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Ohio child care officials defended fraud safeguards as lawmakers debate new enforcement bills, data transparency, and funding for the state’s child care cred pilot program.
Ohio Senate Bill 218 would exempt federally certified military child care providers from state licensing rules, seeking to improve access and affordability for military families.
Two Ohio House bills propose new child care fraud safeguards, but Republican sponsors clash over whether the Department of Children & Youth is transparent and proactive in investigating cases.
Ohio secured $14.7 million in federal child care funding as costs top $12,000 annually for infants and advocates warn of long-term budget shortfalls.
Ohio and national child care advocates are pressing federal leaders to restore frozen funds, protect child care investments, and stabilize a system already strained by high costs, worker shortages, and growing family hardship.
Ohio lawmakers unveiled House Bill 647 to expand child care fraud investigations, boost data analytics funding, and protect federal child care dollars while defending the state’s oversight system.
Gov. Mike DeWine says Ohio’s child care system is well protected against fraud as the state works with the Trump administration to secure continued federal funding for child care programs.
Ohio child care advocates warn a $600 million funding gap and federal uncertainty could limit access for families, making the 2026 governor’s race pivotal for future child care policy.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and advocates push back on fraud concerns, saying Ohio’s child care system has strict oversight and warning that funding freezes would hurt providers and families.
A majority of Ohio economists say Gov. DeWine’s new Child Care Cred Program could boost children’s long-term outcomes, though some cite low funding and warn that work requirements would hinder access.
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