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Rep. Tracy Richardson, R-Marysville, said she understands concerns public school officials have about HB1 and HB11.

​​Representatives say nonpartisan commission’s estimate is for 100% uptake, but they don’t think that will happen

A proposal in the Ohio House for per pupil school vouchers has been estimated to cost more than $1 billion if all eligible students use it, but its Republican lawmaker sponsors don't think that will happen and say the actual cost will be much less.

Republican lawmakers in Ohio want to expand school choice. Education advocates say that the proposed bill will decimate public schools, especially since the legislation has a $1 billion price tag.

Republican lawmakers in Ohio want to expand school choice. Education advocates say that the proposed bill will decimate public schools, especially since the legislation has a $1 billion price tag.