OH HB327

Prohibits school districts, community schools, STEM schools, and state agencies from teaching, advocating, or promoting "divisive concepts" including claims that any nationality, color, ethnicity, race, or sex is inherently superior; that the United States is fundamentally racist or sexist; or that individuals are inherently racist, sexist, or oppressive based on their identity.

Defines "divisive concepts" to include concepts that ascribe character traits, values, or moral codes to individuals based on race or sex; that meritocracy or hard work are racist or sexist; or any form of race or sex stereotyping or scapegoating.

Authorizes the Department of Education to withhold state funding from school districts found to knowingly violate these prohibitions until compliance is achieved.

Permits objective discussion of supplemental materials covering ethnic group history, controversial aspects of history, historical oppression of groups, and historical documents as part of larger academic instruction without endorsement.

Applies the prohibition to state agencies and requires agency heads to review grant programs, diversity training, and contractor agreements to ensure compliance; prohibits state employees from facing penalties for refusing to adopt divisive concepts.