Ohio 136th General Assembly Status: Introduced Bipartisan · 1 D · 1 R cosponsors

HB 984 — Require DCY to set foster care reimbursement rates

Last action — Introduced

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced August 06, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

Based on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a low chance of becoming law.

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Prognosis

Stalled 26% · moderate confidence

  • Introduced

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 2 sponsors

    2 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (1 D · 1 R) — cross-party backing.

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In plain language

The bill requires the Department of Children and Youth to set foster care reimbursement rates.

This legislation amends existing law to mandate that the Department of Children and Youth establish reimbursement rates for foster care. It aims to ensure that caregivers receive appropriate financial support for the placement and care of children.

What this means for you
  • Families: This bill may improve financial support for families serving as foster caregivers.

Summary

To amend section 5180.42 of the Revised Code to require the Department of Children and Youth to set reimbursement rates for the placement and care of children in foster care and to declare an emergency.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. Introduced

Sponsors

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 132 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (132)

132 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 984 do?
To amend section 5180.42 of the Revised Code to require the Department of Children and Youth to set reimbursement rates for the placement and care of children in foster care and to declare an emergency.
Who sponsors HB 984?
HB 984 is sponsored by Darnell T. Brewer (Democratic) and Justin Pizzulli (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 984?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced August 06, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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