In Governor DeWine’s Executive budget, many advocates were surprised by the proposal of a new cabinet-level department, the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. The creation of this new department would cement the Governor’s legacy of investing in kids following his creation of the Governor’s Office of Children’s Initiatives in January 2019.

Budget priority: Reward work and make a difference for low-income families by making the state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) fully refundable and creating a state-level family tax credit

Budget priorities: Expand general Medicaid eligibility up to 300% FPL for families and children AND Allow for continuous Medicaid coverage for children up to six years old

Budget Priority: Ensure coverage protections and strengthen supportive services as enhanced COVID-era benefits and program flexibilities expire

Budget priority: Increase the minimum benefit for SNAP for older adults without earned income to $50 per month

This budget is an opportunity to invest in improving the quality of life of all Ohioans. AOF and our partner organizations support policies that build an Ohio where all people and families live healthy lives in quality communities with pathways to prosperity for all. 

The upcoming state budget is an opportunity to invest in improving the quality of life of all Ohioans. AOF and our partner organizations support policies that build an Ohio where all people and families live healthy lives in quality communities with pathways to prosperity for all.

Budget season is here again! If you haven’t started preparing for the marathon 6-month process yet, it’s not too late. Here’s everything you need to know about the process and how to prepare.