Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 289: Establish a natural hair stylist education grant program
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 289 is a bill introduced in the Ohio Senate on October 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Establish a natural hair stylist education grant program. Primary sponsor: Paula Hicks-Hudson (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (October 15, 2025): Referred to committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
To amend section 4713.08 and to enact section 4713.47 of the Revised Code to establish a natural hair stylist education grant program and to make an appropriation.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paula Hicks-Hudson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Nickie Antonio | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 23 |
| Hearcel Craig | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to committee
- Introduced