of Education and Workforce“State agency receiving community school contracts.”Map →
OrganizationGeneral Assembly of the State of Ohio“The legislative body enacting the bill.”Map →

Sources

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www.legislature.ohio.gov

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