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HB 2

Establish the Child Care Cred Program

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Mark Johnson

Ohio HB 2 creates the Child Care Cred Program to provide tax credits or financial assistance for child care expenses, currently under Finance Committee review.

Reported - Re-referred to Finance
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Bill Summary · HB 2

Legislative bill overview

HB 2 establishes the Child Care Cred Program in Ohio, which appears designed to provide tax credits or financial incentives related to child care expenses. The bill is currently moving through the legislative committee process, having been referred to Finance and Rules committees for evaluation.

Why is this important

Child care affordability significantly impacts workforce participation, particularly for parents seeking employment. Tax credit programs can reduce out-of-pocket expenses for families and potentially increase economic activity, though the actual scope and beneficiary pool depend on program design details not yet publicly detailed in available summaries.

Potential points of contention

  • Program cost and funding source - The fiscal impact on the state budget and how credits will be funded remains unclear from current legislative status
  • Eligibility criteria - Disputes may arise over income thresholds, which families qualify, and whether the program covers all child care types or specific arrangements
  • Implementation complexity - Questions about how businesses, providers, and taxpayers will administer and claim credits, and potential compliance burden

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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