The Prison Policy Initiative submits testimony in opposition to HB 338, which would curtail higher education in prison in Ohio

HB 338 would end access to higher education for people in maximum security prisons in Ohio, making prisons less safe and worsening outcomes after release.

by Sarah Staudt, June 16, 2026

On June 10, 2026, the Prison Policy Initiative submitted written testimony in the Ohio Senate Legislature in opposition to HB 338, also known as “Andy’s Law”.

The bill claims to promote safety in prisons, but instead is counterproductive. It removes all higher education from maximum security prisons in Ohio, and bans access to tablets and contact visitation. As our testimony notes, higher education in prison is shown to reduce both recidivism and violent incidents in custody. In short, it makes prisons and communities safer.

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