Batavia, Ohio. Abused children, laid-off parents, and vulnerable senior citizens are just a few of the Southwest Ohio residents who will suffer under proposed state budget cuts to human services. With Ohio facing one of the worst recessions in history, Ohio lawmakers are considering more than $1 billion in cuts to the safety net that protects its most vulnerable residents. Proposals include slashing $70 million in money used to protect abused children, $80 million that helps the needy access employment and economic assistance, and more than $7 million to fund child support collection. Read more