Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed nearly 30 bills Wednesday, including legislation that would require schools to notify parents if the child identifies as LGBTQ+ as well as allow parents to opt out of so-called “sexuality” content. The GOP denies it is homophobic, saying it’s just a way for parents to stay informed.
State Reps. D.J. Swearingen, R-Huron, and Sara Carruthers, R-Hamilton, introduced House Bill 8, which requires schools and teachers to notify parents about any changes to their child’s mental, physical, or emotional being — including if they identify as LGBTQ+.
“If you’re a parent, you want to be informed of what’s going on in your child’s life,” DeWine said. “The parents are the best teachers, they’re the first teachers, they’re the best teachers.”
For over a year, transgender advocacy groups have been warning against it. Only four Republicans voted against this legislation.
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