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Care Services Support: New Economic Development Rules

This act changes the rules for economic development grants, requiring recipients to include in their strategies an increase in the accessibility of affordable, quality care services, such as childcare or elder care. This aims to improve access to essential services for families and individuals needing support, potentially easing daily life and workforce participation.
Key points
Economic development grants will now require plans to increase access to childcare, early childhood education, disability and long-term care, and elder care.
Existing economic development strategies will only need to be updated with these new requirements during their regularly scheduled review.
A report on the use of CARES Act economic adjustment assistance funding will be submitted to Congress, listing recipients and projects.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-03-30
71%
For 304
Against 122
Abstain 0
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Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5547
Sponsor: Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]
Process start date: 2021-10-08
Voting date: 2022-03-30
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 94
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CEDS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5547.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Economic development grants will now require plans to increase access to childcare, early childhood education, disability and long-term care, and elder care.
  • Existing economic development strategies will only need to be updated with these new requirements during their regularly scheduled review.
  • A report on the use of CARES Act economic adjustment assistance funding will be submitted to Congress, listing recipients and projects.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 304 - 122 (Roll no. 94). (text: CR H3990-3991)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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