❌ HB41
Establish certain child care grant programs
Summary
The bill establishes child care grant programs aimed at increasing child care capacity in Ohio. It appropriates $10,250,000 for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to assist employers and community partnerships in retrofitting, equipping, or building child care facilities. The program prioritizes applicants who provide publicly funded child care and requires a sustainability plan for the initiatives.
Rationale
The bill involves government funding and intervention in the child care market, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of minimal government involvement in economic matters and free market operations. It promotes government grants and partnerships that could lead to cronyism and does not align with the Libertarian Party's emphasis on individual rights and economic liberty.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government control over child care services
- Potential for cronyism in grant distribution
- Dependency on government funding for child care initiatives