Representatives Roemer and Daniels Announce Passage of Resolution to Encourage Students to Read the Declaration of Independence

COLUMBUS—State Representatives Bill Roemer (R-Richfield) and Jack Daniels (R-New Franklin) are pleased to announce that the Ohio House of Representatives yesterday passed legislation to encourage students in grades one through twelve to read the Declaration of Independence in the classroom during the 2025–2026 school year in recognition of its 250th anniversary.

House Concurrent Resolution 22, championed by Roemer and Daniels, does not impose a mandate on schools. Rather, it encourages them to provide students with opportunities to read and study the document that remains foundational to the United States’ constitutional republic, ensuring the next generation of Ohioans understands the nation’s fundamental principles.

“For years, I’ve joined community leaders in reading the Declaration of Independence aloud on the Fourth of July,” said Roemer. “It’s a powerful reminder of how much we can learn by studying the language and ideals that helped shape our nation’s founding.”

“H.C.R. 22 acts as our commitment to ensuring future generations understand our founding ideals,” said Daniels. “In tying this resolution to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we equip students with a living connection to our history, our responsibilities, and our freedoms.”

The 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence takes places on July 4, 2026. 

H.C.R 22 awaits further consideration from the Ohio Senate.