OH HB693

Establishes that "affirming a child's sex" (raising a child consistent with their biological sex) cannot be considered child abuse, neglect, or contrary to the child's best interest under Ohio law

Prohibits child protective services from investigating reports or removing children from parents solely based on the parent's decision to affirm the child's biological sex rather than support gender transition

Bars state agencies from requiring parents, foster caregivers, or adoptive parents to consent to gender transition services for minors, and prohibits adverse actions against those who decline such services

Prohibits state-funded training programs from characterizing affirmation of a child's biological sex as abuse or neglect, and requires contracted entities to certify compliance with this restriction

Creates a private cause of action allowing parents, guardians, or state employees to sue for violations of the act, with the state waiving sovereign immunity for such claims