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SB 191

Regards disadvantaged pupil impact aid for certain schools

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Steve Huffman

SB 191 adjusts Ohio's disadvantaged pupil impact aid formula, redirecting state education funding to certain qualifying schools based on modified poverty and enrollment criteria.

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Bill Summary · SB 191

Legislative bill overview

SB 191 modifies Ohio's disadvantaged pupil impact aid (DPIA) funding formula, which provides additional state education dollars to districts serving high concentrations of economically disadvantaged students. The bill adjusts how schools qualify for and receive these supplemental funds based on poverty metrics and enrollment characteristics.

Why is this important

DPIA funding directly affects educational resources in Ohio's poorest school districts, influencing classroom sizes, program offerings, and support services for vulnerable students. Changes to the formula can shift millions in state education dollars between districts, potentially widening or narrowing funding gaps based on economic need.

Potential points of contention

  • Formula changes: Modifications to poverty thresholds or calculation methods could disadvantage some districts while benefiting others, requiring clear justification for any shifts
  • Funding redistribution: Altering aid allocation inevitably creates winners and losers among districts, raising equity concerns about which communities lose resources
  • Definitional disputes: How "disadvantaged" is measured (free/reduced lunch, poverty rates, other metrics) affects which schools qualify and how much they receive

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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