Ohio republicans draft bill to lower costs of child care for families [Video]

Families in Ohio may get some relief when it comes to the cost of childcare thanks to legislation that is being drafted in the Ohio statehouse.

It includes a new “tri-share” program aimed at lowering the cost of child care for Ohio families making up to 300% of the federal poverty line. That would mean a family of four making under $93,600 may qualify.

“It’s one third funded by the state of Ohio, one third by the employer, and one third paid by the participant.” GOP State Rep. Mark Johnson of Chillicothe told 21 News. 

The program would be available for employers who enroll in the program. Johnson said it would not only make day care affordable for families, but would also help employers …