HB431

Regards human trafficking screening in public schools

Introduced·8/28/25
Introduced Text

Ohio HB431 mandates annual student screening for human trafficking in public schools using a specified tool.

Ohio HB431 requires public school districts to annually screen students for human trafficking risk using the University of Toledo's FOCUS youth screening tool starting from the 2027-2028 school year. The University of Toledo will provide training to school districts on using the tool and create an online portal to track screening results. The bill allocates funds for these activities and ensures that student data remains confidential.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Oct 7, 2025

2:45 PM

House Education 1st Hearing, Sponsor Testimony

History

Sep 15, 2025

House

Referred to committee: Education

Aug 28, 2025

House

Introduced