Healthcare (Mental Health)

introduced · Ohio · House Aug 12, 2026

HB 988: Regards funding of the Program for Medically Handicapped Children

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.

Topics ✗ 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

Sub-Topics Appropriations Medicaid Mental Health

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in committee · Ohio · Senate Oct 1, 2025

SB 274: Prohibit minor mental health services without parental consent

To amend sections 2151.461, 3129.03, 3313.473, 3798.07, and 3798.12 and to repeal section 5122.04 of the Revised Code to prohibit the provision of mental health services to minors without parental consent.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill prohibits mental health services for minors without parental consent, thereby limiting access to a component of healthcare.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · Ohio · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 172: Prohibit mental health service to minors without parental consent

To amend sections 2151.461, 3129.03, 3313.473, 3798.07, and 3798.12 and to repeal section 5122.04 of the Revised Code to prohibit the provision of mental health services to minors without parental consent.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareHB 172 prohibits mental health services for minors without parental consent, which limits patient access to care for this demographic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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