Odioso to Speak at Ohio Computer Science & AI for All Advocacy Day

COLUMBUS-State Representative Mike Odioso (R-Green Twp.) will provide remarks at the Ohio Computer Science & AI for All Advocacy Day, which will take place later this month at the Ohio Statehouse. Nearly 80 K-12 students and educators from across the state will gather to highlight how computer science and AI education prepares students for high-demand careers and strengthens Ohio's workforce competitiveness.

The details for the event are as follows:

WHO: K-12 students, educators, nonprofit representatives, and business leaders from across the state.

WHERE: Ohio Statehouse Atrium

WHEN: January 28, 2026, 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. | Rep. Odioso will speak at 10:45 a.m.

WHY: The event will convene Ohioans from across the state in support of the computer science and AI graduation requirement bills that have been introduced (HB 594, SB 326). Through hands-on student projects and legislator conversations, attendees will emphasize the urgent need to make computer science and AI education for all students a priority in Ohio.

"To plan for a technology-focused future, it's vital that Ohio students are aware of the opportunities available when it comes to computer science and AI so they can be prepared with the skills needed to be successful," said Rep. Odioso.

According to a recent report from Code.org, Ohio currently trails its neighboring states in access to computer science, with only 61% of Ohio public high schools offering the subject, and just 3% of students enrolling annually.

"Advocacy Day gives students and teachers a powerful opportunity to bring the creativity, problem-solving, and real-world value of computer science and AI learning to life at the Statehouse," said Julia Wynn, Senior Director of State Government Affairs at Code.org. "These hands-on experiences help illustrate why computer science and AI education is essential to preparing today's students to lead, innovate, and thrive in an age of AI."

Rep. Odioso jointly introduced House Bill 594 late last year. The bill requires Ohio students to complete a high school computer science course.