Summary

Ohio is directing taxpayer funds to expand Christian schools through grants and vouchers, sparking constitutional challenges over church-state separation.

Using a budget surplus, the state allocated $4.9 million to construction projects for religious schools, largely benefiting institutions tied to the conservative Center for Christian Virtue (CCV).

Critics argue this breaches taxpayer religious freedom, while supporters cite parental choice and capacity issues.

CCV has grown significantly, leveraging voucher programs and tax incentives for scholarships.

Opponents claim these measures divert funds from public education, prioritizing religious and ideological goals over public interests.