Pizzulli Introduces Legislation to Provide Relief to Local School Districts

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Justin Pizzulli (R-Scioto County) recently introduced legislation to provide relief to school districts, particularly in rural areas, that have faced increasing College Credit Plus (CCP) expenses since the pandemic. Pizzulli is sponsoring the legislation alongside State Rep. Adam Bird (R-New Richmond).

The bill aims to accomplish the following:

1. Align rates for online CCP classes with the second-tier rate for CCP classes taken at high schools. Online CCP courses are currently billed at the highest-tier rate per credit hour.
2. Encourage textbook cost sharing between colleges and high schools and allow CCP students to use free, open-source materials.
3. Promote local CCP enrollment by encouraging students to take CCP courses at their high schools, when available.

“This bill offers practical, fair, and financially responsible solutions to ensure CCP remains a valuable resource for Ohio’s students and school districts,” said Pizzulli. “Appalachian schools shouldn’t be at a financial disadvantage compared to urban districts. This bill levels the playing field, keeping resources where they’re needed most.” 

The legislation awaits a bill number and committee assignment.