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HB 988 Ohio House · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

Regards funding of the Program for Medically Handicapped Children

Summary
To amend sections 3701.021, 3701.023, 3701.025, 3701.027, and 3701.029 and to repeal section 3701.024 of the Revised Code to eliminate county contributions to the Program for Medically Handicapped Children and to make an appropriation.
Issues: ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill eliminates county contributions to a state program, shifting the entire fiscal burden to the state budget and reducing local government funding obligations.85% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareThe bill explicitly eliminates county contributions to the Program for Medically Handicapped Children, which restricts funding for a public health initiative.95% confidence
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Aug 2026
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Introduced Aug 12, 2026 Last action Aug 12, 2026
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Jason Stephens
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