Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal, Author at Cleveland Scene

Students Say They Will Leave Ohio If Lawmakers Go Forward With Massive Higher Education Overhaul

The Ohio Senate passed a bill last week that would overhaul many aspects of higher education last week. The bill now heads to the Ohio House for consideration.

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal February 17, 2025April 26, 2025

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Ohio Senate Passes Higher Ed Overhaul Bill Less Than a Day After Eight Hours of Opponent Testimony

Senate Bill 1 was passed by a 21-11 vote. All nine democrats and two republicans — Bill Blessing and Tom Patton — voted against the bill.

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal February 13, 2025July 7, 2025

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Ohio University’s Diversity and Inclusion Centers Could Close If Higher Ed Overhaul Bill Passes

Senate Bill 1 would, among other things, ban diversity and inclusion efforts from Ohio’s public universities.

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal February 11, 2025March 20, 2025

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Ohio Democrats Propose Bill to Gradually Increase Minimum Wage to $15 Per Hour by 2030

“At $10.45 per hour, Ohio’s minimum wage is not enough for working families to stay afloat,” said State Rep. Dontavius Jarrells

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal February 10, 2025February 14, 2025

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‘There’s a Lot of Fear Out There.’ Transgender Ohioans Respond to Trump’s Two-Sex Executive Order

On President Donald Trump’s first day back in office he signed an executive order saying the U.S. government will only recognize two sexes, male and female.

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal February 6, 2025March 12, 2025

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Ohio GOP Proposal Seeks to Change Voter-Passed Marijuana Law With Higher Tax, Lower THC Levels

It would also cut the number of home grow plants from 12 to six. “The people did vote for home grow,” sponsor Ohio Sen. Steve Huffman said, noting there’s fears home grow fuels the black market

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal February 3, 2025March 24, 2025

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GOP Sponsor of Ohio Higher Ed Overhaul Bill Says Diversity Programs Are Institutional Discrimination

A hearing drew protests from students

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal January 31, 2025February 13, 2025

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Some Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio Health Centers Saw 200% Spike in IUD Insertions in December

Trump’s election has stirred fresh concerns over the access to birth control and abortion

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal January 24, 2025May 1, 2025

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Ohio GOP Lawmaker Again Proposes to Overhaul Higher Ed, Ban Diversity Efforts and Labor Strikes

Cirino’s proposed overhaul failed to move forward under previous Ohio House Speaker Jason Stephens, but has new potential life under Speaker Matt Huffman

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal January 23, 2025February 6, 2025

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LifeWise Academy Draws Criticism From Some Ohio Parents, Support From Religious Organizations

LifeWise Academy, a controversial Hilliard-based religious instruction program, enrolls 50,000 students across 29 states — including about 160 Ohio school districts.

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal January 20, 2025June 4, 2025