State Representative Gayle Manning Announces Passing of HB 265

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Gayle Manning (R-North Ridgeville) announces the passing of HB 265 joint sponsored by Representative Patton. HB 265 strives to help the foster care crisis in Ohio. Often times our communities are struggling to find foster families and public children service agencies are forces to look outside of their own county and in some cases beyond state borders to find foster homes. 

HB 265 will help Ohio ease regulatory burden on Children Crisis Care Facilities (CCCFs) and Residential Care Centers (RICC), which provide temporary care to children ages 0-12 and focus on focus on improved care for newborn babies and mothers impacted by addiction. 

These facilities are proven to strengthen and preserve families while also supporting a child’s development and reducing foster care placements. Currently, there are three of these facilities in Ohio, Blessing House in Elyria Township, Brigid’s Path in Dayton, and Providence House in Cleveland. 

“I am pleased to see House Bill 265 pass the Ohio House, as it eases regulatory burdens on crisis care facilities,” said Manning. “Blessing House has served residents in crisis in Lorain County for over 15 years, and the care provided to each family is tailored to ensure they are receiving adequate supports.”

The bill awaits a committee assignment in the Ohio Senate.